Clinton Bush Haiti Fund gives $1.5 million in grants to hotel, education, tech sectors - The Washington Post

Clinton Bush Haiti Fund gives $1.5 million in grants to hotel, education, tech sectors - The Washington Post: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — The Clinton Bush Haiti Fund says it hopes $1.5 million in grants will help Haiti build its hotel, education and technology sectors.

The nonprofit created by former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush said Tuesday it’s given a $264,000 grant to the Oasis Foundation that seeks to train potential hotel workers in hospitality services.

KL youth help clean up Thai homes after floods - General - New Straits Times

KL youth help clean up Thai homes after floods - General - New Straits Times: SAMUT SAKHON (Thailand): About 100 Malaysian youths on Sunday provided assistance to more than 800 households in Zin Somboon housing estate in Thailand's central province here.

American Red Cross Had 137 Big U.S. Relief Operations in 46 States in Disaster-Filled 2011 - MarketWatch

American Red Cross Had 137 Big U.S. Relief Operations in 46 States in Disaster-Filled 2011 - MarketWatch: Throughout the year, the American Red Cross supported the people of Japan and Haiti, while launching 137 domestic disaster relief operations in 46 states and territories to help people affected by fires, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes across the United States. In addition, major international disasters included the Japan earthquake and tsunami response and the continuing work following the 2010 Haiti earthquake.

Rotary Youth Exchange Students march for flood relief - Pattaya Mail - Pattaya News, Communities, Opinions and much more...

Rotary Youth Exchange Students march for flood relief - Pattaya Mail - Pattaya News, Communities, Opinions and much more...: Nearly 200 youngsters came together for Thailand’s flood victims as the Rotary District 3340 Youth Exchange committee organized a parade through central Pattaya.

Tropical Storm Washi hits the Philippines: Food and medication on their way to disaster zone - AlertNet

Tropical Storm Washi hits the Philippines: Food and medication on their way to disaster zone - AlertNet: Cologne. Malteser International, the Order of Malta’s worldwide relief service, is supporting the emergency relief efforts in the Philippines with an initial 10,000 euros after this weekend’s flash flood left more than 650 people dead and 800 more missing. A sudden rush of water caused by tropical storm Washi caught hundreds of families in the Cagayan de Oro and Iligan provinces on Mindanao Island unaware in the middle of the night on Friday. Today, the Philippine association of the Order of Malta airlifted 1,000 kilograms of food and medication to the disaster zone. The association intends to send another load containing 1,000 kilograms of aid goods tomorrow.

Philippine Flood Relief Shifts to Aid Survivors - NYTimes.com

Philippine Flood Relief Shifts to Aid Survivors - NYTimes.com: Ms. Cabilogan, 33, moved her family to her brother’s house on the other side of town, which was less affected. But tens of thousands of people affected by the floods that devastated the southern Philippines had no such option, and by Monday, officials had turned their focus toward the welfare of the living.

Japan Society Earthquake Relief Fund Allocation Reaches $5.6 Million: Press: About: Japan Society

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New York, NY -- Japan Society today announced it has earmarked an additional $2.5 million from its Japan Earthquake Relief Fund to seven Japanese, American and international NGOs working on economic revitalization, mental healthcare and child welfare. This latest announcement brings total allocations from the $12.1 million fund to $5.6 million distributed to 13 organizations representing 17 projects.

The latest round of disbursals will support the following organizations:

Linkin Park says disaster victims are “Not Alone” � Inside the United Nations: Welcomed by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, who thanked the band for using their music to help those displaced victims of the Indian Ocean Tsunami. Since 2005, the Music for Relief campaign has planted over 955,000 trees and raised upwards of $4 million to help victims of natural disasters around the world. Most recently their efforts have helped those displaced by the earthquake in Haiti.

“We’re partnering up with designers to bring affordable lighting to these people,” said Mike Shinoda, co-lead vocalist of the band to MediaGlobal. “The prices start at about $5 each – I think that’s very cost effective,” lead guitarist Brad Delson quipped. “And they look cool!”

Thai king, marking 84th birthday, call for unity to overcome flooding problem - The Washington Post

Thai king, marking 84th birthday, call for unity to overcome flooding problem - The Washington Post: Thai king, marking 84th birthday, call for unity to overcome flooding problem



By Associated Press, Updated: Monday, December 5, 3:22 AM

BANGKOK — Thailand’s king called for his countrymen to unite in response to the worst floods in half a century. The revered monarch spoke Monday to mark his 84th birthday and amid deep political divisions plaguing the country.

Saint Mary's prof composes 'Music for Haiti' - southbendtribune.com

Saint Mary's prof composes 'Music for Haiti' - southbendtribune.com: effrey Jacob is no ordinary music teacher. The Saint Mary's College professor, a classically trained pianist, recorded the album "Music for Haiti" after witnessing the generous outpouring of help when an earthquake hit Haiti in 2010.

"I began this CD project in the days following the earthquake that destroyed the capital of Haiti and much of the island," he says. "Over 200,000 deaths were recorded along with at least as many serious injuries, making this one of the worst natural disasters in all recorded history. I was deeply moved by the suffering of the Haitians, but also the outpouring of international aid and cooperation, the heroic rescues, the almost unbearably touching scenes of family members reunited, the feelings expressed by many of hope for the future."

Aid agencies urge effort to stop child deaths in Asia floods - AlertNet

Aid agencies urge effort to stop child deaths in Asia floods - AlertNet: ANGKOK (AlertNet) - Aid agencies say some of the 300 child deaths caused by floods in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam - most from drowning - could have been prevented by raising safety awareness and teaching children to swim.

