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Japan Society Earthquake Relief Fund Allocation Reaches $5.6 Million: Press: About: Japan Society: apan Society Earthquake Relief Fund Allocation Reaches $5.6 Million
December 13, 2011

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".