KSDK NewsChannel 5 - DPS Director Thanks RIM for Rescheduling BlackBerry Updates

KSDK NewsChannel 5 - DPS Director Thanks RIM for Rescheduling BlackBerry Updates: "KSDK -- Director of Public Safety Mark James applauded the outstanding cooperation from Research In Motion (RIM) with Missouri's emergency response community. RIM postponed a scheduled 4 hour BlackBerry Database upgrade for all North American subscribers from early Saturday morning, until a future date."

FACTBOX-Tsunami donations around $12 billion | Environment | Reuters

FACTBOX-Tsunami donations around $12 billion | Environment | Reuters: "SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Government and multilateral agencies have pledged around $7 billion in aid for nations hit by the December 26 earthquake and tsunami in the Indian Ocean, while global private donations amount to around $5 billion."

The Jakarta Post - Indonesia thanks world for post-tsunami aid

The Jakarta Post - Indonesia thanks world for post-tsunami aid: "Indonesia thanks world for post-tsunami aid

When the deadly tsunami devastated Aceh and Nias in 2004, the global response was unprecedented. Millions of people -- from children to senior citizens -- donated huge amounts of money and goods to tsunami victims."

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Fire-alert technology discussed

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Fire-alert technology discussed: "The October wildfires were fought with blood, sweat and technology. But technology – particularly notifying residents by phone that a fire is headed their way – isn't exactly perfect."

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Relief funding needs mapped by foundation

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Relief funding needs mapped by foundation: "From $5 checks to seven-figure corporate contributions, millions of dollars collected for wildfire relief will be spent in four key areas over the next two years: survivor needs, civic engagement, the environment and preparedness.

The San Diego Foundation has developed a road map to steer the spending of its huge charity fund, which tops $7 million in donations and pledges."

Charities' coffers swell to $23 million – and counting | The San Diego Union-Tribune

Charities' coffers swell to $23 million – and counting | The San Diego Union-Tribune: "Major nonprofits have collected more than $23 million for wildfire relief in what some are predicting will become the largest local charity drive ever. The American Red Cross has collected $17.3 million in contributions for Southern California wildfires, most of which it said will go to San Diego County. And millions more has been donated and pledged to The San Diego Foundation, the Salvation Army, the Jewish Community Foundation and others."

The NonProfit Times - California Fires Activate Response Lessons learned at Katrina helped

The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management: "California Fires Activate Response Lessons learned at Katrina helped By Mark Hrywna and Marla E. Nobles

Around this time every year, the warm, dry winds known as the Santa Anas sweep down wide across the deserts of Southern California and across the Los Angeles Basin, bringing with them the constant threat of wildfires. But even longtime residents hadn't seen anything like the wildfires that began burning across Southern California on Oct. 20."

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Charities' coffers swell to $23 million – and counting

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Charities' coffers swell to $23 million – and counting: "Major nonprofits have collected more than $23 million for wildfire relief in what some are predicting will become the largest local charity drive ever.
The American Red Cross has collected $17.3 million in contributions for Southern California wildfires, most of which it said will go to San Diego County. And millions more has been donated and pledged to The San Diego Foundation, the Salvation Army, the Jewish Community Foundation and others.
Many nonprofits are still collecting money while they forge a long-range plan on how to best spend the contributions."

The California Endowment Commits $750,000 to Aid Vulnerable Communities Impacted by the Southern California Wildfires / California Endowment

The California Endowment Commits $750,000 to Aid Vulnerable Communities Impacted by the Southern California Wildfires / California Endowment: "he California Endowment Commits $750,000 to Aid Vulnerable Communities Impacted by the Southern California Wildfires Los Angeles (November 1, 2007) –

The California Endowment, a private, statewide health foundation, today announced its commitment of $750,000 to provide wildfire relief and aid to the often overlooked communities impacted by the recent wildfires.
“The Endowment wants to ensure that the regions’ poorest and most vulnerable residents have equal access to aid now and during the days and months to come,” said Robert K. Ross, M.D., president and CEO of The California Endowment."

Arts scene slowly returns to normal North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News - NCTimes.com - Californian.com

Arts scene slowly returns to normal North County Times - North San Diego and Southwest Riverside County News - NCTimes.com - Californian.com: "Arts scene slowly returns to normal By: PAM KRAGEN - Staff Writer Life may be returning to normal in San Diego County this week, but last week's wildfires were hard on the county's arts community. Road closures, evacuations and the unpredictability of the fires forced most theaters, galleries, museums and theme parks to shut their doors for at least one day last week, and poor air quality kept many county residents at home through the entire weekend. Most venues reported a moderate to sharp dip in ticket sales through the weekend."

SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Recovery fund targets Cal State Games participants

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SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Recovery fund targets Cal State Games participants: "Recovery fund targets Cal State Games participantsUNION-TRIBUNE October 31, 2007 The California State Games Wildfire Recovery Fund is accepting donations to help Cal State Games participants affected by the fires."

