Bloomberg.com: Latin America: "Mexico's Fox Says U.S. to Give Disaster Aid to Illegal Migrants
Sept. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Mexico's President Vicente Fox helped persuade the U.S. government to relax controls on illegal immigrants so they can receive aid for victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Any of the 145,000 Mexicans living in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama who don't have documents will qualify for help finding family members, getting food and receiving other assistance even if they don't have proper documents, according to Fox's office in Mexico City."
Friday, September 09, 2005
WOODTV.com & WOOD TV8 - Grand Rapids news and weather - Gas prices push IRS to temporarily increase mileage reimbursement rate
WOODTV.com & WOOD TV8 - Grand Rapids news and weather - Gas prices push IRS to temporarily increase mileage reimbursement rate: "Gas prices push IRS to temporarily increase mileage reimbursement Email
(AP-Washington, September 9, 2005, 2:33 p.m.) The Internal Revenue Service, recognizing increased gas prices around the country, on Friday increased the mileage reimbursement rate that workers claim when they use personal cars for work.
The decision raised the rate to 48.5 cents a mile for the last four months of the year, after which the tax agency plans to look again at gas prices and reevaluate the rate."
(AP-Washington, September 9, 2005, 2:33 p.m.) The Internal Revenue Service, recognizing increased gas prices around the country, on Friday increased the mileage reimbursement rate that workers claim when they use personal cars for work.
The decision raised the rate to 48.5 cents a mile for the last four months of the year, after which the tax agency plans to look again at gas prices and reevaluate the rate."
KEY DIRECTS PHILANTHROPY, VOLUNTEERISM TO BENEFIT HURRICANE EVACUEES IN KEYBANK COMMUNITIES NATIONWIDE | American International Automobile Dealers |
KEY DIRECTS PHILANTHROPY, VOLUNTEERISM TO BENEFIT HURRICANE EVACUEES IN KEYBANK COMMUNITIES NATIONWIDE | American International Automobile Dealers |: "KEY DIRECTS PHILANTHROPY, VOLUNTEERISM TO BENEFIT HURRICANE EVACUEES IN KEYBANK COMMUNITIES NATIONWIDE
Hurricane Katrina survivors arriving at evacuee sites currently located in Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Utah and Washington will benefit from $100,000 in Key Foundation donations dispersed within KeyBank communities from Maine to Alaska. In tandem with this funding increase, KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY) will direct much of its upcoming national day of volunteerism, Neighbors Make the Difference Day, toward hurricane relief. As well, Key employees donating to charitable organizations supporting hurricane relief efforts are receiving a dollar for dollar match in accordance with the Key Foundation Matching Gift Pr"
Hurricane Katrina survivors arriving at evacuee sites currently located in Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Utah and Washington will benefit from $100,000 in Key Foundation donations dispersed within KeyBank communities from Maine to Alaska. In tandem with this funding increase, KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY) will direct much of its upcoming national day of volunteerism, Neighbors Make the Difference Day, toward hurricane relief. As well, Key employees donating to charitable organizations supporting hurricane relief efforts are receiving a dollar for dollar match in accordance with the Key Foundation Matching Gift Pr"
Coping with Katrina | Connect for Kids
Coping with Katrina | Connect for Kids: "Coping with Katrina
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Connect for Kids has pulled together online resources for helping those affected. We’ve divided them into three sections: Emergency Guidelines for Helping Victims looks at how government agencies are developing procedures for helping the displaced; Giving & Getting Help is a compilation of information on donating and volunteering, also on help available to those affected; and Help with Healing offers information on supporting kids and families dealing with trauma related to Katrina. We expect to update this resource frequently."
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Connect for Kids has pulled together online resources for helping those affected. We’ve divided them into three sections: Emergency Guidelines for Helping Victims looks at how government agencies are developing procedures for helping the displaced; Giving & Getting Help is a compilation of information on donating and volunteering, also on help available to those affected; and Help with Healing offers information on supporting kids and families dealing with trauma related to Katrina. We expect to update this resource frequently."
the rome group :: st. louis, mo--St. Louis Responds
the rome group :: st. louis, mo: "St. Louis Responds
The devastation on the Gulf Coast has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives. Now, the St. Louis nonprofit community is gearing up to welcome and care for several thousand evacuees.
The following is a list of some of the plans and strategies local agencies and organizations have to respond to the needs of these evacuees. We encourage you to review these ideas to see how you might participate and/or form collaborateive efforts to extend their impact and effectiveness.
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The devastation on the Gulf Coast has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives. Now, the St. Louis nonprofit community is gearing up to welcome and care for several thousand evacuees.
The following is a list of some of the plans and strategies local agencies and organizations have to respond to the needs of these evacuees. We encourage you to review these ideas to see how you might participate and/or form collaborateive efforts to extend their impact and effectiveness.
"
Rescuers scramble to save animals - The Clarion-Ledger
Rescuers scramble to save animals - The Clarion-Ledger
Rescuers scramble to save animals
By Gannett News Service
NEW ORLEANS — Opening the door to a small house on Tchoupitoulas Street Thursday revealed more than a dozen cats in a garbage-strewn room where they had been trapped since Hurricane Katrina struck the city.
A team of animal rescuers from the Humane Society of the United States and the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals tried to round up the jittery cats.
Rescuers scramble to save animals
By Gannett News Service
NEW ORLEANS — Opening the door to a small house on Tchoupitoulas Street Thursday revealed more than a dozen cats in a garbage-strewn room where they had been trapped since Hurricane Katrina struck the city.
A team of animal rescuers from the Humane Society of the United States and the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals tried to round up the jittery cats.
Katrina Benefit Telethon Won't Be Censored - Yahoo! News
Katrina Benefit Telethon Won't Be Censored - Yahoo! News: "he producer of Friday's one-hour telethon to benefit Hurricane Katrina victims said no special precautions will be taken to edit out political statements — even though rapper Kanye West is on the bill.
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But Joel Gallen, executive producer of 'Shelter From the Storm: A Concert for the Gulf Coast,' also doesn't expect any problems."
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But Joel Gallen, executive producer of 'Shelter From the Storm: A Concert for the Gulf Coast,' also doesn't expect any problems."
Red Cross: $1 billion needed for Katrina relief efforts - billingsgazette.com
Red Cross: $1 billion needed for Katrina relief efforts - billingsgazette.com: "ed Cross: $1 billion needed for Katrina relief efforts
Associated Press
GENEVA - The Red Cross will need about $1 billion for initial relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Katrina, the organization said Friday.
'We have estimated that we need $1 billion to help with this response,' said Sian Bowen, spokeswoman for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies."
Associated Press
GENEVA - The Red Cross will need about $1 billion for initial relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Katrina, the organization said Friday.
'We have estimated that we need $1 billion to help with this response,' said Sian Bowen, spokeswoman for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies."
CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Alberta donates $5M to relief efforts
CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Alberta donates $5M to relief efforts: "Alberta donates $5M to relief efforts
By JUDY MONCHUK
CALGARY (CP) - Alberta is sending $5 million to help rebuild the Gulf Coast in the wake of hurricane Katrina.
Premier Ralph Klein said Albertans have been touched and horrified by the scope of suffering along the U.S. Gulf Coast. He said cash is the best way to help in the short term.
By JUDY MONCHUK
CALGARY (CP) - Alberta is sending $5 million to help rebuild the Gulf Coast in the wake of hurricane Katrina.
Premier Ralph Klein said Albertans have been touched and horrified by the scope of suffering along the U.S. Gulf Coast. He said cash is the best way to help in the short term.
CNO Praises Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
CNO Praises Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts: "CNO Praises Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
Story Number: NNS050908-05
Release Date: 9/8/2005 5:36:00 PM
By Journalist 1st Class (SW) Hendrick L. Dickson, Navy News Service
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen addressed the Navy's ongoing participation in Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts during a Sept. 8 interview.
The Navy has played a major role in relief efforts since Hurricane Katrina ravaged much of the Gulf Coast, paralyzing the entire area."
Story Number: NNS050908-05
Release Date: 9/8/2005 5:36:00 PM
By Journalist 1st Class (SW) Hendrick L. Dickson, Navy News Service
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen addressed the Navy's ongoing participation in Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts during a Sept. 8 interview.
The Navy has played a major role in relief efforts since Hurricane Katrina ravaged much of the Gulf Coast, paralyzing the entire area."
Business: Donate your vacation time, earn a tax break
Business: Donate your vacation time, earn a tax break: "Donate your vacation time, earn a tax break
By Associated Press
Published September 9, 2005
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service on Thursday announced a program that encourages workers to give up unused vacation time and sick days and turn them into charitable contributions to aid Hurricane Katrina victims.
Employers would convert the donated time into cash contributions to charities while workers would reduce their taxable income by the number of days donated.
A similar program was put into effect after the 9/11 attacks, but it received only a limited response. Treasury Secretary John Snow and IRS commissioner Mark Everson said the government plans a greater effort to publicize the new program and expects a better response."
By Associated Press
Published September 9, 2005
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service on Thursday announced a program that encourages workers to give up unused vacation time and sick days and turn them into charitable contributions to aid Hurricane Katrina victims.
Employers would convert the donated time into cash contributions to charities while workers would reduce their taxable income by the number of days donated.
A similar program was put into effect after the 9/11 attacks, but it received only a limited response. Treasury Secretary John Snow and IRS commissioner Mark Everson said the government plans a greater effort to publicize the new program and expects a better response."
Burlington Free Press - Top News-Local charities hope Vermonters have deep pockets
Burlington Free Press - Top News: "Local charities hope Vermonters have deep pockets
Published: Friday, September 9, 2005
By Nancy Remsen
Free Press Staff Writer
United Way organizations across the state are launching long-planned charitable giving campaigns at a time when many Vermonters have already opened their wallets to respond to the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
At four United Way agencies covering northern Vermont, officials say they are banking on Vermonters' making donations to support dozens of local organizations even though they recently contributed more than $200,000 and provided enough food, clothing and other items to fill 65 tractor-trailers -- all destined for hurricane victims on the Gulf Coast.
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Published: Friday, September 9, 2005
By Nancy Remsen
Free Press Staff Writer
United Way organizations across the state are launching long-planned charitable giving campaigns at a time when many Vermonters have already opened their wallets to respond to the Hurricane Katrina disaster.
At four United Way agencies covering northern Vermont, officials say they are banking on Vermonters' making donations to support dozens of local organizations even though they recently contributed more than $200,000 and provided enough food, clothing and other items to fill 65 tractor-trailers -- all destined for hurricane victims on the Gulf Coast.
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Web Clearinghouse Opened for Charities Working With Hurricane Relief
PRESS RELEASE
Web Clearinghouse Opened for Charities Working With Hurricane Relief: "FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Today GrantStation.com announced that it is providing a public clearinghouse of funding information for the numerous nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and others affected by the disaster on the Gulf Coast. 'It's what we do.' said President/CEO Cynthia M. Adams. 'We are creating a new section of our web site (http://www.grantstation.com) that will be accessible to anyone, without having to log in. We want to provide one location on the web where federal, state and private grant opportunities can be easily accessed and quickly reviewed.'"
Web Clearinghouse Opened for Charities Working With Hurricane Relief: "FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Today GrantStation.com announced that it is providing a public clearinghouse of funding information for the numerous nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and others affected by the disaster on the Gulf Coast. 'It's what we do.' said President/CEO Cynthia M. Adams. 'We are creating a new section of our web site (http://www.grantstation.com) that will be accessible to anyone, without having to log in. We want to provide one location on the web where federal, state and private grant opportunities can be easily accessed and quickly reviewed.'"
OMB Watch - An OMB Watch Statement in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina
OMB Watch - An OMB Watch Statement in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina: "n OMB Watch Statement in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina
Hurricane Katrina reminds us why it is necessary to have a strong, accountable federal government. In a time of crisis we need a unified, coordinated and effective response. To accomplish this, the federal government must exert leadership and be prepared to act. Hurricane Katrina has demonstrated -- as no sloganeering about the role of government could -- the dangers of assuming that smaller government is always better, or that federal responsibilities should be shifted to others. As Katrina has shown, when the federal government refuses to shoulder its responsibilities and chooses instead to pass the buck, lives are put at risk and chaos ensues."
Hurricane Katrina reminds us why it is necessary to have a strong, accountable federal government. In a time of crisis we need a unified, coordinated and effective response. To accomplish this, the federal government must exert leadership and be prepared to act. Hurricane Katrina has demonstrated -- as no sloganeering about the role of government could -- the dangers of assuming that smaller government is always better, or that federal responsibilities should be shifted to others. As Katrina has shown, when the federal government refuses to shoulder its responsibilities and chooses instead to pass the buck, lives are put at risk and chaos ensues."
IRS allows vacation time to be donated for Katrina relief - Sep. 8, 2005
IRS allows vacation time to be donated for Katrina relief - Sep. 8, 2005: "Donate vacation time for Katrina relief
IRS launches new program where employees trade in days and companies make cash donations, tax free.
September 8, 2005: 3:38 PM EDT
NEW YORK (CNN/Money) - The Internal Revenue Service announced a program Thursday where employees across the country can trade in their sick or vacation days in exchange for cash to help victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Under the program, employees can donate their sick, vacation or personal days back to their company, according to an IRS statement."
IRS launches new program where employees trade in days and companies make cash donations, tax free.
September 8, 2005: 3:38 PM EDT
NEW YORK (CNN/Money) - The Internal Revenue Service announced a program Thursday where employees across the country can trade in their sick or vacation days in exchange for cash to help victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Under the program, employees can donate their sick, vacation or personal days back to their company, according to an IRS statement."
Security Fix-Red Cross E-Mail Confusion
Security Fix: "There seems to be some confusion over a statement that someone at the American Red Cross made on a news program last night, to the effect that the Red Cross does not solicit donations via e-mail"
Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund Hires Kintera for Online Donation Processing
PRESS RELEASE
Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund Hires Kintera for Online Donation Processing: "Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund Hires Kintera for Online Donation Processing
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 9, 2005--Former Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton have established the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund to benefit survivors of Hurricane Katrina and the long-term reconstruction efforts. With many organizations focusing on the immediate needs of Hurricane Katrina victims, the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund will concentrate its efforts on collecting donations for long-term reconstruction efforts. Kintera (R), Inc. (NASDAQ: KNTA), the leading provider of software as a service to the nonprofit industry, today announced it is providing the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund with its online donation processing.
On Tuesday, the Fund announced it had raised over $2 million in online donations. The announcement came just six hours after the organization raised $1 million online in approximately 24 hours. The Fund estimates that over 10,000 people have made their donations on their website www.BushClintonKatrinaFund.org."
Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund Hires Kintera for Online Donation Processing: "Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund Hires Kintera for Online Donation Processing
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 9, 2005--Former Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton have established the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund to benefit survivors of Hurricane Katrina and the long-term reconstruction efforts. With many organizations focusing on the immediate needs of Hurricane Katrina victims, the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund will concentrate its efforts on collecting donations for long-term reconstruction efforts. Kintera (R), Inc. (NASDAQ: KNTA), the leading provider of software as a service to the nonprofit industry, today announced it is providing the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund with its online donation processing.
On Tuesday, the Fund announced it had raised over $2 million in online donations. The announcement came just six hours after the organization raised $1 million online in approximately 24 hours. The Fund estimates that over 10,000 people have made their donations on their website www.BushClintonKatrinaFund.org."
The Chronicle, 9/15/2005: What Philanthropy Owes Katrina's Victims
The Chronicle, 9/15/2005: What Philanthropy Owes Katrina's Victims: "What Philanthropy Owes Katrina's Victims
By George D. Penick
Philanthropy has the opportunity to make a huge difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people as it responds to the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina. But the risk is great that large sums will be spent unwisely, and that a major opportunity to change the way that society includes and cares for all of its people will be lost."
By George D. Penick
Philanthropy has the opportunity to make a huge difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people as it responds to the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina. But the risk is great that large sums will be spent unwisely, and that a major opportunity to change the way that society includes and cares for all of its people will be lost."
From sidewalk sales to marine rescuers, helping New Orleans
From sidewalk sales to marine rescuers, helping New Orleans: "From sidewalk sales to marine rescuers, helping New Orleans
By Ronda Kaysen
Katherine Marlowe wasted no time fundraising for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Within 48 hours of the disaster, she and a friend were collecting donations for the American Red Cross from her Greenwich Village stoop.
The federal government could learn a lot about speedy responses from Marlowe and Jessica Petrow-Cohen. The two friends are only 9 years old.
In the weeks since Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, New Yorkers have been cobbling together relief efforts of their own, with some heading down to the affected areas and others looking for ways to raise much-needed cash.
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By Ronda Kaysen
Katherine Marlowe wasted no time fundraising for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Within 48 hours of the disaster, she and a friend were collecting donations for the American Red Cross from her Greenwich Village stoop.
The federal government could learn a lot about speedy responses from Marlowe and Jessica Petrow-Cohen. The two friends are only 9 years old.
In the weeks since Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, New Yorkers have been cobbling together relief efforts of their own, with some heading down to the affected areas and others looking for ways to raise much-needed cash.
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KatrinaShoes.org -- Million Pairs of Shoes for Hurricane Katrina Victims
KatrinaShoes.org -- Million Pairs of Shoes for Hurricane Katrina Victims: " National Footwear Drive for Hurricane Katrina Victims Underway
Nashville, Tennessee -- The needs are mounting among the homeless victims of Katrina and now the team from the recent Tsunami Footwear Drive announced today that a nationwide appeal is being made for new footwear for the victims. "
Nashville, Tennessee -- The needs are mounting among the homeless victims of Katrina and now the team from the recent Tsunami Footwear Drive announced today that a nationwide appeal is being made for new footwear for the victims. "
Treasury, IRS Announce Special Relief to Encourage Leave-Donation Programs for Victims of Hurricane Katrina
Treasury, IRS Announce Special Relief to Encourage Leave-Donation Programs for Victims of Hurricane Katrina: "Treasury, IRS Announce Special Relief to Encourage Leave-Donation Programs for Victims of Hurricane Katrina
IR-2005-97, Sept. 8, 2005
WASHINGTON --- Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service officials announced today special relief intended to support leave-based donation programs to aid victims who have suffered from the extraordinary destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina"
IR-2005-97, Sept. 8, 2005
WASHINGTON --- Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service officials announced today special relief intended to support leave-based donation programs to aid victims who have suffered from the extraordinary destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina"
The Chronicle, 9/15/2005: A Surge in Baton Rouge
The Chronicle, 9/15/2005: A Surge in Baton Rouge: "Charities in Louisiana's capital struggle to cope as refugees from Katrina double the city's population
By Ian Wilhelm
Baton Rouge, La.
In a matter of days, the population of Louisiana's capital doubled as people fleeing the wrath of Hurricane Katrina arrived by foot, in buses, and even barges.
Eighty miles north of New Orleans, the city attracted many of the poorest residents of the Crescent City, and local charities have been pushed almost to the breaking point. The coordination of their efforts at times has been chaotic, but the Baton Rouge groups are facing an unprecedented situation.
'With 250,000 new people in town, it is straining all the services of our agencies,' says Kenneth L. Hinrichs, chief executive officer of the Capital Area United Way, in Baton Rouge. 'It's sort of mind-boggling.'"
By Ian Wilhelm
Baton Rouge, La.
In a matter of days, the population of Louisiana's capital doubled as people fleeing the wrath of Hurricane Katrina arrived by foot, in buses, and even barges.
Eighty miles north of New Orleans, the city attracted many of the poorest residents of the Crescent City, and local charities have been pushed almost to the breaking point. The coordination of their efforts at times has been chaotic, but the Baton Rouge groups are facing an unprecedented situation.
'With 250,000 new people in town, it is straining all the services of our agencies,' says Kenneth L. Hinrichs, chief executive officer of the Capital Area United Way, in Baton Rouge. 'It's sort of mind-boggling.'"
Heroes come in all ages - Yahoo! News
Heroes come in all ages - Yahoo! News: "The debate over what went wrong with the response to Hurricane Katrina will rage for months, if not years. But disasters also bring out the best in many people. Amid the recriminations, it can be too easy to lose sight of the many acts of unsung bravery and generosity that alleviated suffering and prevented the awful death toll from going even higher. The stories of Americans pitching in to help each other, without regard to color or class, are inspiring. Here are just a few:"
Lexington Herald-Leader | 09/09/2005 | Katrina could slow giving to groups, but needs remain
Lexington Herald-Leader | 09/09/2005 | Katrina could slow giving to groups, but needs remain: "Katrina could slow giving to groups, but needs remain
By Rich Copley
HERALD-LEADER CULTURE WRITER
Hurricane Katrina has highlighted the importance of philanthropy to virtually the entire U.S. population, which has been digging deep to donate money and necessities for evacuees.
So, at a time of national crisis, how do fund-raisers ask for money to put on a play, a concert or an art exhibit?
That is a question that faces groups around Central Kentucky as the arts season gets under way."
By Rich Copley
HERALD-LEADER CULTURE WRITER
Hurricane Katrina has highlighted the importance of philanthropy to virtually the entire U.S. population, which has been digging deep to donate money and necessities for evacuees.
So, at a time of national crisis, how do fund-raisers ask for money to put on a play, a concert or an art exhibit?
That is a question that faces groups around Central Kentucky as the arts season gets under way."
Leaders Lacking Disaster Experience
Leaders Lacking Disaster Experience: "Leaders Lacking Disaster Experience
'Brain Drain' At Agency Cited
By Spencer S. Hsu
Washington Post Staff Writer
Friday, September 9, 2005; Page A01
Five of eight top Federal Emergency Management Agency officials came to their posts with virtually no experience in handling disasters and now lead an agency whose ranks of seasoned crisis managers have thinned dramatically since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks."
'Brain Drain' At Agency Cited
By Spencer S. Hsu
Washington Post Staff Writer
Friday, September 9, 2005; Page A01
Five of eight top Federal Emergency Management Agency officials came to their posts with virtually no experience in handling disasters and now lead an agency whose ranks of seasoned crisis managers have thinned dramatically since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks."
Congress Approves $51.8 Billion For Victims
Congress Approves $51.8 Billion For Victims: "Congress Approves $51.8 Billion For Victims
Bipartisan Accord on Aid, But Not on Investigation
By Peter Baker and Amy Goldstein
Washington Post Staff Writers
Friday, September 9, 2005; Page A01
President Bush and Congress moved on multiple fronts yesterday to rush fresh relief to people afflicted by Hurricane Katrina, vowing to get cash directly into the hands of victims while enacting an unprecedented spending package to feed and house evacuees, rebuild schools and bridges, and begin clearing out the vast rubble"
Bipartisan Accord on Aid, But Not on Investigation
By Peter Baker and Amy Goldstein
Washington Post Staff Writers
Friday, September 9, 2005; Page A01
President Bush and Congress moved on multiple fronts yesterday to rush fresh relief to people afflicted by Hurricane Katrina, vowing to get cash directly into the hands of victims while enacting an unprecedented spending package to feed and house evacuees, rebuild schools and bridges, and begin clearing out the vast rubble"
Welcome to Volunteer Today! The Electronic Gazette for Volunteerism
Welcome to Volunteer Today! The Electronic Gazette for Volunteerism: "Volunteer Today
The Electronic Gazette for Volunteerism
~ September 2005~
KATRINA
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
RESOURCES
Salvation Army Volunteers Boat Rescuers
SPECIAL EDITION: Information and Resources to Assist Managers of Volunteer Programs in the Wake of the Hurricane Katrina Disaster in the Gulf Coast region"
The Electronic Gazette for Volunteerism
~ September 2005~
KATRINA
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
RESOURCES
Salvation Army Volunteers Boat Rescuers
SPECIAL EDITION: Information and Resources to Assist Managers of Volunteer Programs in the Wake of the Hurricane Katrina Disaster in the Gulf Coast region"
P15 Disaster Relief - Katrina
P15 Disaster Relief - Katrina: "PART-15.ORG Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
General Information - PART-15.ORG in cooperation with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) is preparing a Disaster Relief effort in support of and to reestablish communications in the Disaster area after Hurricane Katrina. Our volunteer program is growing at astounding rates. "
General Information - PART-15.ORG in cooperation with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) is preparing a Disaster Relief effort in support of and to reestablish communications in the Disaster area after Hurricane Katrina. Our volunteer program is growing at astounding rates. "
Thursday, September 08, 2005
Give Wisely in the Aftermath of Katrina
Give Wisely in the Aftermath of Katrina: "Give Wisely in the Aftermath of Katrina
Staff
In the aftermath of Katrina, the Better Business Bureau urges the public to exercise caution when responding to charity appeals to assist those stricken by the disaster.
'Emotional appeals to assist disaster victims are common in the wake of any tragedy. While most charities are operating honestly, scam artists will use a natural disaster as an opportunity to take advantage of American generosity,' said Kevin J. Sanders, executive vice president of the BBB Serving Eastern MA, ME and VT."
Staff
In the aftermath of Katrina, the Better Business Bureau urges the public to exercise caution when responding to charity appeals to assist those stricken by the disaster.
'Emotional appeals to assist disaster victims are common in the wake of any tragedy. While most charities are operating honestly, scam artists will use a natural disaster as an opportunity to take advantage of American generosity,' said Kevin J. Sanders, executive vice president of the BBB Serving Eastern MA, ME and VT."
PACKETONLINE News Classifieds Entertainment Business - Princeton and Central New Jersey - Hillsborough Beacon - 09/08/2005 - Helping hurricane victims
PACKETONLINE News Classifieds Entertainment Business - Princeton and Central New Jersey - Hillsborough Beacon - 09/08/2005 - Helping hurricane victims — a cup at a time: " Eleven-year-old Nicole Petrosino is always looking for ways to help. She has raised money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and for victims of the tsunami that killed more than 150,000 people in Indonesia and surrounding countries on Dec. 26.
Want to help —
without lemonade?
Want to help —
without lemonade?
GlobeSt.com - GlobeSt.com UPDATE: Chicago-Area Firms Offer Disaster Relief
GlobeSt.com - GlobeSt.com UPDATE: Chicago-Area Firms Offer Disaster Relief: "lobeSt.com UPDATE: Chicago-Area Firms Offer Disaster Relief
By Dana Dubriwny
Last updated: September 8, 2005 11:23am
CHICAGO-The stories coming from the gulf region are endless, with devastation centering on New Orleans and its effects rippling throughout the country. While acts of bravery can be seen through televised broadcasts, local companies are providing aid and support from 900 miles away."
By Dana Dubriwny
Last updated: September 8, 2005 11:23am
CHICAGO-The stories coming from the gulf region are endless, with devastation centering on New Orleans and its effects rippling throughout the country. While acts of bravery can be seen through televised broadcasts, local companies are providing aid and support from 900 miles away."
WAVE 3 TV Louisville, KY :: Local Schools Lend A Hand With Katrina Relief Efforts
WAVE 3 TV Louisville, KY :: Local Schools Lend A Hand With Katrina Relief Efforts: "ocal relief agencies aren't the only ones helping hurricane victims from the south. Kentuckiana schools are welcoming dozens of children to their classrooms. And even those schools without new students are doing their part to make a difference. WAVE 3's Frances Kuo reports."
Alcan donates US$500,000 to assist in Katrina relief efforts
Alcan donates US$500,000 to assist in Katrina relief efforts: "ONTREAL, Canada, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Alcan Inc. (NYSE, TSX: AL) announced today that it is donating US$500,000 to the American Red Cross to assist in relief efforts following the devastation caused to the U.S. Gulf coast by hurricane Katrina last week."
Easter Seals: Easter Seals Disaster Resource Center
Easter Seals: Easter Seals Disaster Resource Center: "Easter Seals Gulf Coast Disaster
Resource Center
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Easter Seals News
Resource Center
Visit this page frequently for disability-related news and information. Updated September 8, 2005.
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Easter Seals News
Kansas City infoZine - Missouri Govenor Talks with National Officials on Katrina Relief Efforts - USA
Kansas City infoZine - Missouri Govenor Talks with National Officials on Katrina Relief Efforts - USA: "Missouri Govenor Talks with National Officials on Katrina Relief Efforts
Missouri Remains Ready to Accept More Displaced Americans
CommunityJefferson City, Mo. - infoZine - Gov. Matt Blunt took part in a conference call yesterday with many of the nation's other governors to discuss federal and state responses to Hurricane Katrina.
Officials from the United States Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) initiated the call and gave the governors information to assist both self-evacuated displaced Americans and those who may be transported to various states, including Missouri, in the coming days."
Missouri Remains Ready to Accept More Displaced Americans
CommunityJefferson City, Mo. - infoZine - Gov. Matt Blunt took part in a conference call yesterday with many of the nation's other governors to discuss federal and state responses to Hurricane Katrina.
Officials from the United States Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) initiated the call and gave the governors information to assist both self-evacuated displaced Americans and those who may be transported to various states, including Missouri, in the coming days."
Alliance Breaking News-The suspension of Standard letters and Periodicals destined for ZIP Codes 369, 393 and 394 has been lifted.
Alliance Breaking News: "09/08/05 ALERT: The suspension of Standard letters and Periodicals destined for ZIP Codes 369, 393 and 394 has been lifted. Drop shipment appointments to these ZIP Codes are being accepted - but appointments are required before any drop shipments can occur.
The Postal Service is still not accepting any Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) or Periodicals Mail - from any source - addressed for delivery within the following three-digit ZIP Code ranges: 395, 396, 700, 701 and 704."
The Postal Service is still not accepting any Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) or Periodicals Mail - from any source - addressed for delivery within the following three-digit ZIP Code ranges: 395, 396, 700, 701 and 704."
AOL News - Mexican Army Brings Aid to Victims
AOL News - Mexican Army Brings Aid to Victims
LAREDO, Texas (Sept. 8) - A Mexican army convoy began crossing into the United States on Thursday to bring aid to victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Carrying water treatment plants and mobile kitchens that can feed 7,000 people daily, the convoy bound for San Antonio is the first Mexican military unit to operate on U.S. soil since 1846.
LAREDO, Texas (Sept. 8) - A Mexican army convoy began crossing into the United States on Thursday to bring aid to victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Carrying water treatment plants and mobile kitchens that can feed 7,000 people daily, the convoy bound for San Antonio is the first Mexican military unit to operate on U.S. soil since 1846.
Residents aid hurricane victims
News - Wilmette Life: "Residents aid hurricane victims
BY KEN GOZE
STAFF WRITER
Wilmette area residents, businesses and schools are scrambling this week to raise funds and material support for Hurricane Katrina victims, in many ways reactivating an informal assistance network that was developed after Sept. 11, 2001, and last year's tsunami.
Local fund-raising ranged from neighborhood car washes and lemonade stands to school- and community-wide campaigns that worked to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars in past disasters."
BY KEN GOZE
STAFF WRITER
Wilmette area residents, businesses and schools are scrambling this week to raise funds and material support for Hurricane Katrina victims, in many ways reactivating an informal assistance network that was developed after Sept. 11, 2001, and last year's tsunami.
Local fund-raising ranged from neighborhood car washes and lemonade stands to school- and community-wide campaigns that worked to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars in past disasters."
Lobbyists Pitch In for Katrina Relief
Lobbyists Pitch In for Katrina Relief: "Lobbyists Pitch In for Katrina Relief
By Judy Sarasohn
Thursday, September 8, 2005; Page A27
Washington lobbyists, spinmeisters, strategic advisers and consultants are paid the big bucks for delivering federal largess to clients. But with the devastation wreaked by Hurricane Katrina, a number of lobbyists are digging into their own pockets to help the Gulf Coast survivors."
By Judy Sarasohn
Thursday, September 8, 2005; Page A27
Washington lobbyists, spinmeisters, strategic advisers and consultants are paid the big bucks for delivering federal largess to clients. But with the devastation wreaked by Hurricane Katrina, a number of lobbyists are digging into their own pockets to help the Gulf Coast survivors."
Katrina Information Map
Katrina Information Map: "Katrina Information Map - This map is intended for the use of people affected by Hurricane Katrina who have or are trying to find information about the status of specific locations affected by the storm and its aftermath. If you have information about the status of an area that is not yet on the map, please contribute by following the instructions below so that others may get that much needed information.
The Capital Times-"Rescuers race clock to save animals
The Capital Times: "Rescuers race clock to save animals
Humane societies are collecting supplies and money to help in Hurricane Katrina rescue and relief efforts for thousands of pets and other animals on the Gulf Coast, but the help may be too little, too late.
The Humane Society of the United States said Wednesday thousands of animals have just a couple of days left to live in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast.
Animal rescuers have saved more than 1,200 animals, but rescuers are racing against the clock to save thousands of dogs, cats, horses, cows and other species."
Humane societies are collecting supplies and money to help in Hurricane Katrina rescue and relief efforts for thousands of pets and other animals on the Gulf Coast, but the help may be too little, too late.
The Humane Society of the United States said Wednesday thousands of animals have just a couple of days left to live in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast.
Animal rescuers have saved more than 1,200 animals, but rescuers are racing against the clock to save thousands of dogs, cats, horses, cows and other species."
WSJ.com - Crisis News Tracker
WSJ.com - Crisis News Tracker: "Thursday, Sept. 8
12:30 p.m.: In Gulfport, Miss., Vice President Cheney briefs the press and praises local officials and the tireless efforts of first responders and aid workers. During the live briefing, an off-camera heckler audibly uses an expletive in reference to Mr. Cheney. A reporter asks: Do you get a lot of that? He responds, 'no.'
12:05 p.m.: Updated photo gallery, with links to previous days' galleries.
12:01 p.m.: A temporary 'lockdown' of Houston's Reliant Park, where Katrina victims are being sheltered in the Astrodome and other buildings, took place Thursday morning, CNN reported."
12:30 p.m.: In Gulfport, Miss., Vice President Cheney briefs the press and praises local officials and the tireless efforts of first responders and aid workers. During the live briefing, an off-camera heckler audibly uses an expletive in reference to Mr. Cheney. A reporter asks: Do you get a lot of that? He responds, 'no.'
12:05 p.m.: Updated photo gallery, with links to previous days' galleries.
12:01 p.m.: A temporary 'lockdown' of Houston's Reliant Park, where Katrina victims are being sheltered in the Astrodome and other buildings, took place Thursday morning, CNN reported."
WBBM780-Katrina: Group Rates Charities Based On Overhead
WBBM780: "Katrina: Group Rates Charities Based On Overhead
Thursday, September 08, 2005, 8:06 a.m.
By Steve Miller
WBBM Newsradio 780
- CHICAGO -- A lot of interest in donating to charities right now - and some questions about which ones are the best at turning over the money they raise to the people who need it� LISTEN "
Thursday, September 08, 2005, 8:06 a.m.
By Steve Miller
WBBM Newsradio 780
- CHICAGO -- A lot of interest in donating to charities right now - and some questions about which ones are the best at turning over the money they raise to the people who need it� LISTEN "
'Katrina' victims to get $2,000 debit cards | wkyc.com
'Katrina' victims to get $2,000 debit cards | wkyc.com: "Katrina' victims to get $2,000 debit cards
POSTED: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 1:42:46 PM
UPDATED: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 1:43:29 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) -- There's word that the federal government will start handing out debit cards to some Hurricane Katrina victims, as early as today.
A spokeswoman for Texas Governor Rick Perry says the cards, worth $2,000 each, are going to be given to adult evacuees at the Astrodome."
POSTED: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 1:42:46 PM
UPDATED: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 1:43:29 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) -- There's word that the federal government will start handing out debit cards to some Hurricane Katrina victims, as early as today.
A spokeswoman for Texas Governor Rick Perry says the cards, worth $2,000 each, are going to be given to adult evacuees at the Astrodome."
Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News-AH&LA Partners with DHS, FEMA, Red Cross to Assist Hurricane Katrina Victims
Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News: "AH&LA Partners with DHS, FEMA, Red Cross to Assist Hurricane Katrina Victims
WASHINGTON, Sep 07, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- In the wake of the tragic impact of Hurricane Katrina, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) and its partner state associations are teaming up with various government agencies, travel and tourism organizations, and AH&LA allied members to offer assistance to the hundreds-of-thousands of individuals displaced from their homes and disaster relief workers beginning to converge in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the surrounding states.
More than 60,000 evacuees are currently in hotels in 42 states."
WASHINGTON, Sep 07, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- In the wake of the tragic impact of Hurricane Katrina, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) and its partner state associations are teaming up with various government agencies, travel and tourism organizations, and AH&LA allied members to offer assistance to the hundreds-of-thousands of individuals displaced from their homes and disaster relief workers beginning to converge in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and the surrounding states.
More than 60,000 evacuees are currently in hotels in 42 states."
ABC News: Red Cross Aims to Reunite Katrina Families
ABC News: Red Cross Aims to Reunite Katrina Families: "GENEVA Sep 7, 2005 — The international Red Cross Web site aimed at reuniting families separated by Hurricane Katrina has registered 118,000 names since it went online less than a week ago, a spokesman said Wednesday.
About one-third of the people registered live in devastated Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, while the rest lived elsewhere and were looking for someone in those states, said Florian Westphal, spokesman for the International Committee of the Red Cross.
'Obviously people are quite desperate,' Westphal said."
About one-third of the people registered live in devastated Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, while the rest lived elsewhere and were looking for someone in those states, said Florian Westphal, spokesman for the International Committee of the Red Cross.
'Obviously people are quite desperate,' Westphal said."
AMERICAN RED CROSS MAKING CLIENT SERVICE FASTER, MORE EFFICIENT
AMERICAN RED CROSS MAKING CLIENT SERVICE FASTER, MORE EFFICIENT: "WASHINGTON, Wednesday, September 07, 2005 — Traditionally, one of the first things a disaster survivor sees at a Red Cross shelter, after a smile, is a registration form. Beginning this week, the smiles remain, but the burden of paperwork is being eased.
The American Red Cross is bringing the power of computers into its shelters to speed the sometimes tedious but essential task of registering shelter residents.
On Sept. 6, a shipment of 400 notebook computers arrived at the giant shelters at the Houston Astrodome and convention center, where trained shelter workers are transferring residents' data into a common database. An additional 400 units are earmarked for San Antonio and hundreds more will go into shelters in several states over the coming weeks."
The American Red Cross is bringing the power of computers into its shelters to speed the sometimes tedious but essential task of registering shelter residents.
On Sept. 6, a shipment of 400 notebook computers arrived at the giant shelters at the Houston Astrodome and convention center, where trained shelter workers are transferring residents' data into a common database. An additional 400 units are earmarked for San Antonio and hundreds more will go into shelters in several states over the coming weeks."
Forward Newspaper Online: Jewish+Charities+Mobilize+To+Aid+Katrina+Victims
Forward Newspaper Online: Jewish+Charities+Mobilize+To+Aid+Katrina+Victims: "Jewish Charities Mobilize To Aid Katrina Victims
By Nathaniel Popper
September 9, 2005
As refugees from Hurricane Katrina fanned out across the country, Jewish communities nationwide began to feel the effect as evacuees arrived on their doorsteps.
The Jewish communities closest to New Orleans have been most fully engaged in the relief work. It is estimated that half of the ruined city's 10,000 Jews went to Houston. The Houston Jewish federation has mobilized every rung of its communal infrastructure to help the refugees. The federation's offices are now the home of the New Orleans Jewish federation, and all the local schools and synagogues are involved in caring for the evacuees."
By Nathaniel Popper
September 9, 2005
As refugees from Hurricane Katrina fanned out across the country, Jewish communities nationwide began to feel the effect as evacuees arrived on their doorsteps.
The Jewish communities closest to New Orleans have been most fully engaged in the relief work. It is estimated that half of the ruined city's 10,000 Jews went to Houston. The Houston Jewish federation has mobilized every rung of its communal infrastructure to help the refugees. The federation's offices are now the home of the New Orleans Jewish federation, and all the local schools and synagogues are involved in caring for the evacuees."
New Zealand Herald - Red Cross warns against fake Katrina websites - Thursday 08, September 2005 19:04.00 PM - National News
New Zealand Herald - Red Cross warns against fake Katrina websites - Thursday 08, September 2005 19:04.00 PM - National News: "ed Cross warns against fake Katrina websites
08.09.05 7.05pm
The New Zealand Red Cross (NZRC) is alerting the public to the presence of fake websites which siphon off donations to victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Acting director general Graham Wrigley said fraudsters were sending emails that linked to bogus American Red Cross websites.
The emails strongly resemble the American Red Cross website donation page, but donation information is sent to a completely unrelated third party.
So far, the public has donated nearly $40,000 to NZRC to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina. "
08.09.05 7.05pm
The New Zealand Red Cross (NZRC) is alerting the public to the presence of fake websites which siphon off donations to victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Acting director general Graham Wrigley said fraudsters were sending emails that linked to bogus American Red Cross websites.
The emails strongly resemble the American Red Cross website donation page, but donation information is sent to a completely unrelated third party.
So far, the public has donated nearly $40,000 to NZRC to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina. "
Charitable Tulane Student Learns How to Receive
Charitable Tulane Student Learns How to Receive: "urham, N.C. -- During his time as a student at TulaneUniversity, Dwight Blass has volunteered with cancer patients, tutored elementary school students and helped an impoverished community center apply for grants.
Blass, a senior, who is one of more than 50 New Orleans-area students now enrolled at Duke, finds it ironic to be on the receiving end of others’ generosity.
“It took me three years to learn how to get things done, learning who to talk to, who to know, becoming a student leader,” he said. “Now I feel like a freshman again. It’s humbling.”
Blass couldn’t help but be impressed as he listened to Duke students and administrators describe at a meeting Tuesday the hurricane relief efforts going on at his new school.
“Duke is being very generous and very gracious,” said Blass, a 21-year-old economics major from Daytona Beach.
It has been a “surreal” two weeks for Blass. On Aug. 26, he returned early to Tulane to help freshmen move in to their dorm rooms and to recruit for CACTUS, the student-led community service group of which he is president.
One day later, he and the freshmen were told to leave behind most of their possessions in their rooms and to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina made landfall."
Blass, a senior, who is one of more than 50 New Orleans-area students now enrolled at Duke, finds it ironic to be on the receiving end of others’ generosity.
“It took me three years to learn how to get things done, learning who to talk to, who to know, becoming a student leader,” he said. “Now I feel like a freshman again. It’s humbling.”
Blass couldn’t help but be impressed as he listened to Duke students and administrators describe at a meeting Tuesday the hurricane relief efforts going on at his new school.
“Duke is being very generous and very gracious,” said Blass, a 21-year-old economics major from Daytona Beach.
It has been a “surreal” two weeks for Blass. On Aug. 26, he returned early to Tulane to help freshmen move in to their dorm rooms and to recruit for CACTUS, the student-led community service group of which he is president.
One day later, he and the freshmen were told to leave behind most of their possessions in their rooms and to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina made landfall."
CT - Catholic Charities USA assisting with hurricane relief
CT - Catholic Charities USA assisting with hurricane relief: "Catholic Charities USA assisting with hurricane relief
ARCHDIOCESE -The Archdiocese of Cincinnati and Catholic Social Services of Southwestern Ohio are assisting with the hurricane relief efforts in the areas heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina through Catholic Charities USA.
The United States Conferences of Catholic Bishops has requested that a National Collection for Hurricane Relief be taken up in the 195 dioceses across the country. The Archdiocese of Cincinnati encouraged its 230-plus member parishes to participate in this worthy cause by adding a second collection designated for Hurricane Relief Efforts as part of the September 3-4, 2005 Sunday Mass Collections."
ARCHDIOCESE -The Archdiocese of Cincinnati and Catholic Social Services of Southwestern Ohio are assisting with the hurricane relief efforts in the areas heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina through Catholic Charities USA.
The United States Conferences of Catholic Bishops has requested that a National Collection for Hurricane Relief be taken up in the 195 dioceses across the country. The Archdiocese of Cincinnati encouraged its 230-plus member parishes to participate in this worthy cause by adding a second collection designated for Hurricane Relief Efforts as part of the September 3-4, 2005 Sunday Mass Collections."
The Tufts Daily - Students take action on hurricane relief effort
The Tufts Daily - Students take action on hurricane relief effort: "Students take action on hurricane relief effort
by Marc Raifman
Daily Editorial Board
As the first group of Tulane University students arrive on campus for orientation, Tufts students are reaching out to help victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Four students - seniors Jason Karp, Jordan Marton, and Daniel Stuckey and junior Nick Haslett - are launching www.studentsdonate.org. The Web site, created with assistance from the University College of Citizenship and Public Service, will encourage and facilitate student donations to the hurricane relief effort."
by Marc Raifman
Daily Editorial Board
As the first group of Tulane University students arrive on campus for orientation, Tufts students are reaching out to help victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Four students - seniors Jason Karp, Jordan Marton, and Daniel Stuckey and junior Nick Haslett - are launching www.studentsdonate.org. The Web site, created with assistance from the University College of Citizenship and Public Service, will encourage and facilitate student donations to the hurricane relief effort."
Amsterdam News - Article - arts & entertainment-"BET to hold prime-time telethon
Amsterdam News - Article - arts & entertainment: "BET to hold prime-time telethon
by MISANI
Special to the AmNews
Originally posted 9/8/2005
The theme of being my brother’s keeper was very much evidenced at the recent BET press conference, where it was announced that the leading Black television network, along with the National Urban League, American Red Cross, Hip-Hop Summit Action Network Chairman Russell Simmons, Kevin Liles and the Warner Music Group, and Essence Communications, have joined forces in a telethon to raise financial aid to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The telethon, which will be held on Friday, September 9 on BET, will start at 6 pm ET with a special benefit episode of “106 & Park: BET’S Top 10 Live.”"
by MISANI
Special to the AmNews
Originally posted 9/8/2005
The theme of being my brother’s keeper was very much evidenced at the recent BET press conference, where it was announced that the leading Black television network, along with the National Urban League, American Red Cross, Hip-Hop Summit Action Network Chairman Russell Simmons, Kevin Liles and the Warner Music Group, and Essence Communications, have joined forces in a telethon to raise financial aid to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The telethon, which will be held on Friday, September 9 on BET, will start at 6 pm ET with a special benefit episode of “106 & Park: BET’S Top 10 Live.”"
Pasadena Star-News - Opinions-Keep Katrina donors apprised
Pasadena Star-News - Opinions: "Keep Katrina donors apprised
THE Pasadena Chapter of the American Red Cross believes regional residents haven't given enough to help Hurricane Katrina victims, even though the donation total last Friday stood at a staggering $196.1 million. But before asking for more, let's have assurances that the public will receive periodic accounting of just where the money is being spent.
The Rose Bowl kickoff of the Pasadena chapter's fund raising alone raked in $400,000.
Nationwide, the Red Cross had raised $409.2 million in gifts and pledges by Sept. 5 with approximately $209 million made through online donations.
Also, after being allocated $10 billion by Congress last week, the American people deserve to have a full accounting from FEMA on how the public's dime has been spent."
THE Pasadena Chapter of the American Red Cross believes regional residents haven't given enough to help Hurricane Katrina victims, even though the donation total last Friday stood at a staggering $196.1 million. But before asking for more, let's have assurances that the public will receive periodic accounting of just where the money is being spent.
The Rose Bowl kickoff of the Pasadena chapter's fund raising alone raked in $400,000.
Nationwide, the Red Cross had raised $409.2 million in gifts and pledges by Sept. 5 with approximately $209 million made through online donations.
Also, after being allocated $10 billion by Congress last week, the American people deserve to have a full accounting from FEMA on how the public's dime has been spent."
Hurricane Katrina The Times and The Sunday Times - Times Online
Hurricane Katrina The Times and The Sunday Times - Times Online: "Millions of people in America and around the world are giving generously to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina, but internet fraudsters are working frantically to trick them out of their donations, creating deceptive websites and sending illegal e-mails.
US charities have raised more than $500 million in donations and pledges so far, more than twice the amount offered for victims in the ten days after the September 11 attacks, but they are being forced to compete with hundreds of charlatans.
In Missouri, authorities have acted to close down a series of websites, including parishdonations.com and katrinafamilies.com, which are believed to have been set up by an organisation of white supremacists."
US charities have raised more than $500 million in donations and pledges so far, more than twice the amount offered for victims in the ten days after the September 11 attacks, but they are being forced to compete with hundreds of charlatans.
In Missouri, authorities have acted to close down a series of websites, including parishdonations.com and katrinafamilies.com, which are believed to have been set up by an organisation of white supremacists."
Business Roundtable Members Contribute More than $135 Million in Cash and In-Kind Donations to Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
Business Roundtable Members Contribute More than $135 Million in Cash and In-Kind Donations to Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts: "Press release from: Business Roundtable
Business Roundtable Members Contribute More than $135 Million in Cash and In-Kind Donations to Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
(CSRwire) Washington, DC - Business Roundtable member companies have contributed more than $135 million in funding, services, supplies and equipment to support the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. Members of the Roundtable, an association of 160 CEOs of leading U.S. companies, made a wide range of non-cash donations including replacement medicines, information technology and communications equipment, cars and trucks, mortgage relief and deferred vehicle financing, temporary housing, pre-cooked food, back-packs filled with school supplies for children affected by the disaster, and more"
Business Roundtable Members Contribute More than $135 Million in Cash and In-Kind Donations to Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
(CSRwire) Washington, DC - Business Roundtable member companies have contributed more than $135 million in funding, services, supplies and equipment to support the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. Members of the Roundtable, an association of 160 CEOs of leading U.S. companies, made a wide range of non-cash donations including replacement medicines, information technology and communications equipment, cars and trucks, mortgage relief and deferred vehicle financing, temporary housing, pre-cooked food, back-packs filled with school supplies for children affected by the disaster, and more"
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DMNews.com | News | Article: "FreshAddress Offers Free E-Mail Services to Nonprofits
Sept. 08, 2005
By: Kristen Bremner
Senior Editor
kristen@dmnews.com
FreshAddress, Newton, MA, said yesterday that it is offering free e-mail appending and e-mail change-of-address services to nonprofit organizations raising money for the Hurricane Katrina relief effort."
Sept. 08, 2005
By: Kristen Bremner
Senior Editor
kristen@dmnews.com
FreshAddress, Newton, MA, said yesterday that it is offering free e-mail appending and e-mail change-of-address services to nonprofit organizations raising money for the Hurricane Katrina relief effort."
News-Leader.com | Nation/World
News-Leader.com | Nation/World: "Americans give nearly $550 million
Belinda Young leads her cousin's 2-year-old son Noah Williams while dragging a box of donated clothing for family members who lost their homes during Hurricane Katrina in Gulfport, Miss., on Wednesday. Americans' contributions for hurricane relief have eclipsed those after the Sept. 11 attacks.
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• Local gas prices on downward trend
• Flu shots to employ voucher system
• Medicaid lawsuit heard by judge
• Abortion legislation passed by committee
• Ava woman faces murder charge
• Addition to Discovery Center to be city's first 'green' building
• State behind on cigarette tax
• School planning panel now looks to residents
• Outlook for vaccine supply unclear
• Road work scheduled in Springfield district
• Flood ebbs; criticism flows
• Saddam confesses to crimes, Iraqi leader says
• Study: Clot-buster use can be deadly
• Man confesses to killing 2 child rapists
• 4 deaths linked to waterborne bacteria
• Hundreds of firefighters holed up in Atlanta hotel
• St. Louis readies for thousands evacuees
• Scores say goodbye to Rehnquist
• Iraqi forces given control of Najaf
• Salute to a soldier
• Waters churn up fresh horrors
• Blunt signs orders to send more relief aid
• Bush wants Roberts for chief justice
• European nations send supplies
• Services set today for soldier
• City begins gathering dead
• Worst-hit areas home to poorest
• Two Kansas men die in car accident
• Barrier islands devastated by Katrina's force
• Too many people in nature's path, experts say
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Belinda Young leads her cousin's 2-year-old son Noah Williams while dragging a box of donated clothing for family members who lost their homes during Hurricane Katrina in Gulfport, Miss., on Wednesday. Americans' contributions for hurricane relief have eclipsed those after the Sept. 11 attacks.
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• Don't touch the water (09/08/05)
• Local gas prices on downward trend
• Flu shots to employ voucher system
• Medicaid lawsuit heard by judge
• Abortion legislation passed by committee
• Ava woman faces murder charge
• Addition to Discovery Center to be city's first 'green' building
• State behind on cigarette tax
• School planning panel now looks to residents
• Outlook for vaccine supply unclear
• Road work scheduled in Springfield district
• Flood ebbs; criticism flows
• Saddam confesses to crimes, Iraqi leader says
• Study: Clot-buster use can be deadly
• Man confesses to killing 2 child rapists
• 4 deaths linked to waterborne bacteria
• Hundreds of firefighters holed up in Atlanta hotel
• St. Louis readies for thousands evacuees
• Scores say goodbye to Rehnquist
• Iraqi forces given control of Najaf
• Salute to a soldier
• Waters churn up fresh horrors
• Blunt signs orders to send more relief aid
• Bush wants Roberts for chief justice
• European nations send supplies
• Services set today for soldier
• City begins gathering dead
• Worst-hit areas home to poorest
• Two Kansas men die in car accident
• Barrier islands devastated by Katrina's force
• Too many people in nature's path, experts say
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Nonprofits fight charity fatigue
Nonprofits fight charity fatigue: "The Greater Twin Cities United Way announced an 'aggressive' $88 million fundraising goal today, posing a question facing nonprofits across the country: Will the outpouring of donations for hurricane relief blow a hole in local efforts to help the needy?
'We don't know the impact. It's too early to tell,' said Lauren Segal, local United Way president and chief executive. 'We're encouraging people to give to hurricane relief but not to forget about the people in our own community ... to remember the people who don't necessarily have lights and cameras on them.'
Doing so could be a double challenge. That's because local nonprofits that receive United Way funds also face serving many of the 3,000 hurricane evacuees that could be headed for Minnesota."
'We don't know the impact. It's too early to tell,' said Lauren Segal, local United Way president and chief executive. 'We're encouraging people to give to hurricane relief but not to forget about the people in our own community ... to remember the people who don't necessarily have lights and cameras on them.'