Simple steps that could stop further casualties in these countries, where drowning is already a major child killer, include swimming lessons, educating families about the dangers of playing in floodwaters, and better understanding of potential disasters.

Dell Donates $350,000 for Disaster Relief in Flood Ravaged Thailand - Direct2Dell - Direct2Dell - Dell Community

Dell Donates $350,000 for Disaster Relief in Flood Ravaged Thailand - Direct2Dell - Direct2Dell - Dell Community: To help aid in the recovery, Dell is donating $350,000 to the UNICEF Thailand Disaster Relief. UNICEF is focusing on emergency relief and post-flood assistance to affected children and families in the areas of health, water supply and sanitation, hygiene promotion and education.

$3.8M donated for wildfire relief | KXAN.com

$3.8M donated for wildfire relief | KXAN.com: AUSTIN (AP) - Charity officials said more than $3.8 million has been donated for Central Texas wildfire victims since the blazes began Labor Day weekend.

Helping Thailand's flood victims with squeegees | CNNGo.com

Helping Thailand's flood victims with squeegees | CNNGo.com: Since July, more than 530 people have died in Thailand's floods. In response, volunteers from the foreign and local communities have mobilized a fundraising campaign called "Wipe the Tide."

This month, more than 200 volunteers (and counting) have hit the streets of the capital to take action and support Thailand residents during the severe flooding crisis. Their mission is to help flood victims and rebuild the city’s devastated areas by washing car windshields for donations.

Launched by Bangkok Vanguards, a local grassroots organization, Wipe the Tide began with nine volunteers posted at major traffic intersections. In less than two hours, they raised nearly 27,750 baht.

Aid agencies warn of lack of funds for Pakistan flood relief | Global development | guardian.co.uk

Aid agencies warn of lack of funds for Pakistan flood relief | Global development | guardian.co.uk: Flood relief programmes in Pakistan could be forced to close in the next couple of months because of a lack of funds, aid agencies warned on Wednesday.

Oxfam, Save the Children, Care and Acted (Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development) say programmes could be cut back in the new year unless the donor community increases its response to flooding that has hit the Sindh region since August.

Grants from Bama Rising Fund total $940K in first six months after tornadoes � Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham

Grants from Bama Rising Fund total $940K in first six months after tornadoes � Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham: The Bama Rising Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham is awarding an additional $340,000 to repair, rebuild and furnish homes for 75 families in 12 counties devastated by April 2011 tornadoes. With this third round of grants, this Advised Fund of the Community Foundation has awarded a total of $940,000 in 18 counties out of $2.1 million raised in a June 2011 benefit concert organized and headlined by the band ALABAMA. Current grants are:

Waterlogged Thailand will struggle to prevent future floods | Reuters

Waterlogged Thailand will struggle to prevent future floods | Reuters: As waterlogged Thailand struggles to contain the worst floods in decades, it faces a simple truth: not a whole lot can be done to avoid a repeat disaster in the short term even with a new multi-billion dollar water-management policy.

To raise funds, or not to raise funds. That's the question. | Julie Verhaar | 101fundraising

To raise funds, or not to raise funds. That's the question. | Julie Verhaar | 101fundraising: This year was the first year that I was presenting one of the Great Debates. For those of you who are not familiar with the concept: you have a panel with great members and you present your views and discuss with the audience about a specific issue. Our topic was: Should we be raising funds for disasters occurring in developed economies?

NU Stands with Thailand raises money for flood victims - Campus - The Daily Northwestern - Northwestern University

NU Stands with Thailand raises money for flood victims - Campus - The Daily Northwestern - Northwestern University: The Northwestern Thai Club launched an on-campus campaign called NU Stands with Thailand to raise money for flood victims Tuesday.

The group offered Thai bubble tea to NU students and faculty at a booth outside of the Kellogg School of Management's Jacobs Center in exchange for donations at its first on-campus fundraising event Tuesday. Thai Club began taking donations two weeks ago through an online donation site, which has already raised more than $1,000 toward the group's goal of $5,000. The money will go to victims of the worst floods Thailand has seen in 50 years through several different nonprofit relief organizations, including Thai Red Cross, group members said.

As Floods Drag on in Thailand, Displaced Grow Restless | News | English

As Floods Drag on in Thailand, Displaced Grow Restless | News | English: In Thailand, local aid groups are calling on authorities to better manage and support local communities that are struggling to cope after spending weeks under a meter or more of water.

As the flood waters overtake more communities in urban areas of the country, there are many who are deciding to stay home and protect their belongings from thieves.

Japanese group to host thank-you event for post-disaster aid - CNA ENGLISH NEWS

Japanese group to host thank-you event for post-disaster aid - CNA ENGLISH NEWS: Japanese group to host thank-you event for post-disaster aid
2011/11/01 20:32:03
Taipei, Nov. 1 (CNA) Videos of the powerful March 11 earthquake and devastating tsunami in Japan, as well as footage of Taiwan's post-disaster help, will be shown at an event in Taipei next month as a thank-you gesture to the country, the Japanese event organizers said Tuesday.

Crowdsourcing engineers disaster relief in Pakistan

Crowdsourcing engineers disaster relief in Pakistan: Pakreport was created in July 2010 by a group of organisations including relief agencies, civil engineers, crowdsourcing software developers and telecoms providers. Based on a customisation of the open source Ushahidi platform for information gathering and visualisation, it allowed people on the ground to send text message disaster reports and request for assistance using the sp

Aid Groups Join in Text-to-Give Campaign for Relief to East Africa

Aid Groups Join in Text-to-Give Campaign for Relief to East Africa: We've been hearing about the famine and humanitarian crisis in the Horn of Africa for months. With more than 13 million people now needing emergency aid just to survive, it has been hard to understand why the American public has been so slow to support the many international aid organizations working on the crisis.

