USATODAY.com - Local charities fear hurricane relief will siphon donations

USATODAY.com - Local charities fear hurricane relief will siphon donations: "Local charities fear hurricane relief will siphon donations
By Charisse Jones, USA TODAY
Charities that feed and clothe the needy year-round are concerned that they will see a drop in contributions as Americans donate at a record pace to relief efforts for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Corporate and private donations for Katrina relief passed the $1 billion mark on Monday, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy."