Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Philippines Relief Hits $78.2 Million; Supplies Getting Through | The NonProfit Times

Philippines Relief Hits $78.2 Million; Supplies Getting Through | The NonProfit Times: A week after Typhoon Haiyan devastated parts of the Philippines, charities have raised more than $78.2 million in pledges and charitable contributions as they continue to send aid amid the devastation. And reports from various news agencies this morning showed aid finally making it to so of the more isolated areas.

The American Red Cross on Saturday increased its commitment by $5 million, to $11 million, for the typhoon response. The Washington, D.C.-based relief agency had raised nearly $27 million in donations and pledges but that figure has not been updated since Friday.

Among the largest totals reported by nonprofits in the first week were:

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