Friday, June 28, 2013

Habitat for Humanity China recruits volunteers to distribute relief kits to families affected by Sichuan earthquake

Habitat for Humanity China recruits volunteers to distribute relief kits to families affected by Sichuan earthquake: Bangkok, 28th June 2013 – Habitat for Humanity China is currently recruiting volunteers and securing corporate sponsors to support distribution of relief kits to families affected by the 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Sichuan on Saturday 20 April.

Red Cross vows flood help for 'as long as it takes' - Canada - Canoe.ca

Red Cross vows flood help for 'as long as it takes' - Canada - Canoe.ca: CALGARY -- Canadian Red Cross officials vowed Thursday to continue relief efforts from the flood disaster, which could take months, if not years.

CBC Back in the Saddle Block Party and fundraiser - Calgary - CBC News

CBC Back in the Saddle Block Party and fundraiser - Calgary - CBC News: The unprecedented flooding in Calgary and area has meant a change in plans for our annual Stampede kickoff at CBC Calgary. We're going to broadcast all day from outside our building and raise money for flood relief — and we need your help!

Thursday, June 27, 2013

N.Y. Maritime Museum Afloat in Troubles - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

N.Y. Maritime Museum Afloat in Troubles - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Closed since April because of electrical damage from Hurricane Sandy, the financially strapped South Street Seaport Museum has lost its main source of financial support, writes The New York Times.

The small but culturally significant museum, which was founded in 1967 to chronicle New York City’s maritime history, has a collection that includes ship models, paintings, tools, and 11 historic vessels.