It took a survey by the Ad Council in September to reveal that 52% of the general public say they haven't heard or read anything about the terrible drought, resulting famine, and human tragedy

Charity game raises more than 100K for Joplin tornado relief

Charity game raises more than 100K for Joplin tornado relief: At 5:41 p.m. Sunday night, the sellout crowd at the One State, One Spirit Classic and both the University of Missouri and the Division II Missouri Southern State men's basketball teams observed a moment of silence.

Turkey Accepts Offers of Earthquake Aid | News | English

Turkey Accepts Offers of Earthquake Aid | News | English: The government has now accepted offers of help from 30 countries around the world, including Israel. Relations between Israel and Turkey have been strained since Israeli commandos raided a Gaza-bound aid flotilla last year, killing nine Turkish activists.

Turkish President Abdullah Gul welcomed the help. He says nearly 50 presidents called with offers of help and that the Foreign Ministry will reach out as soon as it is determined there is a need. President Gul says Turkey did not initially make a call for the international community's help but later reversed its decision.

Turkey earthquake toll passes 600

Turkey earthquake toll passes 600: Turkey has accepted help from dozens of countries, including Israel and Armenia, both states with which it has frosty relations.

The United States is the latest country to offer help.

Deputy Prime Minister Besir Atalay thanked the international community "for its concern".

Thailand Floods Pass Peak, Raising Hopes in Bangkok | News | English

Thailand Floods Pass Peak, Raising Hopes in Bangkok | News | English: Thailand's rain-swollen Chao Phraya River passed its peak stage Monday, raising hopes that central Bangkok will be spared the flooding that has already inundated much of the city's northern and western suburbs.

Thailand: Floods and Social Media � Global Voices

Thailand: Floods and Social Media � Global Voices: Many parts of Thailand are still flooded as the country continues to face the worst flooding disaster in the past half century. The flood waters are higher in the provinces although Bangkok remains under threat especially its low-lying areas.

Thailand Flood Relief Fundraising walk on Dean Street - Albury - Events - The Border Mail

Thailand Flood Relief Fundraising walk on Dean Street - Albury - Events - The Border Mail: The Thai Buddhist monk from the temple in South Albury will walk for alms round and lead fundraising volunteers for flood victims in Thailand.

The walk is aim to show the Spirit of Kindness and Generosity of people in Albuty to our friends the other part of the world who are in need.

Thailand floods: aid agencies warn of humanitarian crisis in Bangkok - Telegraph

Thailand floods: aid agencies warn of humanitarian crisis in Bangkok - Telegraph: The Red Cross warned that people who had chosen to remain in their homes faced "humanitarian crisis" of water and mosquito-borne illnesses. Other dangers lurk, too, like snakes and rats and crocodiles that escaped from farms.

UN supports Thailand's flood crisis management - The Nation

UN supports Thailand's flood crisis management - The Nation: his week, ESCAP’s executive secretary Noeleen Heyzer visited the Flood Relief Operations Centre at the Don Mueang Airport. Then, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra made the request for satellite data support.

Expressing support for the response of Thai authorities to the flood, Dr. Heyzer reiterated the firm commitment of the UN to supporting the country's ongoing flood relief and rehabilitation efforts, followed up by resilient recovery from this unprecedented disaster.

The United Nations Asia-Pacific chief emphasized that ESCAP and the nearly 30 United Nations agencies and entities based in Bangkok were ready to support Government efforts to formulate a long-term response to the crisis, beyond the present emergency situation.

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Thai flood death toll hits 381

Thai flood death toll hits 381: BANGKOK, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) -- A total of 381 people were confirmed dead and two people were missing in Thailand's worst floods that have inundated many provinces since July 25, the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department said on Sunday.

Fears swell along river through Thailand's capital – USATODAY.com

Fears swell along river through Thailand's capital – USATODAY.com: The water has crept from the central plains south toward the Gulf of Thailand, engulfing a third of the country and killing nearly 400 people and displacing 110,000 more. Now, Bangkok is in the way — surrounded by behemoth pools of water flowing around and through the city via a complex network of canals and rivers.

As flood disaster worsens in Thailand, UN steps up relief efforts

dAs flood disaster worsens in Thailand, UN steps up relief efforts: 28 October 2011 –
The United Nations will provide 20,000 insecticide-treated mosquito nets in temporary shelters and other areas in flood-hit Thailand in a bid to protect people from dengue fever and other mosquito-borne diseases, as weather forecasts predict more heavy rainfall over the weekend.

The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), which procured the nets locally, said in a press release yesterday that it has set aside an initial $300,000 to support the Thai Government’s flood response efforts, focusing on health, child protection, water, sanitation and hygiene.

Thailand floods death toll at more than 370: Voice of Russia

Thailand floods death toll at more than 370: Voice of Russia: Twenty-eight out of seventy-six provinces have already been flooded in Thailand.

The death toll from the country`s worst floods in 50 years has exceeded 370 people.

Hundreds of banks are closed, with people rushing through shopping malls to buy enough food to keep them going until the water level decreases.

The danger of Bangkok getting heavily flooded still remains.

