Friday, April 29, 2011

What you can do to support tornado recovery efforts in the South | Case Foundation

What you can do to support tornado recovery efforts in the South | Case Foundation: "Today, thousands of people in the South are trying to recover from one of the deadliest series of tornado strikes in recent US history. More than 170 tornadoes were reported in one night and as of this morning news sources report that at least 298 people in six different states have died as a result. The devastation is immense with the Red Cross reporting that in Alabama alone, between 1,000-1,500 homes have been severely damaged or destroyed."

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Spring Storms Have the Red Cross Hopping

Spring Storms Have the Red Cross Hopping: "We've all been aghast at the weather terror occurring across the US in recent weeks.

In the wake of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, I subscribed to the emergency RSS feed from the Red Cross. I've been struck by the efficiency of the updates coming across my feed, and the simple wonder of the Red Cross communications machine."

Support provided in wake of storm | Philanthropy Journal

Support provided in wake of storm | Philanthropy Journal: "Foundations, companies and nonprofits throughout North Carolina offered support this week for relief efforts in the wake of deadly tornadoes that tore through the state on April 19 on its deadly trek through the South"

Monday, April 25, 2011

channelonline.tv - News, Weather & Information for the Channel Islands - Prince of Wales sends his thanks

channelonline.tv - News, Weather & Information for the Channel Islands - Prince of Wales sends his thanks: "The leader of the British Red Cross in Jersey has been asked by the Prince of Wales to thank everyone who made a donation to the charity's Haiti Appeal.

Andrew Baudains was introduced to Prince Charles, the President of the British Red Cross, at a private Mansion House reception in London, hosted by the Lord Mayor.

Afterwards Mr Baudains said Prince Charles had been particularly impressed to hear that islanders handed over �6,000 in just a few hours on the first day of the appeal. Jersey's total donation was �145,000.

Mr Baudains was introduced to the Prince because of Jersey's outstanding contribution."

Foster spirit of charity in children | Business | PE.com | Southern California News | News for Inland Southern California

Foster spirit of charity in children | Business | PE.com | Southern California News | News for Inland Southern California: "The youngster's donation is typical of the humanitarian outpouring that has occurred since the earthquake and tsunami hit Japan. From swimathons and bake-offs to tennis shoe collections and clothing drives, the influence of children on giving to the stricken nation can be clearly seen.

According to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Americans donated more than $161 million to Japan in March. Nearly two-thirds of that money -- in small and large sums -- has been raised by the American Red Cross."