Doing so could be a double challenge. That's because local nonprofits that receive United Way funds also face serving many of the 3,000 hurricane evacuees that could be headed for Minnesota."
The Phoenix Online - College opens doors, aids in Katrina relief efforts
The Phoenix Online - College opens doors, aids in Katrina relief efforts: "College opens doors, aids in Katrina relief efforts
BY REUBEN HEYMAN-KANTOR
As Swarthmore searches for ways to help victims of Hurricane Katrina, for those students from the New Orleans area, the past two weeks have been more than a far-off tragedy being played out on television.
“I couldn’t reach my parents for the first three days,” New Orleans native Jessica Langston ’08 said. Langston’s parents had evacuated to Houston, Texas, but because of storm-related problems with e-mail and telephone lines she had been unable to get in contact with them. “I have two friends who remained in the city. One I know is okay and one I haven’t heard from,” she said"
BY REUBEN HEYMAN-KANTOR
As Swarthmore searches for ways to help victims of Hurricane Katrina, for those students from the New Orleans area, the past two weeks have been more than a far-off tragedy being played out on television.
“I couldn’t reach my parents for the first three days,” New Orleans native Jessica Langston ’08 said. Langston’s parents had evacuated to Houston, Texas, but because of storm-related problems with e-mail and telephone lines she had been unable to get in contact with them. “I have two friends who remained in the city. One I know is okay and one I haven’t heard from,” she said"
The HooK: COVER- Home front: Charlottesville steps up to help Katrina victims
The HooK: COVER- Home front: Charlottesville steps up to help Katrina victims: "he United States has never seen a disaster like Hurricane Katrina. And Charlottesville has never seen a relief effort like the one that started almost immediately following the August 29 maelstrom. People wanted to do something-- anything-- to help fellow citizens in distress. Grassroots efforts sprouted like mushrooms in a soggy pasture. From rich-as-Croesus rock stars and best-selling authors to kids baking cookies or collecting pennies, here's how Charlottesville is pitching in.
Cutting through
'It's worse than you can imagine,' says Allen Powell, owner of Pyramid Construction and Wolfie's restaurant. He arrived in his hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 60 miles north of Biloxi, early on September 3 with 20 trucks in tow along with 20 men, 20 generators, and two backhoes-- plus 1,000 gallons each of gas and diesel, chainsaws, chippers, and water and ice. In other words, he doesn't mess around."
Cutting through
'It's worse than you can imagine,' says Allen Powell, owner of Pyramid Construction and Wolfie's restaurant. He arrived in his hometown of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 60 miles north of Biloxi, early on September 3 with 20 trucks in tow along with 20 men, 20 generators, and two backhoes-- plus 1,000 gallons each of gas and diesel, chainsaws, chippers, and water and ice. In other words, he doesn't mess around."
How to check out your charity
How to check out your charity: "How to check out your charity
Thursday September 8, 6:00 am ET
Karen Kroll
No doubt about it -- Americans are generous. Seventy to 80 percent of us contribute to at least one charity each year, says the American Association of Fundraising Counsel. Last year, individual giving -- the single largest source of charitable giving -- rose by an estimated 4.1 percent to $187.92 billion, according to 'Giving USA,' an annual publication of the AAFC.
However, if you've ever found it difficult to figure out exactly how the organizations that solicit support are using your funds, you're not alone. Seventy percent of the people surveyed by the Council of Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance said it was hard to know if a charity is legitimate and operates ethically."
Thursday September 8, 6:00 am ET
Karen Kroll
No doubt about it -- Americans are generous. Seventy to 80 percent of us contribute to at least one charity each year, says the American Association of Fundraising Counsel. Last year, individual giving -- the single largest source of charitable giving -- rose by an estimated 4.1 percent to $187.92 billion, according to 'Giving USA,' an annual publication of the AAFC.
However, if you've ever found it difficult to figure out exactly how the organizations that solicit support are using your funds, you're not alone. Seventy percent of the people surveyed by the Council of Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance said it was hard to know if a charity is legitimate and operates ethically."
OpinionJournal - Peggy Noonan
OpinionJournal - Peggy Noonan: "We Can All Relate
Soldiers, commanders, children, parents: The human face of a natural disaster.
Thursday, September 8, 2005 12:01 a.m. EDT
The e-mail came from a reader, U.S. Marine Corps, retired:
So, I was driving down I-20 from NE Columbia [S.C.] toward the city when I began to pass this huge convoy of Army trucks, Humvees, etc. The convoy was in the right lane. I was driving in the left. The convoy vehicles were loaded with tough-looking young soldiers, and each of them had the familiar 'AA' (All American) patches of the famous 82nd Airborne Division stitched on their sleeves. Of course--being such an enormously long convoy of these young paratroopers traveling west on I-20--it was obvious they were from Fort Bragg, N.C., and they were heading toward the Katrina damaged Gulf Coast, where other 82nd paras had already been deployed."
Soldiers, commanders, children, parents: The human face of a natural disaster.
Thursday, September 8, 2005 12:01 a.m. EDT
The e-mail came from a reader, U.S. Marine Corps, retired:
So, I was driving down I-20 from NE Columbia [S.C.] toward the city when I began to pass this huge convoy of Army trucks, Humvees, etc. The convoy was in the right lane. I was driving in the left. The convoy vehicles were loaded with tough-looking young soldiers, and each of them had the familiar 'AA' (All American) patches of the famous 82nd Airborne Division stitched on their sleeves. Of course--being such an enormously long convoy of these young paratroopers traveling west on I-20--it was obvious they were from Fort Bragg, N.C., and they were heading toward the Katrina damaged Gulf Coast, where other 82nd paras had already been deployed."
OpinionJournal - Cross Country-Deadly Bureaucracy
OpinionJournal - Cross Country: "Deadly Bureaucracy
In Katrina's wake, red tape too often trumped common sense.
BY BOBBY JINDAL
Thursday, September 8, 2005 12:01 a.m. EDT
BATON ROUGE, La.--Over the past few days, America has been both moved and disturbed by television footage of Hurricane Katrina's aftermath. But for those of us in Louisiana still struggling to cope, the troubling images are of opportunistic politicians playing the blame game while there is so much real work to do.
Rather than point fingers, we should be fixing the situation on the ground. And that will include taking steps to ensure that red tape doesn't stifle the continued security and rebuilding efforts."
In Katrina's wake, red tape too often trumped common sense.
BY BOBBY JINDAL
Thursday, September 8, 2005 12:01 a.m. EDT
BATON ROUGE, La.--Over the past few days, America has been both moved and disturbed by television footage of Hurricane Katrina's aftermath. But for those of us in Louisiana still struggling to cope, the troubling images are of opportunistic politicians playing the blame game while there is so much real work to do.
Rather than point fingers, we should be fixing the situation on the ground. And that will include taking steps to ensure that red tape doesn't stifle the continued security and rebuilding efforts."
Peter Scott's Library Blog
Peter Scott's Library Blog: "Call for computer equipment from Louisiana
The State Library of Louisiana has sent out this call for computer equipment. If you are interested and able to send computers, here is the request from the Louisiana State Librarian, Rebecca Hamilton:
To all - we are in desperate need of computers/printers. We are being inundated with evacuees needing to file FEMA applications, unemployment, search for loved ones, etc. and are coming into our public libraries to use the computers. Our libraries have greatly extended their hours to accommodate the people but they need additional computers and printers. If you can please put the word out that if anyone wants to help immediately, this is our greatest need. "
The State Library of Louisiana has sent out this call for computer equipment. If you are interested and able to send computers, here is the request from the Louisiana State Librarian, Rebecca Hamilton:
To all - we are in desperate need of computers/printers. We are being inundated with evacuees needing to file FEMA applications, unemployment, search for loved ones, etc. and are coming into our public libraries to use the computers. Our libraries have greatly extended their hours to accommodate the people but they need additional computers and printers. If you can please put the word out that if anyone wants to help immediately, this is our greatest need. "
Bush Requests $51.8 Billion More for Relief
Bush Requests $51.8 Billion More for Relief: "Bush Requests $51.8 Billion More for Relief
GOP Leaders Launch Inquiry on Katrina Preparation and Response
By Jonathan Weisman and Amy Goldstein
Washington Post Staff Writers
Thursday, September 8, 2005; Page A01
President Bush sent Congress a request for $51.8 billion in additional hurricane relief yesterday, raising Katrina's cost to the federal government to $62.3 billion so far, easily a record for domestic disaster relief."
GOP Leaders Launch Inquiry on Katrina Preparation and Response
By Jonathan Weisman and Amy Goldstein
Washington Post Staff Writers
Thursday, September 8, 2005; Page A01
President Bush sent Congress a request for $51.8 billion in additional hurricane relief yesterday, raising Katrina's cost to the federal government to $62.3 billion so far, easily a record for domestic disaster relief."
Reuters AlertNet - VIEWPOINT: Katrina doesn’t compare to the tsunami
Reuters AlertNet - VIEWPOINT: Katrina doesn’t compare to the tsunami: "VIEWPOINT: Katrina doesn’t compare to the tsunami
02 Sep 2005
Source: AlertNet
Perspective is essential in assessing these two very different disasters, warns commentator and consultant Nick Cater.
'This is our tsunami' was one official's comment after Hurricane Katrina swept into the United States and left hundreds – possibly thousands -- dead.
Whatever the comment's intent, it suggests an unfounded comparison that recalls the harsh journalistic maxim that the news value of one death on your doorstep is the equivalent of thousands in a distant land. This latest disaster may be a tragedy costly in lives and dollars, but the tsunami was far, far worse in human terms."
02 Sep 2005
Source: AlertNet
Perspective is essential in assessing these two very different disasters, warns commentator and consultant Nick Cater.
'This is our tsunami' was one official's comment after Hurricane Katrina swept into the United States and left hundreds – possibly thousands -- dead.
Whatever the comment's intent, it suggests an unfounded comparison that recalls the harsh journalistic maxim that the news value of one death on your doorstep is the equivalent of thousands in a distant land. This latest disaster may be a tragedy costly in lives and dollars, but the tsunami was far, far worse in human terms."
Wednesday, September 07, 2005
Foundation for the Mid South and Entergy Establish Funds to Benefit the Victims of Hurricane Katrina
Foundation for the Mid South and Entergy Establish Funds to Benefit the Victims of Hurricane Katrina: "Foundation for the Mid South and Entergy Establish Funds to Benefit the Victims of Hurricane Katrina
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7 September 2005, 12:43pm ET
JACKSON, Miss., Sept. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Foundation for the Mid South recently received $1 million from Entergy Corporation (NYSE:ETR) to establish a fund that will benefit its customers and employees who were impacted by Hurricane Katrina. The Power of Hope Fund will be used to help disaster victims rebuild their lives in the aftermath of the storm. Entergy, which serves Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Texas, launched the fund last week and has already received support from contributors such as Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; and TXU Corporation. Currently, the fund total stands at more than $1.5 million and is growing quickly."
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7 September 2005, 12:43pm ET
JACKSON, Miss., Sept. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Foundation for the Mid South recently received $1 million from Entergy Corporation (NYSE:ETR) to establish a fund that will benefit its customers and employees who were impacted by Hurricane Katrina. The Power of Hope Fund will be used to help disaster victims rebuild their lives in the aftermath of the storm. Entergy, which serves Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Texas, launched the fund last week and has already received support from contributors such as Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; and TXU Corporation. Currently, the fund total stands at more than $1.5 million and is growing quickly."
Wired News Market Update-Evacuees Sheltered in All Manner of Places
Wired News Market Update: "Evacuees Sheltered in All Manner of Places
AP Online, Wednesday, September 07, 2005 at 15:12
By NOREEN GILLESPIE Associated Press Writer
The Albuquerque Convention Center has hosted the National Congress of Computational Mechanics, the New Mexico Dental Association _ and now, Bernell Haney.
Haney used to live in New Orleans. For now, he's among about 50 refugees housed amid the center's 600,000 square feet of meeting rooms and exhibition halls, a shelter that had been readied for as many as 1,000 evacuees."
AP Online, Wednesday, September 07, 2005 at 15:12
By NOREEN GILLESPIE Associated Press Writer
The Albuquerque Convention Center has hosted the National Congress of Computational Mechanics, the New Mexico Dental Association _ and now, Bernell Haney.
Haney used to live in New Orleans. For now, he's among about 50 refugees housed amid the center's 600,000 square feet of meeting rooms and exhibition halls, a shelter that had been readied for as many as 1,000 evacuees."
The Charles Schwab Foundation Pledges $1 Million for U.S. Disaster Relief
The Charles Schwab Foundation Pledges $1 Million for U.S. Disaster Relief: "The Charles Schwab Foundation Pledges $1 Million for U.S. Disaster Relief
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7 September 2005, 11:44am ET
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Charles Schwab Foundation is donating $500,000 to the American National Red Cross and $500,000 to Habitat for Humanity for relief, recovery and rebuilding efforts in Louisiana and Mississippi in the wake of Hurricane Katrina."
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7 September 2005, 11:44am ET
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Charles Schwab Foundation is donating $500,000 to the American National Red Cross and $500,000 to Habitat for Humanity for relief, recovery and rebuilding efforts in Louisiana and Mississippi in the wake of Hurricane Katrina."
Main Page - Recovery 2.0
Main Page - Recovery 2.0: "Goals
Our goal is to be ready for the next disaster so people can better use the internet — via any device — to better:
1. share information,
2. report and act on calls for help,
3. coordinate relief,
4. connect the missing,"
Our goal is to be ready for the next disaster so people can better use the internet — via any device — to better:
1. share information,
2. report and act on calls for help,
3. coordinate relief,
4. connect the missing,"
CANOE Money: Personal Finance
CANOE Money: Personal Finance: "Press Releases
OTTAWA, Sept. 7
Protus works with American Red Cross to support Katrina relief efforts
OTTAWA, Sept. 7 /CNW/ - Protus IP Solutions today announced support for the relief efforts of Hurricane Katrina by providing the American Red Cross with free access to all voice, email and fax broadcast messaging services to aid in the disaster recovery operation of those regions most impacted by the hurricane destruction.