Floods Spread to Myanmar - Southeast Asia Real Time - WSJ

Floods Spread to Myanmar - Southeast Asia Real Time - WSJ: Add Myanmar to the list of Southeast Asian countries that are getting walloped by intense flooding.

Earlier this week, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) issued a report that flash floods in part of Myanmar have left 78 people dead or missing, with more than 35,000 people affected, 3,000 houses destroyed and a pressing need for food, shelter and other essentials.

Thailand flooding update October 26, 2011: All of Bangkok is vulnerable, says Bangkok governor -- Newley.com

Thailand flooding update October 26, 2011: All of Bangkok is vulnerable, says Bangkok governor -- Newley.com: Thailand flooding update October 26, 2011: All of Bangkok is vulnerable, says Bangkok governor

The Daily Pennsylvanian :: Thai floods displace Penn families

The Daily Pennsylvanian :: Thai floods displace Penn families: Members of PennThai have been fundraising for those affected by the floods for the past few weeks.

Chayapong Naviroj, a 2011 College graduate, and his family started a fundraising campaign for flood victims. His family owns a commercial department store in Thailand and is collaborating with the country’s Air Force to set up a foundation to help those in need.

Help for earthquake victims in Turkey - CNN.com

Help for earthquake victims in Turkey - CNN.com: By Monday, more than 2,300 emergency personnel were in the region. A crisis center was set up by the country's Health Ministry in the capital of Ankara.

International relief organizations are on the ground providing aid, and there are ways you can help.

Turkish Red Crescent is working to assist survivors and reach people trapped in the rubble.

Bangkok Post : Doubts about donations

Bangkok Post : Doubts about donations: At the peak of this year's flooding disaster, as if the floods were not heartbreaking enough, there were hundreds of cyber scams that caused widespread panic about two weeks ago. These sick lies were mixed with helpful facts in a whirlpool of information and together they spread through social media channels

Turkey Declines Aid Offer From Israel After Massive Earthquake Strikes East Turkey | Economy Watch

Turkey Declines Aid Offer From Israel After Massive Earthquake Strikes East Turkey | Economy Watch: he Turkish government has turned down an offer for “any aid they might need” from its former ally Israel, after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the eastern part of Turkey early Sunday afternoon – killing between 500 to 1000 people, with many more believed to be injured or missing.

Rescuers Hunt for Survivors after Deadly Turkey Quake - Inside Israel - CBN News - Christian News 24-7 - CBN.com

Rescuers Hunt for Survivors after Deadly Turkey Quake - Inside Israel - CBN News - Christian News 24-7 - CBN.com: Blessing and others already have relief on the way.

"It's a moving target right now," Operation Blessing International President Bill Horan said.

"We're desperate for information from the field," he said. "We've got a little bit and we're anxious to know about the extent of the damage - the magnitude of the disaster."

"In the meantime we're working with Humedica, which is a Christian NGO based in Germany that we work with around the world," Horan said.

Oklahoma Volunteers Attend Disaster Relief Training In Tulsa - News9.com - Oklahoma City, OK - News, Weather, Video and Sports |

Oklahoma Volunteers Attend Disaster Relief Training In Tulsa - News9.com - Oklahoma City, OK - News, Weather, Video and Sports |: The Davenport's are part of the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma disaster relief training. The group teaches volunteers to help people in times of crisis. This particular session focused on feeding.

The ministry says preparing and serving hot meals is the backbone of the mission.

'Many dead' as powerful earthquake shakes eastern Turkey's Van province

'Many dead' as powerful earthquake shakes eastern Turkey's Van province

Burmese Migrants Fend for Themselves as Flooding Continues

Burmese Migrants Fend for Themselves as Flooding Continues

The Baptist Standard :: The Newsmagazine of Texas Baptists - One-third of Texas Baptist Men disaster relief workers are women

The Baptist Standard :: The Newsmagazine of Texas Baptists - One-third of Texas Baptist Men disaster relief workers are women: But in more recent years, women have become involved in every aspect of disaster relief, including laundry units, chainsaw crews and mud-out teams. Women constitute more than one-third of the trained TBM Disaster Relief volunteer workforce, and 15 percent of the on-site coordinators are female.

"The latest disaster relief unit to come on line had to have a woman's touch. It's called a box unit," Dixon added. The box unit delivers hard-sided boxes to disaster sites to help victims gather and safely store any treasured possessions they discover as they dig through the rubble of their destroyed homes or pack up keepsakes from a flooded home.

UK Charities Directory including Charity Financial data and Charity Adviser Directory

UK Charities Directory including Charity Financial data and Charity Adviser Directory: The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, has today published a report on its investigation into fundraising appeals for humanitarian disaster relief by the radio station Sunrise Radio
The Commission’s investigation established that funds raised by the station in 2004 and 2005 had still not been spent five years later.

Following the tsunami in December 2004, Sunrise Radio made an on-air appeal requesting donations to help victims of the disaster. The station also made a further on-air appeal, together with its sister station Kismat Radio, in October 2005 in response to the earthquake in Pakistan.

IRIN Global | DISASTERS: A bigger role for Asia in humanitarian response | Afghanistan | Bangladesh | Indonesia | Iran | Kyrgyzstan | Cambodia | Kazakhstan | Laos | Sri Lanka | Myanmar | Nepal | Papua New Guinea | Philippines | Pakistan | Turkmenistan | Thailand | Tajikistan | Timor-Leste | Uzbekistan | Vietnam | Aid Policy | Natural Disasters

IRIN Global | DISASTERS: A bigger role for Asia in humanitarian response | Afghanistan | Bangladesh | Indonesia | Iran | Kyrgyzstan | Cambodia | Kazakhstan | Laos | Sri Lanka | Myanmar | Nepal | Papua New Guinea | Philippines | Pakistan | Turkmenistan | Thailand | Tajikistan | Timor-Leste | Uzbekistan | Vietnam | Aid Policy | Natural Disasters: SHANGHAI, 12 October 2011 (IRIN) - A top UN official says Asia can, and should, play a more prominent role in the humanitarian response to major natural and man-made disasters.