(Knox County) NAR Donates Half-Million to California Fire Relief - Real Estate - WaldoSoup

(Knox County) NAR Donates Half-Million to California Fire Relief - Real Estate - WaldoSoup: "KNOX COUNTY (Oct 29): The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® is donating a half-million dollars to aid the victims of the disastrous fires that have swept California and left hundreds of thousands of people homeless. REALTORS® have been early to respond to help victims of similar emergencies in the past, such as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005 and victims of the South Asian tsunami in 2004."

Pet Lovers Raise Nearly $140,000 for California Wildfire Animal Relief

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Pet Lovers Raise Nearly $140,000 for California Wildfire Animal Relief: "Pet Lovers Raise Nearly $140,000 for California Wildfire Animal Relief Through the PETCO Foundation's Emergency Round Up Fundraiser, pet lovers across the nation have donated nearly $140,000 to benefit the more than 19,000 animals affected by the California wildfires. San Diego, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) October 30, 2007 -- Through the PETCO Foundation's Emergency Round Up Fundraiser, pet lovers across the nation have donated nearly $140,000 to benefit the more than 19,000 animals affected by the California wildfires."

Richard Walden: How Best To Help Victims of the California Wildfires: More of the Same or ??? - Politics on The Huffington Post

Richard Walden: How Best To Help Victims of the California Wildfires: More of the Same or ??? - Politics on The Huffington Post: "Once again, an intensive media-driven campaign is underway to fill the coffers of two of America's largest nonprofits--the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army. The Los Angeles ABC TV station joined with the Red Cross for a second consecutive time (Hurricane Katrina was the first) in arranging 'drive-by drop-offs' of cash in the parking lots of major sports and entertainment venues. While it's too early to tell just how much money will be donated to these two groups, my guess is it will be well over $100 million and perhaps much more nationally."

Wildfires Force Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Postponement in San Diego | The Final Sprint (TFS) | The Internet’s Premier Running, Fitness, and Nut

Wildfires Force Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Postponement in San Diego | The Final Sprint (TFS) | The Internet’s Premier Running, Fitness, and Nutrition Publication: "Due to the wildfires in San Diego County, the Komen San Diego Race for the Cure which was scheduled for Sunday, November 4, has been postponed to Sunday, December 2, 2007."

PhilanTopic: Information on Southern California Fire Relief Funds

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PhilanTopic: Information on Southern California Fire Relief Funds: "Information on Southern California Fire Relief Funds The information below on special funds established to respond to the fires in Southern California was put together by the folks at San Diego Grantmakers and Southern California Grantmakers and forwarded by Northern California Grantmakers to Janet Camarena, the director of the Foundation Center's San Francisco office. Thanks to Janet for the head's up."

allAfrica.com: Uganda: UK Charity Gives Sh140m Relief Aid to Katakwi Victims (Page 1 of 1)

allAfrica.com: Uganda: UK Charity Gives Sh140m Relief Aid to Katakwi Victims (Page 1 of 1): "AN international charity, ShelterBox, linked to Rotary Club of Helston, in the UK, has donated relief items worth 40,000 pounds (about sh140m) to flood victims in Katakwi. The donation, which included tents, stoves, axes, hoes, saucepans, ladles, jerrycans water purification tablets and blankets, was channelled through the Rotary Club of Muyenga."

Qualcomm Commits $1.5 Million to Support Wildfire Relief and Recovery Efforts

Qualcomm Commits $1.5 Million to Support Wildfire Relief and Recovery Efforts: "- Qualcomm Incorporated , a leading developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies and data solutions, today announced that the Company has committed $1.5 million to support relief and recovery efforts after this week's devastating wildfires in San Diego County. The total commitment includes immediate donations of $100,000 to the San Diego/Imperial Counties American Red Cross Chapter and $100,000 to Volunteer San Diego. Over the next several weeks, the remaining $1.3 million will be directed to various nonprofit and first responder organizations providing fire relief and recovery efforts via Qualcomm's corporate giving program, employee matching grant program and donations in recognition of employee volunteer efforts."

NAR Donates Half-Million to California Wildfire Relief

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NAR Donates Half-Million to California Wildfire Relief: "The National Association of Realtors, through the REALTORS Relief Foundation, is donating a half-million dollars to help the victims of the disastrous wildfires that have swept California and left thousands of people homeless."

N.O. charities eager to return favor to fire victims - Breaking News Updates New Orleans - Times-Picayune - NOLA.com

N.O. charities eager to return favor to fire victims - Breaking News Updates New Orleans - Times-Picayune - NOLA.com: "N.O. charities eager to return favor to fire victims Posted by The Times-Picayune October 25, 2007 7:53PM By Bruce Nolan Staff writer Wounded New Orleanians helped by the kindness of strangers two years ago are looking toward fire-ravaged Southern California with an urge to help, but local disaster managers are urging them to wait until it is more clear exactly what the stricken communities need.
'I'm getting phone calls: 'Can we go? Can we go?,' ' said Archdeacon Dennis McManis, operations director of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana's office of disaster response. '
I'm telling them, 'Let's sit back and see what they need.' '"