In addition to the American Red Cross, Protus is further extending free voice, email and fax messaging services to all other relief agencies assisting in the recovery operation of Hurricane Katrina."
OTTAWA, Sept. 7
Protus works with American Red Cross to support Katrina relief efforts
OTTAWA, Sept. 7 /CNW/ - Protus IP Solutions today announced support for the relief efforts of Hurricane Katrina by providing the American Red Cross with free access to all voice, email and fax broadcast messaging services to aid in the disaster recovery operation of those regions most impacted by the hurricane destruction.
In addition to the American Red Cross, Protus is further extending free voice, email and fax messaging services to all other relief agencies assisting in the recovery operation of Hurricane Katrina."
WebWire | "Red Cross Radio" Launches On Xm Satellite Radio To Help And Inform Red Cross Workers, Hurricane Victims
WebWire | "Red Cross Radio" Launches On Xm Satellite Radio To Help And Inform Red Cross Workers, Hurricane Victims: "Red Cross Radio' Launches On Xm Satellite Radio To Help And Inform Red Cross Workers, Hurricane Victims
XM Satellite Radio
9/7/2005 10:41:44 AM
American Red Cross and XM join forces to produce national radio channel to communicate with Red Cross workers and assist Hurricane Katrina victims
Washington D.C., September 07, 2005 -- The American Red Cross and XM Satellite Radio have joined forces to launch Red Cross Radio, a 24-hour, nationwide XM channel to provide help and information for Hurricane Katrina victims, Red Cross staff and volunteers along the Gulf Coast, and other Red Cross workers across the country.
The newly-created Red Cross Radio (XM Channel 248) is broadcasting on XM Satellite Radio from coast to coast. It can be heard on all XM radios for the car, home, and portable use. XM is donating radios to the Red Cross for relief workers and aid stations."
XM Satellite Radio
9/7/2005 10:41:44 AM
American Red Cross and XM join forces to produce national radio channel to communicate with Red Cross workers and assist Hurricane Katrina victims
Washington D.C., September 07, 2005 -- The American Red Cross and XM Satellite Radio have joined forces to launch Red Cross Radio, a 24-hour, nationwide XM channel to provide help and information for Hurricane Katrina victims, Red Cross staff and volunteers along the Gulf Coast, and other Red Cross workers across the country.
The newly-created Red Cross Radio (XM Channel 248) is broadcasting on XM Satellite Radio from coast to coast. It can be heard on all XM radios for the car, home, and portable use. XM is donating radios to the Red Cross for relief workers and aid stations."
FMQB: Radio Industry News, Music Industry Updates, Arbitron Ratings, Music News and more!
FMQB: Radio Industry News, Music Industry Updates, Arbitron Ratings, Music News and more!: "he NAB has announced the launch of a special Web site, www.BroadcastUnity.org, which will provide a resource for broadcasters to help with their Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. BroadcastUnity.org will serve as a central repository for PSAs, BroadcastUnity Day information, resources, charities and stories about what broadcasters are doing around the country to aid in relief efforts.
'As the association that represents America's local radio and television stations, we felt it was imperative that we provide a timely, easy-to-access resource to our stations,' said NAB President and CEO Edward Fritts. 'We encourage all broadcasters to check the site frequently for updated information, and to gather ideas from other broadcasters on what can be done for victims of this natural disaster.'"
'As the association that represents America's local radio and television stations, we felt it was imperative that we provide a timely, easy-to-access resource to our stations,' said NAB President and CEO Edward Fritts. 'We encourage all broadcasters to check the site frequently for updated information, and to gather ideas from other broadcasters on what can be done for victims of this natural disaster.'"
Katrina relief efforts expand across the nation - American City Business Journals - MSNBC.com
Katrina relief efforts expand across the nation - American City Business Journals - MSNBC.com: "Katrina relief efforts expand across the nation
Companies, foundations, agencies pitch in to help victims
Related Stories
By Kent Bernhard Jr.
bizjournals.com
Updated: 4:07 p.m. ET Sept. 7, 2005
As the unprecedented scope of Hurricane Katrina's devastation becomes more apparent every day, companies, foundations and agencies from around the country are rolling out relief efforts large and small."
Companies, foundations, agencies pitch in to help victims
Related Stories
By Kent Bernhard Jr.
bizjournals.com
Updated: 4:07 p.m. ET Sept. 7, 2005
As the unprecedented scope of Hurricane Katrina's devastation becomes more apparent every day, companies, foundations and agencies from around the country are rolling out relief efforts large and small."
The Globe and Mail: Washington slow to accept aid offers
The Globe and Mail: Washington slow to accept aid offers: "ydney, Australia — Many of the nations offering aid to the United States after hurricane Katrina – including India, South Korea, Japan and Germany – said Wednesday that they are still waiting to hear back from Washington on whether their donations had been accepted.
India, which regularly suffers flooding unleashed by monsoon rains, has a planeload of supplies waiting but nowhere to send it."
India, which regularly suffers flooding unleashed by monsoon rains, has a planeload of supplies waiting but nowhere to send it."
Map showing status of Katrina-affected Post Offices.
Map showing status of Katrina-affected Post Offices.: "Map showing status of Katrina-affected Post Offices."
ResourceShelf
ResourceShelf: "Resources, Reports, Tools, Lists, and Full Text Documents
New Orleans--Maps
Hurricane Katrina--Imagery
Source: Greater New Orleans Community Data Center
Maps/Census Data of New Orleans
'New Orleans has 73 official neighborhoods. For all these neighborhoods, this site contains easy-to-use Census 2000 data--this includes households without cars, poverty, age of housing stock, and other demographics relevant to the impact of Hurricane Katrina. This site also publishes historical snapshots of each of these neighborhoods."
New Orleans--Maps
Hurricane Katrina--Imagery
Source: Greater New Orleans Community Data Center
Maps/Census Data of New Orleans
'New Orleans has 73 official neighborhoods. For all these neighborhoods, this site contains easy-to-use Census 2000 data--this includes households without cars, poverty, age of housing stock, and other demographics relevant to the impact of Hurricane Katrina. This site also publishes historical snapshots of each of these neighborhoods."
Efforts in mid-Mo. to be coordinated - Columbia Missourian
Efforts in mid-Mo. to be coordinated - Columbia Missourian: "Efforts in mid-Mo. to be coordinated
A coordinated service center has been proposed to provide relief to evacuees.
By STEPHEN NELLIS
September 7, 2005
Volunteers at the Dream Center shelter in Los Angeles welcome refugees from New Orleans. Some evacuees aren’t planning on returning to the city.
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Boone County wants to help.
The Boone County Chapter of the Red Cross and the Salvation Army have helped 92 evacuees come to their shelters. Boone County Realtors are offering nearly 50 properties for free or at sharply reduced rates to help with long-term housing. The Columbia/Boone County Health Department is providing medical attention, and the Central Missouri Food Bank is collecting food."
A coordinated service center has been proposed to provide relief to evacuees.
By STEPHEN NELLIS
September 7, 2005
Volunteers at the Dream Center shelter in Los Angeles welcome refugees from New Orleans. Some evacuees aren’t planning on returning to the city.
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Boone County wants to help.
The Boone County Chapter of the Red Cross and the Salvation Army have helped 92 evacuees come to their shelters. Boone County Realtors are offering nearly 50 properties for free or at sharply reduced rates to help with long-term housing. The Columbia/Boone County Health Department is providing medical attention, and the Central Missouri Food Bank is collecting food."
Albania Pledges Assistance for Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts (SETimes.com)
Albania Pledges Assistance for Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts (SETimes.com): "Albania Pledges Assistance for Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
07/09/2005
Albania's new government, led by Sali Berisha, has joined the list of nations around the world that have offered assistance to the United States in the wake of Hurricane Katrina."
07/09/2005
Albania's new government, led by Sali Berisha, has joined the list of nations around the world that have offered assistance to the United States in the wake of Hurricane Katrina."
AP Wire | 09/07/2005 | Nations await answer to Katrina aid offers
AP Wire | 09/07/2005 | Nations await answer to Katrina aid offers: "Nations await answer to Katrina aid offers
KARL RITTER
Associated Press
STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Some of the nations offering aid to the United States after Hurricane Katrina are reporting delays in getting a green light to send help. But a senior State Department official said Washington was evaluating its needs and had not rejected those donations."
KARL RITTER
Associated Press
STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Some of the nations offering aid to the United States after Hurricane Katrina are reporting delays in getting a green light to send help. But a senior State Department official said Washington was evaluating its needs and had not rejected those donations."
PIB Press Release-INDIAN AIR FORCE TO CARRY RELIEF SUPPLIES FOR HURRICANE AFFECTED PARTS OF USA
PIB Press Release: "INDIAN AIR FORCE TO CARRY RELIEF SUPPLIES FOR HURRICANE AFFECTED PARTS OF USA
17:1 IST
An IL-76 aircraft of Indian Air Force would be carrying relief supplies to New Orleans, USA which has been badly affected by the Hurricane Katriana.
"
17:1 IST
An IL-76 aircraft of Indian Air Force would be carrying relief supplies to New Orleans, USA which has been badly affected by the Hurricane Katriana.
"
Newsday.com: Yankees present $1 million check to Salvation Army
Newsday.com: Yankees present $1 million check to Salvation Army: "Yankees present $1 million check to Salvation Army
September 7, 2005, 1:31 AM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) _ The Yankees presented a check for $1 million to the Salvation Army for its Hurricane Katrina relief effort before the start of Tuesday night's game against Tampa Bay.
Yankees outfielder Matt Lawton, whose parents' home in Mississippi was destroyed, took part in the presentation. Lawton's own home in Gulfport, Miss., also sustained heavy damage, and eight family members were displaced by the hurricane. "
September 7, 2005, 1:31 AM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) _ The Yankees presented a check for $1 million to the Salvation Army for its Hurricane Katrina relief effort before the start of Tuesday night's game against Tampa Bay.
Yankees outfielder Matt Lawton, whose parents' home in Mississippi was destroyed, took part in the presentation. Lawton's own home in Gulfport, Miss., also sustained heavy damage, and eight family members were displaced by the hurricane. "
Bush rallies faith-based groups, charities for aid - The Boston Globe
Bush rallies faith-based groups, charities for aid - The Boston Globe: "ush rallies faith-based groups, charities for aid
Private sector role debated
By Susan Milligan, Globe Staff | September 7, 2005
WASHINGTON -- Seeking to take command of a crisis that has drained his political capital and severely damaged his presidency, President Bush is using the Hurricane Katrina disaster as a demonstration of one of his core beliefs about government: private charities and faith-based groups can deliver some types of aid better than a big federal program."
Private sector role debated
By Susan Milligan, Globe Staff | September 7, 2005
WASHINGTON -- Seeking to take command of a crisis that has drained his political capital and severely damaged his presidency, President Bush is using the Hurricane Katrina disaster as a demonstration of one of his core beliefs about government: private charities and faith-based groups can deliver some types of aid better than a big federal program."
Blogs Provide Storm Evacuees With Neighborhood-Specific News
Blogs Provide Storm Evacuees With Neighborhood-Specific News: "Blogs Provide Storm Evacuees With Neighborhood-Specific News
By Yuki Noguchi
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 7, 2005; Page D04
As the world's news media show the big picture of the devastation left by Hurricane Katrina, some Web sites are finding ways to provide specific information to those hungry for details about their homes and local landmarks.
Brian Oberkirch's Web log ( http://slidell.weblogswork.com ) has become such an outlet, filled with dispatches and photos from people who ventured back into Slidell, a community four miles from the Louisiana coast he and thousands of others evacuated before Katrina blew through."
By Yuki Noguchi
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 7, 2005; Page D04
As the world's news media show the big picture of the devastation left by Hurricane Katrina, some Web sites are finding ways to provide specific information to those hungry for details about their homes and local landmarks.
Brian Oberkirch's Web log ( http://slidell.weblogswork.com ) has become such an outlet, filled with dispatches and photos from people who ventured back into Slidell, a community four miles from the Louisiana coast he and thousands of others evacuated before Katrina blew through."
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17
PRESS RELEASE
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17: "Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17
Wednesday September 7, 9:30 am ET
Katrina Disaster Builds Interest in Observing Fourth Anniversary of 9/11 as a Day of Service
Radio PSAs featuring Gary Sinise Begin Airing Today on XM Satellite Radio
NEW YORK, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City firefighters will travel to Illinois to help rebuild a small town devastated last year by a deadly tornado. Anchorage students will volunteer to help at a their local senior center. Nine teams of middle school students in Long Beach, NY will each choose their own way to give back -"
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17: "Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17
Wednesday September 7, 9:30 am ET
Katrina Disaster Builds Interest in Observing Fourth Anniversary of 9/11 as a Day of Service
Radio PSAs featuring Gary Sinise Begin Airing Today on XM Satellite Radio
NEW YORK, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City firefighters will travel to Illinois to help rebuild a small town devastated last year by a deadly tornado. Anchorage students will volunteer to help at a their local senior center. Nine teams of middle school students in Long Beach, NY will each choose their own way to give back -"
Hundreds of Storm Survivors Arrive in Capital
Hundreds of Storm Survivors Arrive in Capital: "Hundreds of Storm Survivors Arrive in Capital
By Theola S. Labbe and Lori Montgomery
Washington Post Staff Writers
Wednesday, September 7, 2005; Page A01
He was the first person to step inside the D.C. Armory yesterday, the tall elderly man who carried all his belongings in a plastic grocery bag and walked with a slight limp. Behind him was a woman in a plaid dress who pushed a walker, a girl with a pink barrette in her hair and a small boy in a lime-green T-shirt who was scooped up into a hug by a D.C. official."