S'pore Red Cross donates to flood relief efforts - Channel NewsAsia

S'pore Red Cross donates to flood relief efforts - Channel NewsAsia: SINGAPORE: The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) will contribute S$200,000 as its first tranche of emergency relief to Thailand and Cambodia.

The donation came from generous donors to SRC's "South East Asia Flood Appeal".

SRC's director of operations, Mr Lim Theam Poh, and director of special duties Mr Benjamin William will present the monies to the Thailand and Cambodia Red Cross during their visit to Bangkok and Cambodia from October 12-13.

Mr Lim and Mr William will also meet the heads of disaster response, Dr Amant Barlee of Thailand Red Cross and Ms Pum Chantinie from the Cambodia Red Cross, to discuss further needs of those affected by the disasters.

On the streets of Bangkok, uncertain residents prepare for the worst - CNN.com: (CNN) -- Unlike many of Thailand's flood-ravaged zones in the central plains, Bangkok residents have been given the rare luxury of time -- a window of at least two days to prepare for what officials warn could be the worst flooding the city has seen in decades.

Red Cross Mounts Somalia Aid Push in Militant-Held Regions - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Red Cross Mounts Somalia Aid Push in Militant-Held Regions - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Red Cross Mounts Somalia Aid Push in Militant-Held Regions

October 6, 2011, 10:16 am

The International Red Cross has started a mammoth relief effort to get aid to a million people in famine-stricken areas of Somalia controlled by Islamist groups, the BBC says.

Government to match Africa aid donations - ABC Melbourne - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Government to match Africa aid donations - ABC Melbourne - Australian Broadcasting Corporation: "Already the Australian Government is making a difference as the third-largest donor to the crisis, but now we will double every dollar raised by agencies already working in the Horn of Africa, making the public's contributions go even further," he said.

"I call on all Australians, from individuals to businesses, to donate whatever they can spare during October and November to help us save more lives. The organisations involved all have a proven track record and are already helping those affected by the famine.

Flood aid donors shun 'bad brand' Pakistan - Weather - msnbc.com

Flood aid donors shun 'bad brand' Pakistan - Weather - msnbc.com: "Within the international community, there are negative perceptions of Pakistan and we believe they are impacting humanitarian fundraising efforts," said Joe Cropp, communications delegate for the Red Cross movement (IFRC) in Islamabad.

"While we are a neutral and impartial organization, we are not politically naive. We do engage with diplomats, we do engage with governments and we've learned this from them. As one diplomat said to us last year, 'Pakistan is a bad brand'."

Unknown Donor Contributes to Japanese Disaster Relief Efforts � VOA Breaking News

Unknown Donor Contributes to Japanese Disaster Relief Efforts � VOA Breaking News: A bag filled with over $130,000 in cash was deliberately left in a public toilet in Japan, with a note attached that it be used to help the victims of the March earthquake and tsunami.

Mighty Animal Rescue Team in India Battling Epic Flood | Care2 Causes

Mighty Animal Rescue Team in India Battling Epic Flood | Care2 Causes: BBC News reports that more than two million people in India have been affected by monstrous floods as torrential rains lash the Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states. In the coastal region of Orissa alone, 10 districts deluged by the monsoon are now drowning under the weight of three rivers. And while helicopters are dropping food for the humans, there is one mighty team working day and night to save the animals of flood-ravaged India.

Action for Protection of Wild Animals (APOWA) has been traveling by boat and by boot to the hardest hit areas in a desperate attempt to relieve the suffering of the animals there. The team, which includes veterinarians and volunteers, has been providing emergency food, veterinary treatment and repair of damaged animal shelters. They’re distributing hundreds of bags of food for cattle, goats and dogs.

Heifer Blog | The Official Blog of Heifer International: Heifer in Haiti: Show Me the Story

Heifer Blog | The Official Blog of Heifer International: Heifer in Haiti: Show Me the Story: Editor's Note: Writer Katya Cengel and Photographer Geoff Oliver Bugbee traveled to Heifer projects in Haiti Sept. 11-18 for Heifer's World Ark magazine. Below, Katya's account illustrates how difficult it is for Haitians as well as employees of organizations working there to get to remote locations. Frequent natural disasters, environmentally denuded hillsides and lack of infrastructure make the work in Haiti that much more challenging. Click here for all of their blog posts from the trip as well as news from the Clinton Global Initiative conference in New York this week.

Eight-year-old raises over $500 for Haiti - Beausejour Review - Manitoba, CA

Eight-year-old raises over $500 for Haiti - Beausejour Review - Manitoba, CA: The big yellow sign "bake sale – Open Doorways Orphanage – Haiti" whipped around in the cool summer wind outside Oakbank's Marketplace store.

BBC News - Student's 'unimaginable' experience as ShelterBox volunteer

BBC News - Student's 'unimaginable' experience as ShelterBox volunteer: Alice Jefferson, 22, from Carnon Downs, Truro, worked alongside the ShelterBox team for two weeks helping refugees as they moved into the Dadaab camp in Kenya.

The Helston-based charity specialises in emergency shelter for families affected by disasters.

