Katrina, gas costs sting charities

Katrina, gas costs sting charities: "Katrina, gas costs sting charities

By HEMA EASLEY
THE JOURNAL NEWS
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(Original publication: October 16, 2005)

Just before Hurricane Katrina hit, Helen Hayes Hospital sent out 1,800 invitations for its annual fundraising gala in November, based on the theme 'New Orleans Style.'

The event had been planned in advance, and the invitations were in the mail, so the hospital couldn't change the theme. But when the extent of the destruction became apparent, Helen Hayes felt it was only appropriate to commit a portion of the money to help the hurricane victims."