By Theola S. Labbe and Lori Montgomery
Washington Post Staff Writers
Wednesday, September 7, 2005; Page A01
He was the first person to step inside the D.C. Armory yesterday, the tall elderly man who carried all his belongings in a plastic grocery bag and walked with a slight limp. Behind him was a woman in a plaid dress who pushed a walker, a girl with a pink barrette in her hair and a small boy in a lime-green T-shirt who was scooped up into a hug by a D.C. official."
Wine Spectator Online | Feature Teaser | Wine Industry Supports Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
Wine Spectator Online | Feature Teaser | Wine Industry Supports Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts: "Wine Industry Supports Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
Wineries, importers, distributors and restaurants are raising money for aid organizations and rebuilding projects
By Eric Arnold
Posted: Tuesday, September 06, 2005
With government and Red Cross support now flowing into New Orleans as the floodwaters trickle out, the U.S. wine and restaurant industries are beginning to lend a helping hand to the areas of Louisiana....."
Wineries, importers, distributors and restaurants are raising money for aid organizations and rebuilding projects
By Eric Arnold
Posted: Tuesday, September 06, 2005
With government and Red Cross support now flowing into New Orleans as the floodwaters trickle out, the U.S. wine and restaurant industries are beginning to lend a helping hand to the areas of Louisiana....."
Lycos - Search Katrina Missing Persons Sites
Lycos - Search Katrina Missing Persons Sites: "SEARCH KATRINA MISSING PERSONS SITES Home | Add Site
LOCATE MISSING FRIENDS AND FAMILY
Hurricane Katrina has caused widespread destruction throughout the Gulf Coast, especially in New Orleans. As the flood waters begin to ebb, the region faces the challenges of rebuilding from this disaster and reuniting with loved ones.
Numerous sites are posting information about survivors and missing persons. In an attempt to help, Lycos will search these sites for information about victims of Hurricane Katrina.
You can search for people by name that you know were impacted by Katrina."
LOCATE MISSING FRIENDS AND FAMILY
Hurricane Katrina has caused widespread destruction throughout the Gulf Coast, especially in New Orleans. As the flood waters begin to ebb, the region faces the challenges of rebuilding from this disaster and reuniting with loved ones.
Numerous sites are posting information about survivors and missing persons. In an attempt to help, Lycos will search these sites for information about victims of Hurricane Katrina.
You can search for people by name that you know were impacted by Katrina."
FDIC: Hurricane Katrina - Information for Consumers and Bankers in the Affected Areas.
FDIC: Hurricane Katrina - Information for Consumers and Bankers in the Affected Areas.: "Hurricane Katrina - Information for Consumers and Bankers in the Affected Areas
What's New
9/6/05: Fed and FHLB contact numbers
9/6/05: Updated information on benefits payments
9/6/05: Credit Union operating status - PDF 56k (PDF Help)
9/6/05: OTS link added
The FDIC is working cooperatively with all of the state and federal banking agencies and other organizations to determine the status of the financial institutions located in the affected areas. In an effort to provide information to those affected by Hurricane Katrina, we are developing information and providing links to answer your questions about your banks.
The Web site will be updated frequently as information is made available."
What's New
9/6/05: Fed and FHLB contact numbers
9/6/05: Updated information on benefits payments
9/6/05: Credit Union operating status - PDF 56k (PDF Help)
9/6/05: OTS link added
The FDIC is working cooperatively with all of the state and federal banking agencies and other organizations to determine the status of the financial institutions located in the affected areas. In an effort to provide information to those affected by Hurricane Katrina, we are developing information and providing links to answer your questions about your banks.
The Web site will be updated frequently as information is made available."
Why New Orleans Cell Phones Aren't Working - You might want to change your number. By Daniel Engber
Why New Orleans Cell Phones Aren't Working - You might want to change your number. By Daniel Engber: "Why New Orleans Cell Phones Aren't Working
You might want to change your number.
By Daniel Engber
Posted Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2005, at 3:47 PM PT
Adding to residents' woes is a lack of cell service
Cellular service disruptions along the Gulf Coast have made communication even more difficult for the million people who lost their landlines to Hurricane Katrina. Mobiles are unusable in many of the flooded areas. And some New Orleans residents who got out of the city have reported problems using their cell phones, even in regions that Katrina left unscathed. Why have cell phones been so affected by the flood?"
You might want to change your number.
By Daniel Engber
Posted Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2005, at 3:47 PM PT
Adding to residents' woes is a lack of cell service
Cellular service disruptions along the Gulf Coast have made communication even more difficult for the million people who lost their landlines to Hurricane Katrina. Mobiles are unusable in many of the flooded areas. And some New Orleans residents who got out of the city have reported problems using their cell phones, even in regions that Katrina left unscathed. Why have cell phones been so affected by the flood?"
Center for Nonprofit Advancement-"Supporting, Volunteering, and Responding to the Hurricane Recovery Effort: What Can Nonprofits Do?
Center for Nonprofit Advancement: "Supporting, Volunteering, and Responding to the Hurricane Recovery Effort: What Can Nonprofits Do?
Below are some key message points that have emerged as the consensus in the nonprofit community about donations and volunteers, some steps we can take to help in the Gulf Coast's relief and recovery effort, and notes about preparedness in the Washington region. These were developed through the work of The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington. We appreciate the opportunity to be able to share them with you here"
Below are some key message points that have emerged as the consensus in the nonprofit community about donations and volunteers, some steps we can take to help in the Gulf Coast's relief and recovery effort, and notes about preparedness in the Washington region. These were developed through the work of The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington. We appreciate the opportunity to be able to share them with you here"
News-Record.com - Greensboro, North Carolina: News: Greensboro Web site to help with Katrina relief efforts
News-Record.com - Greensboro, North Carolina: News: Greensboro Web site to help with Katrina relief efforts: "Greensboro Web site to help with Katrina relief efforts
GREENSBORO - Triad groups including businesses have created a centralized Web portal to help incoming evacuees from the Gulf Coast.
NCDisasterAid.org will feature up-to-date information about how citizens can help in the relief effort, according to a press release."
GREENSBORO - Triad groups including businesses have created a centralized Web portal to help incoming evacuees from the Gulf Coast.
NCDisasterAid.org will feature up-to-date information about how citizens can help in the relief effort, according to a press release."
CBC Arts: Celebrity donations and initiatives on behalf of hurricane victims
CBC Arts: Celebrity donations and initiatives on behalf of hurricane victims: "Celebrity donations and initiatives on behalf of hurricane victims
Last Updated Mon, 05 Sep 2005 16:37:52 EDT
CBC Arts
Some of the donations and entertainment industry-related initiatives to raise money on behalf of the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Best-selling writer John Grisham and his wife have contributed $5 million US.
'In these very, very rare circumstances -- this tragic time -- we hope the gift will get some attention and inspire other people to contribute money and help our fellow Mississippians on the Gulf Coast,' said Grisham, who maintains a home in Oxford, Miss."
Last Updated Mon, 05 Sep 2005 16:37:52 EDT
CBC Arts
Some of the donations and entertainment industry-related initiatives to raise money on behalf of the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Best-selling writer John Grisham and his wife have contributed $5 million US.
'In these very, very rare circumstances -- this tragic time -- we hope the gift will get some attention and inspire other people to contribute money and help our fellow Mississippians on the Gulf Coast,' said Grisham, who maintains a home in Oxford, Miss."
OpinionJournal - Featured Article-Back to Business
OpinionJournal - Featured Article:
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"Meanwhile, prospects for eliminating or slashing the federal estate tax, or death tax, took a hit when Majority Leader Bill Frist postponed a vote so the Senate can concentrate on Katrina-related legislation. But the estate tax remains a ripe target. At the end of September, Mr. Bush's tax commission will recommend a tax reform plan that will allow him to embrace--or at least to elevate--the tax issue, always a winner for Republicans. And his proposal to bring immigrants to the United States as 'guest workers' looks to win passage as part of a broader bill to curb illegal immigration."
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"Meanwhile, prospects for eliminating or slashing the federal estate tax, or death tax, took a hit when Majority Leader Bill Frist postponed a vote so the Senate can concentrate on Katrina-related legislation. But the estate tax remains a ripe target. At the end of September, Mr. Bush's tax commission will recommend a tax reform plan that will allow him to embrace--or at least to elevate--the tax issue, always a winner for Republicans. And his proposal to bring immigrants to the United States as 'guest workers' looks to win passage as part of a broader bill to curb illegal immigration."
Bush and Congress Announce Inquiries on Federal Response - New York Times
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Bush and Congress Announce Inquiries on Federal Response - New York Times: "Bush and Congress Announce Inquiries on Federal Response
By DAVID STOUT
Published: September 6, 2005
WASHINGTON, Sept. 6 - President Bush and Congressional leaders vowed today to find out what went wrong in the federal response to Hurricane Katrina, with Mr. Bush declaring that 'bureaucracy's not going to stand in the way of getting the job done for the people.' And as Congress reconvened, there were predictions that federal spending on relief would be astronomical.
Bush and Congress Announce Inquiries on Federal Response - New York Times: "Bush and Congress Announce Inquiries on Federal Response
By DAVID STOUT
Published: September 6, 2005
WASHINGTON, Sept. 6 - President Bush and Congressional leaders vowed today to find out what went wrong in the federal response to Hurricane Katrina, with Mr. Bush declaring that 'bureaucracy's not going to stand in the way of getting the job done for the people.' And as Congress reconvened, there were predictions that federal spending on relief would be astronomical.
Navasota Examiner-Group urges caution to relief donors
Navasota Examiner: "Group urges caution to relief donors
The Association of Fundraising Professionals on Friday warned the general public about fundraising scams involving relief efforts for Hurricane Katrina and urged donors to exercise caution when giving any kind of relief effort. 'AFP strongly encourages individuals to give as much as they can to Hurricane Katrina recovery and relief efforts,' said AFP President and CEO Paulette V. Maehara.
Said Maehara, 'We've seen on the news that tragedy has brought out the best in many people but unfortunately also the worst in a few individuals. I wouldn't be surprised to see some unscrupulous individuals try to take advantage of the generosity of others for their own profit,' Here are some of her suggestions:"
The Association of Fundraising Professionals on Friday warned the general public about fundraising scams involving relief efforts for Hurricane Katrina and urged donors to exercise caution when giving any kind of relief effort. 'AFP strongly encourages individuals to give as much as they can to Hurricane Katrina recovery and relief efforts,' said AFP President and CEO Paulette V. Maehara.
Said Maehara, 'We've seen on the news that tragedy has brought out the best in many people but unfortunately also the worst in a few individuals. I wouldn't be surprised to see some unscrupulous individuals try to take advantage of the generosity of others for their own profit,' Here are some of her suggestions:"
Michael Jackson putting together a charity single for Katrina relief
Michael Jackson putting together a charity single for Katrina relief: "putting together a charity single for Katrina relief
Sep 7, 2005, 7:46 GMT
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MANAMA, Bahrain (UPI) -- Pop star Michael Jackson is putting together a charity single called 'From the Bottom of My Heart' to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina."
Sep 7, 2005, 7:46 GMT
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MANAMA, Bahrain (UPI) -- Pop star Michael Jackson is putting together a charity single called 'From the Bottom of My Heart' to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina."
BBC NEWS | Technology | Storm help flows from 3D worlds
BBC NEWS | Technology | Storm help flows from 3D worlds: "he momentum within online gaming communities to organise help and donations for the Hurricane Katrina relief effort is gathering pace.
Virtual worlds Second Life and There are using their community and technology to let players donate funds from within the games.
In Second Life, a virtual memorial has been created, where residents have been donating and placing virtual candles.
The companies behind There have also pledged to match gamers' contributions."
Virtual worlds Second Life and There are using their community and technology to let players donate funds from within the games.
In Second Life, a virtual memorial has been created, where residents have been donating and placing virtual candles.
The companies behind There have also pledged to match gamers' contributions."
Channelnewsasia.com-RSAF Chinooks fly 61 sorties in US hurricane relief effort
Channelnewsasia.com: "RSAF Chinooks fly 61 sorties in US hurricane relief effort
By Dominique Loh, Channel NewsAsia
The four RSAF Chinooks in Louisiana have flown 61 sorties since its deployment in early September to help coastal areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
The relief effort included transporting hundreds of evacuees from flooded areas to safety.
The Singapore helicopters have also carried a total of 40 tonnes of humanitarian aid, cargo and supplies so far. "
By Dominique Loh, Channel NewsAsia
The four RSAF Chinooks in Louisiana have flown 61 sorties since its deployment in early September to help coastal areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
The relief effort included transporting hundreds of evacuees from flooded areas to safety.
The Singapore helicopters have also carried a total of 40 tonnes of humanitarian aid, cargo and supplies so far. "
The Times Record News
The Times Record News: "Mainers respond with help
Christopher_Cousins@TimesRecord.Com
09/06/2005
BATH — A city under water.
Hundreds of thousands of victims.
Dehydration, disease, despair, death.
How can you help the victims of Hurricane Katrina endure what will be a months-long recovery process? There are numerous charity efforts under way in the Mid-coast area, making it easy to play a role in what will be one of the largest humanitarian efforts ever undertaken on U.S. soil. "
Christopher_Cousins@TimesRecord.Com
09/06/2005
BATH — A city under water.
Hundreds of thousands of victims.