NY parks, historic sites recovering from Irene - WSJ.com

NY parks, historic sites recovering from Irene - WSJ.com: Total damage to the parks system from flooding caused by Irene in late August is about $15 million, but a final tab won't be known for weeks or possibly months, according to Dan Keefe, spokesman for the state Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

"The priority was to clean up and get things open as quickly as possible," he said.

Senate approves $7B disaster aid plan – USATODAY.com

Senate approves $7B disaster aid plan – USATODAY.com: The chamber advanced the legislation by a 62-37 vote to defeat a Republican filibuster. Ten Republicans joined with every Democrat to adopt the measure, which includes $500 million in immediate, emergency funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency to make sure FEMA won't have to cut off help for victims of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee at the end of the month.

LSU students establish Genesis Nonprofit | The News Star | thenewsstar.com

LSU students establish Genesis Nonprofit | The News Star | thenewsstar.com: Louisiana State University students Garrett Collins, Russell Collins and David Jones are working on getting more than just a degree. They are also aiming to make history through philanthropy.

East Africa famine draws $35.8 million in Canadian donations : FundRaising Success

East Africa famine draws $35.8 million in Canadian donations : FundRaising Success

Encino School Reaches Out to Students in Quake-Torn Haiti - Encino, CA Patch

Encino School Reaches Out to Students in Quake-Torn Haiti - Encino, CA Patch: Last year, Westmark students collected 200 bags of school supplies for their counterparts in Haiti. Now they're developing a pen-pal program to strengthen cultural ties.

In Congress, Storm Relief Is Grist for Dispute - NYTimes.com

In Congress, Storm Relief Is Grist for Dispute - NYTimes.com: WASHINGTON — Disaster relief proposals touched off a political storm on Capitol Hill on Wednesday as Senate Democrats moved to provide immediate assistance to victims of Hurricane Irene without cutting other programs to offset the cost.

Facebook App 9/11 Memorial Lets You Dedicate Status Updates to Victims

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Facebook, in collaboration with The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, will ask members to update their profile photos or dedicate their statuses in remembrance of the victims who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

Obama Requests $5.2B More for Disaster Relief - Politics - CBN News - Christian News 24-7 - CBN.com

Obama Requests $5.2B More for Disaster Relief - Politics - CBN News - Christian News 24-7 - CBN.com: The White House is asking Congress for an additional $5.2 billion for disaster relief.

The amount would only cover natural disasters prior to Hurricane Irene, for which damages are expected to cost at least $2 billion.

Hurricane Cost Seen as Ranking Among Top Ten - NYTimes.com

Hurricane Cost Seen as Ranking Among Top Ten - NYTimes.com: Hurricane Irene will most likely prove to be one of the 10 costliest catastrophes in the nation’s history, and analysts said that much of the damage might not be covered by insurance because it was caused not by winds but by flooding, which is excluded from many standard policies.

Shore Line Trolley Museum Damaged by Irene Floods - East Haven, CT Patch

Shore Line Trolley Museum Damaged by Irene Floods - East Haven, CT Patch: ronically, the museum’s board of trustees had just inaugurated an “Elevating the Collection” fundraising campaign in March aimed at building elevated housing for the collection to protect it against even the most devastating hurricane.

Red Cross has set up disaster relief operation in Southbridge, MA

Red Cross has set up disaster relief operation in Southbridge, MA: (NECN: Katie Daly, Southbridge, MA) – In Southbridge, the Red Cross has set up its disaster relief operation for all six New England states in response to tropical storm Irene.

Baptist Press - 11 Irene-affected states to see Baptist disaster relief units - News with a Christian Perspective

Baptist Press - 11 Irene-affected states to see Baptist disaster relief units - News with a Christian Perspective: ALPHARETTA, Ga. (BP) -- In the wake of Hurricane Irene -- which has now claimed 40 lives -- Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (SBDR) leaders and volunteers are mobilizing for an 11-state disaster response.

Disaster Relief Economics - NYTimes.com

Disaster Relief Economics - NYTimes.com: What the government should do, in this case, is set all the marginals equal: the marginal benefit of an additional dollar spent on bombs, dental work, national parks, soup kitchens, etc, should all be equal, and this common marginal benefit should equal the marginal cost of raising an additional dollar of revenue.

Now suppose a disaster strikes. What this does is raise the marginal benefit of spending on disaster relief. The appropriate response is to move all the marginals to get them in line: spend less on everything else, and also raise more in taxes. So even there it shouldn’t be all offsetting spending cuts.

Clinton, Bush fund gives $1.4M to Haiti projects

Clinton, Bush fund gives $1.4M to Haiti projects: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — An organization set up by former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush is providing an additional $1.4 million to the effort to help Haiti rebuild from the January 2010 earthquake.

Disaster relief —�Southwest Virginia charities step up � Editorials � Bluefield Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, WV

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Disaster relief —�Southwest Virginia charities step up � Editorials � Bluefield Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, WV: However, the violent April storms are still fresh on the minds of the Southwest Virginia victims, many of whom are still upset over the Obama Administration’s refusal to grant Gov. Bob McDonnell’s request for a federal disaster declaration for the area. That’s why it was good to learn last week that an additional $1.1 million in pledges and donations have been raised for the tornado victims by area charities, corporations, organizations and concerned citizens.

Cellphone Networks Stood Up Well to Hurricane Irene - NYTimes.com

Cellphone Networks Stood Up Well to Hurricane Irene - NYTimes.com: Wireless phone networks held up well against Hurricane Irene despite widespread losses of power.

Many people who lost electricity were able to communicate using e-mail and social networks, thanks to battery-powered mobile devices.

Hurricane Irene forces FEMA to divert scarce disaster aid intended for Joplin to East Coast - The Washington Post: ST. LOUIS — Some federal money pledged to tornado-ravaged Joplin and other disaster sites is being diverted to help victims of Hurricane Irene.

Bob Josephson of the Federal Emergency Management Agency said Monday that FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund is running low. He says individual aid to victims of the May 22 tornado that destroyed about one-third of Joplin will continue, but money for long-term public repair and rebuilding projects will be used for immediate disaster relief on the East Coast.

Hurricane Irene Survivors Could Find Shelter In LifeCube | Care2 Causes

Hurricane Irene Survivors Could Find Shelter In LifeCube | Care2 Causes: Storms like the one currently bearing down on the U.S. East Coast are exactly why life-long builder/inventor, Michael Conner decided to put his talents to work designing a rugged, reliable shelter that can be erected with minimal effort or preparation.

What Conner came up with is LifeCube: a structure that combines the the cost/logistical advantages of the standard canvas tent and the utility of a trailer, with the speed and expandability of breakthrough inflatable technology. LifeCube is the only 144 square foot shelter that can be deployed by 2 people within 5 minutes.

American Red Cross Shelters 13,000 People Hit By Hurricane Irene (VIDEO)

American Red Cross Shelters 13,000 People Hit By Hurricane Irene (VIDEO): The American Red Cross continues to offer its relief efforts to the estimated 65 million people affected by Hurricane Irene. Saturday alone, 13,000 people stayed in shelters the organization assembled, the “Today” show reports.

Hurricane Irene: Aftermath, Day 1 : The Humane Society of the United States

Hurricane Irene: Aftermath, Day 1 : The Humane Society of the United States

Irene Hits New England as South Recovers - NYTimes.com

Irene Hits New England as South Recovers - NYTimes.com: Having cut a path of destruction from the Outer Banks of North Carolina to the eastern tip of Long Island that killed at least 10 people in six states and caused an unprecedented shutdown of the transit systems in Washington, Philadelphia and New York, a weakened but still ferocious Hurricane Irene, now downgraded to a tropical storm, set its sights on a battened-down New England late Sunday morning

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Donate to 5 Causes Providing Irene Relief | Inspiring Generosity

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Donate to 5 Causes Providing Irene Relief | Inspiring Generosity: To help those affected by the storm, Razoo has set up a dedicated Irene Relief giving page. Please consider giving to one of these national charities that provide support services in times of disaster;
• Red Cross
• Salvation Army
• Catholic Charities
• Habitat for Humanity
• Humane Society

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Salvation Army Teams Serve Irene First Responders : The Salvation Army Richmond

Salvation Army Teams Serve Irene First Responders : The Salvation Army Richmond: As Hurricane Irene heads for the eastern seaboard, The Salvation Army is moving personnel and vehicles into strategic staging locations in North Carolina and Pennsylvania. From these locations The Salvation Army will dispatch mobile feeding units to provide food, drinks and spiritual and emotional care to emergency responders and those affected by the storm. Disaster response teams are already on the ground from Florida to Maine, serving first responders, assisting the evacuation of low lying areas, feeding at shelters and providing a broad range of support before Hurricane Irene makes landfall.

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Obama: Getting through Irene will be 'tough slog' | cleveland.com

Obama: Getting through Irene will be 'tough slog' | cleveland.com: WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama offered moral support Saturday to federal emergency management workers hunkered down for Hurricane Irene's weekend march up the East Coast and 14,000 active-duty and National Guard troops were put on standby for post-storm relief work.

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Tax Relief for Victims of March 11 Floods in South Dakota

Tax Relief for Victims of March 11 Floods in South Dakota

Why charity should use an investing model - Thomas Kostigen's Impact Investor - MarketWatch

Why charity should use an investing model - Thomas Kostigen's Impact Investor - MarketWatch: ANTA MONICA, Calif. (MarketWatch) — The charity model used to do good in the world fails. Instead, a new model based on investing needs to be embraced if goals are to be met, missions completed, people saved.

As the famine crisis looms in the Horn of Africa, natural disasters strike around the planet, and more people are pushed into harm’s way, it’s time to rethink the way we conduct charitable giving.

Long-term stakeholders with vested interests in see

Text Messages Aren't Enough When Natural Disasters Strike | Fast Company

Text Messages Aren't Enough When Natural Disasters Strike | Fast Company: he American Red Cross has released a new survey that claims Americans are increasingly relying on the Internet and social media for disaster information. According to the Red Cross, 18% of Americans regularly rely on Facebook to obtain disaster information. The survey also claims that the Internet is the third most used medium to find out information about disasters--radio and television are more frequently used.

Va establishes permanent disaster relief fund, made of state, private and corporate donations - The Washington Post

Va establishes permanent disaster relief fund, made of state, private and corporate donations - The Washington Post: Gov. Bob McDonnell said Wednesday that the Virginia Disaster Relief Fund will be made a permanent part of the state’s disaster relief tools. Officials say it will serve as a “fund of last resort” if other state, federal and private aid is unavailable.

Biden pledges support amid Japan's devastation

Biden pledges support amid Japan's devastation: In a speech at the airport in Sendai, the nearest large city to the March 11 earthquake and tsunami, Biden described Japan as the "anchor" of U.S. interests in Asia and expressed awe at the "legendary industriousness" of its rebuilding effort. But he also met with Prime Minister Naoto Kan, who according to reports in Tokyo apologized for "Japan's political situation" - a state of affairs that will become even more uncertain next week when Kan resigns.

American Red Cross Contributions to Japan's Tsunami Recovery Reach $260 Million -- WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --

American Red Cross Contributions to Japan's Tsunami Recovery Reach $260 Million -- WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --: WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross today contributed an additional $15 million to the Japanese Red Cross, bringing its investments in the country's disaster recovery to nearly $260 million.

UM architecture students help plan rebuilding of Port-au-Prince - Coral Gables - MiamiHerald.com

UM architecture students help plan rebuilding of Port-au-Prince - Coral Gables - MiamiHerald.com: "Last year, the Haitian government turned to The Prince’s Foundation for the Built Environment, established by Britain’s Prince Charles in 1986, to develop a plan to rebuild the historic center of Port-au-Prince. In turn, the foundation hired the Coral Gables-based architecture firm of Duany Plater-Zyberk to work with it.

After a series of meetings, known as a charettes, in Port-au-Prince, the two groups crafted a master plan with input from developers, Haitian government officials and residents."

Clinton launches business loan program in Haiti - Taiwan News Online

Clinton launches business loan program in Haiti - Taiwan News Online: "Former U.S. President Bill Clinton is back in Haiti to launch a new business loan program.

The former president says the first loan in the $20 million program is going to a company that produces crafts for export. Clinton says the $415,000 loan to Caribbean Crafts will allow the company to replace a workshop that was destroyed in the January 2010 earthquake and add employees."

Words and pictures raise thousands - Local News - News - General - Braidwood Times

Words and pictures raise thousands - Local News - News - General - Braidwood Times: "Published by Scholastica, ‘Flood’ has already raised over $110,000 for The Premier’s Flood Disaster Relief Appeal. Funds raised by the book will go to replenish flood-affected Queensland school libraries and Scholastic Australia has also given a complimentary copy of the book to every Australian primary school library.

At the launch Flood was read to 50 primary school students aged 8 to 12, all of whom were affected by the floods. The launch was also accompanied by an exhibition of the artwork by Bruce Whatley."

Glen Pearson: We Need Aid Effectiveness to Beat Donation Frustration

Glen Pearson: We Need Aid Effectiveness to Beat Donation Frustration: "For Canadians, the time has perhaps arrived for a new model of effective disaster emergency relief and the part citizens and their government can play within it. Due to climate change, the number of natural disasters is growing steadily, as perhaps best shown in this chart in the Global Humanitarian Assistance Report 2009. The 2005 tsunami, the Haitian and Chinese earthquakes, Burmese and Pakistani flooding -- these have all appeared in just the last few years and don't take into account the more regional disasters occurring in various parts across the globe."

South African Charity Galvanizes African Response to Famine | Africa | English

South African Charity Galvanizes African Response to Famine | Africa | English: "The South African charity Gift of the Givers has spearheaded the African response to the famine in Somalia. The organization is calling on African countries to do more for the Somali people."

Nonprofits convene for post-Katrina look forward - Biloxi - SunHerald.com

Nonprofits convene for post-Katrina look forward - Biloxi - SunHerald.com: "GULFPORT -- The Foundation For the Mid-South, which invested $6.5 million in South Mississippi nonprofits in the first five years after Hurricane Katrina, brought together agency members Thursday morning to talk about future community needs.

“We’re not there yet,” said Chris Crothers, the foundation’s communications director. “Six years is a long time, but we’re not there. It’s at least a decade in the making.”"

Golf tournament to help raise money for disaster trailers - WAFF.com: North Alabama News, Radar, Weather, Sports and Jobs-

Golf tournament to help raise money for disaster trailers - WAFF.com: North Alabama News, Radar, Weather, Sports and Jobs-: "MADISON COUNTY, AL (WAFF) -

North Alabama leaders are making sure we are prepared in the event of another disaster.

Leaders purchased more resources, including first response haulers.

'This is not the first disaster we've seen. It won't be the last one,' said Dale Strong, Madison County Commissioner.

April 27th, more than 350 houses were damaged or destroyed by tornados that hit Madison County.

Emergency crews relied on disaster trailers equipped with backup generators due to no power.

'We found these disaster trailers benefited greatly the people of this county,' said Strong."

MSMO: Repaying the love through disaster relief - Florida Baptist Witness

MSMO: Repaying the love through disaster relief - Florida Baptist Witness: "Within days of the tornado’s fury, Florida Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers arrived, ready to lend their hearts and hands to those in unfathomable need.

Knowing that Richard’s house would be condemned, several male volunteers began their chainsaw work on downed trees while a four-woman team began to pick their way through the rubble, searching for anything that could be salvaged."

USAID FRONTLINES: Mapping Out Disaster, Relief, and Recovery

USAID FRONTLINES: Mapping Out Disaster, Relief, and Recovery: "Looking for a more creative way to tell the stories of relief, recovery, and development, USAID—and in particular, the parts of the Agency that work in political transition and disaster response environments—have turned to such mapmakers and developed Geographic Information Units (GIU), expert teams of geospatial data analysts."

Ottawa to match donations to Horn of Africa famine - thestar.com

Ottawa to match donations to Horn of Africa famine - thestar.com: "OTTAWA—The federal government has committed $50 million in emergency aid for people suffering from famine in East Africa and will match donations from Canadians.

“Canadians have a history of generosity and willingness to help those in need, and our government has a strong record of support for Africa,” International Co-operation Minister Bev Oda said in a news release issued as she visited the Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya on Friday."