Dehydration, disease, despair, death.
How can you help the victims of Hurricane Katrina endure what will be a months-long recovery process? There are numerous charity efforts under way in the Mid-coast area, making it easy to play a role in what will be one of the largest humanitarian efforts ever undertaken on U.S. soil. "
IRS Expedites Charity Applications, Urges Use of Existing Charities
IRS Expedites Charity Applications, Urges Use of Existing Charities: "IRS Expedites Charity Applications, Urges Use of Existing Charities
Sept. 7, 2005 (SmartPros) -- The Internal Revenue Service will provide an expedited review and approval process for new organizations seeking tax-exempt status in order to provide relief for victims of Hurricane Katrina.
However, the agency encourages people to use existing organizations currently working on immediate aid efforts.
New organizations should apply for tax-exempt status by filing IRS Form 1023, available at http://www.irs.gov/, and write at the top of the form 'Disaster Relief, Hurricane Katrina.' The IRS will give such applications expedited attention to ensure they meet legal requirements."
Sept. 7, 2005 (SmartPros) -- The Internal Revenue Service will provide an expedited review and approval process for new organizations seeking tax-exempt status in order to provide relief for victims of Hurricane Katrina.
However, the agency encourages people to use existing organizations currently working on immediate aid efforts.
New organizations should apply for tax-exempt status by filing IRS Form 1023, available at http://www.irs.gov/, and write at the top of the form 'Disaster Relief, Hurricane Katrina.' The IRS will give such applications expedited attention to ensure they meet legal requirements."
USATODAY.com - A foreign aid twist: U.S. gets, others give
EDITORIAL/OPINION
USATODAY.com - A foreign aid twist: U.S. gets, others give: "A foreign aid twist: U.S. gets, others give
World reaction to Hurricane Katrina has been like viewing the USA through a Hall of Mirrors. To believe some commentary in countries from Europe to Asia to the Middle East, the world's wealthy superpower has, in Katrina's wake, been exposed as a vulnerable supermonster."
USATODAY.com - A foreign aid twist: U.S. gets, others give: "A foreign aid twist: U.S. gets, others give
World reaction to Hurricane Katrina has been like viewing the USA through a Hall of Mirrors. To believe some commentary in countries from Europe to Asia to the Middle East, the world's wealthy superpower has, in Katrina's wake, been exposed as a vulnerable supermonster."
Frank '42 gives $5 million for U.'s hurricane relief efforts - Brown Daily Herald - Campus News
Frank '42 gives $5 million for U.'s hurricane relief efforts - Brown Daily Herald - Campus News: "Frank '42 gives $5 million for U.'s hurricane relief efforts
3 students from hurricane region unaccounted for
By Eric Beck
Liquor magnate Sidney Frank '42 - already the largest donor in Brown's history - will give the University $5 million to support its Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, President Ruth Simmons announced at Opening Convocation Tuesday.
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3 students from hurricane region unaccounted for
By Eric Beck
Liquor magnate Sidney Frank '42 - already the largest donor in Brown's history - will give the University $5 million to support its Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, President Ruth Simmons announced at Opening Convocation Tuesday.
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From Businesses, a Flood of Aid
From Businesses, a Flood of Aid: "From Businesses, a Flood of Aid
American companies are on track to outstrip their 9/11 and tsunami donations in contributions to the post-hurricane relief effort
American companies are on track to outstrip their 9/11 and tsunami donations in contributions to the post-hurricane relief effort
OpinionJournal - The Real World-Flooded but Unbowed
OpinionJournal - The Real World: "Flooded but Unbowed
America isn't immune to natural disasters, but that doesn't diminish its greatness.
BY CLAUDIA ROSETT
Wednesday, September 7, 2005 12:01 a.m. EDT
It feels like months. But for just over a week Americans have been staring into the nightmare of New Orleans and asking each other what it means. It means we were unprepared. It means recriminations, it means a chance for Democrats and Republicans to wrangle, for TV talk show hosts, and eventually congressional hearings and a presidential probe, to explore every wrong move that led to the breached levees, the floundering FEMA, and the maddening three days in which armed thugs roamed the streets of the drowning city. It means thousands are feared dead.
There will be questions about every life lost, and how these people might have been saved. That is how a democracy responds to a storm so ferocious that it destroyed entire towns and submerged a city."
America isn't immune to natural disasters, but that doesn't diminish its greatness.
BY CLAUDIA ROSETT
Wednesday, September 7, 2005 12:01 a.m. EDT
It feels like months. But for just over a week Americans have been staring into the nightmare of New Orleans and asking each other what it means. It means we were unprepared. It means recriminations, it means a chance for Democrats and Republicans to wrangle, for TV talk show hosts, and eventually congressional hearings and a presidential probe, to explore every wrong move that led to the breached levees, the floundering FEMA, and the maddening three days in which armed thugs roamed the streets of the drowning city. It means thousands are feared dead.
There will be questions about every life lost, and how these people might have been saved. That is how a democracy responds to a storm so ferocious that it destroyed entire towns and submerged a city."
American Institute of Philanthropy - Charity Watchdog Helping Donors Make Informed Giving Decisions
American Institute of Philanthropy - Charity Watchdog Helping Donors Make Informed Giving Decisions: "The American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP) is a nationally prominent charity watchdog service whose purpose is to help donors make informed giving decisions.
ABC 7 News - Americans Race to Give to Charities
ABC 7 News - Americans Race to Give to Charities: "Americans Race to Give to Charities
RSS Feeds From ABC 7 Tuesday September 06, 2005 7:03pm
NEW YORK (AP) - Within a week after news and images of the chaos left by Hurricane Katrina were broadcast, Americans donated over half a billion dollars to charities aiding victims of the flood.The speed of the money raised has outpaced the rate of donations offered to victims of the 2001 terror attacks and could hit $1 billion, according Stacy Palmer, editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a publication that tracks nonprofit organizations.
'It is unprecedented in scale and speed,' Palmer said."
RSS Feeds From ABC 7 Tuesday September 06, 2005 7:03pm
NEW YORK (AP) - Within a week after news and images of the chaos left by Hurricane Katrina were broadcast, Americans donated over half a billion dollars to charities aiding victims of the flood.The speed of the money raised has outpaced the rate of donations offered to victims of the 2001 terror attacks and could hit $1 billion, according Stacy Palmer, editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a publication that tracks nonprofit organizations.
'It is unprecedented in scale and speed,' Palmer said."
Locate your relatives
Locate your relatives: "Family News Network of the International Committee of the Red Cross
Hurricane Katrina
Locate your relatives"
Hurricane Katrina
Locate your relatives"
Helping Young Children After a Disaster, Information for Families: National Association for the Education of Young Children
Helping Young Children After a Disaster, Information for Families: National Association for the Education of Young Children: "Helping Young Children After a Disaster
As we watch continuing coverage of Hurricane Katrina and the related flooding, it is important to remember that young children may be especially affected by disasters. Families and others who care for young children need to provide comfort, reassurance, and stability.
The most important thing families and other adults can do is make sure children aren't over-exposed to media coverage of the disaster. More than any other action, avoiding media coverage will protect children from confusing and disturbing images. "
As we watch continuing coverage of Hurricane Katrina and the related flooding, it is important to remember that young children may be especially affected by disasters. Families and others who care for young children need to provide comfort, reassurance, and stability.
The most important thing families and other adults can do is make sure children aren't over-exposed to media coverage of the disaster. More than any other action, avoiding media coverage will protect children from confusing and disturbing images. "
Katrina List Network
Katrina List Network: "Welcome to Katrina People Finder
Click search to find the people you are looking for or to update an existing pers"
Click search to find the people you are looking for or to update an existing pers"
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
India pledges 5 million dollars for Katrina relief operations
India pledges 5 million dollars for Katrina relief operations
"Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has announced that India would contribute 5 million dollars to the United States Red Cross for relief and rehabilitation of the victims of the devastating hurricane Katrina."
"Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has announced that India would contribute 5 million dollars to the United States Red Cross for relief and rehabilitation of the victims of the devastating hurricane Katrina."
Afghanistan to give $100,000 for Katrina victims
Afghanistan to give $100,000 for Katrina victims:
"Afghanistan's internationally propped government has pledged to give $100,000 to help victims of Hurricane Katrina, The United States embassy said on Sunday"
"Afghanistan's internationally propped government has pledged to give $100,000 to help victims of Hurricane Katrina, The United States embassy said on Sunday"
Qatar gives 100 million dollars for US hurricane relief
Qatar gives 100 million dollars for US hurricane relief:
The Gulf emirate of Qatar announced it will donate 100 million dollars to relief efforts for the US victims of Hurricane Katrina.
The aid was granted by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani "in the name of the government and the Qatari people," the official news agency QNA said.
The Gulf emirate of Qatar announced it will donate 100 million dollars to relief efforts for the US victims of Hurricane Katrina.
The aid was granted by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani "in the name of the government and the Qatari people," the official news agency QNA said.
China Pitches In $5M For Hurricane Relief
China Pitches In $5M For Hurricane Relief:
"The Chinese Foreign Ministry says it's donating $5 million to Katrina survivors. It is also offering to send emergency workers and supplies to help with medical treatment and prevention of epidemics.
News of the donation comes at the same time that President George W. Bush said he has had to postpone a long-planned meeting with Chinese President Hu Jintao."
"The Chinese Foreign Ministry says it's donating $5 million to Katrina survivors. It is also offering to send emergency workers and supplies to help with medical treatment and prevention of epidemics.
News of the donation comes at the same time that President George W. Bush said he has had to postpone a long-planned meeting with Chinese President Hu Jintao."
Governments line up to help after Katrina
Governments line up to help after Katrina:
"Hurricane Katrina has devastated New Orleans and other parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast, killing hundreds of people and possibly thousands, and drawing pledges of support from all over the world.
The State Department said by early Friday local time, 44 nations and international organizations had offered help, ranging from medical teams and tents to cash donations."
"Hurricane Katrina has devastated New Orleans and other parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast, killing hundreds of people and possibly thousands, and drawing pledges of support from all over the world.
The State Department said by early Friday local time, 44 nations and international organizations had offered help, ranging from medical teams and tents to cash donations."
Taiwan donates $US2m for relief
Taiwan donates $US2m for relief:
"TAIWAN will donate $US2 million ($2.63m) to the US for relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina."
"TAIWAN will donate $US2 million ($2.63m) to the US for relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina."
Australia donates $10m
Australia donates $10m:
"The Australian government will donate $10 million to assist relief operations in the wake of hurricane Katrina in the United States.
Prime Minister John Howard said the money would be given to the American Red Cross and used for emergency relief carried out by the organisation."
"The Australian government will donate $10 million to assist relief operations in the wake of hurricane Katrina in the United States.
Prime Minister John Howard said the money would be given to the American Red Cross and used for emergency relief carried out by the organisation."
Customs officials send seized goods to victims
Customs officials send seized goods to victims: Initial shipments of clothing, toys, dog food go to Texas
"The Yves St. Laurent and Tommy Hilfiger labels may be phony, but the thousands of Hurricane Katrina victims getting knockoff items seized by federal customs officials probably don't mind.
"The Yves St. Laurent and Tommy Hilfiger labels may be phony, but the thousands of Hurricane Katrina victims getting knockoff items seized by federal customs officials probably don't mind.
Displaced survivors in the Houston Astrodome can choose from counterfeit and abandoned clothing, toys, and even dog food."
Hurricane Katrina: Information on Charitable Giving, Tax-Relief Issues
Hurricane Katrina: Information on Charitable Giving, Tax-Relief Issues: "Hurricane Katrina: Information on Charitable Giving, Tax-Relief Issues
The Internal Revenue Service is working to provide appropriate relief and assistance to the victims of Hurricane Katrina and information to their fellow citizens who want to help. Please check this page periodically for updates. The IRS also recommends these government Web sites:
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IRS Disaster Relief Page
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Department of Homeland Security
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FirstGov.gov, the main U.S. Government Web portal
Make Your Hurricane Relief Donations Count"
The Internal Revenue Service is working to provide appropriate relief and assistance to the victims of Hurricane Katrina and information to their fellow citizens who want to help. Please check this page periodically for updates. The IRS also recommends these government Web sites:
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IRS Disaster Relief Page
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Department of Homeland Security
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FirstGov.gov, the main U.S. Government Web portal
Make Your Hurricane Relief Donations Count"
The Globe and Mail: Martin praises Katrina relief efforts
The Globe and Mail: Martin praises Katrina relief efforts: "Prime Minister Paul Martin Tuesday praised relief efforts aimed at helping those hit by the devastating impact of hurricane Katrina, calling Canada a helping nation and reminding Canadians that aid in times of crisis has to extend beyond this country's border"
Bush to oversee probe into what went wrong - Hurricane Katrina - MSNBC.com
Bush to oversee probe into what went wrong - Hurricane Katrina - MSNBC.com: "Bush to oversee probe into what went wrong
President also says Cheney will visit Gulf Coast on Thursday
Image: President Bush at a meeting with his Cabinet.
Shaun Heasley / Reuters
President Bush announced at a meeting with members of his Cabinet that he would oversee an investigation into the federal response to Katrina.
President also says Cheney will visit Gulf Coast on Thursday
Image: President Bush at a meeting with his Cabinet.
Shaun Heasley / Reuters
President Bush announced at a meeting with members of his Cabinet that he would oversee an investigation into the federal response to Katrina.
Guardian Unlimited | Special reports | America needs change not charity
Guardian Unlimited | Special reports | America needs change not charity: "America needs change not charity
Withholding aid from the United States is the only way to remove its domestic and foreign policy blinkers, writes Nick Cater
Tuesday September 6, 2005
Why is the world rushing to help America cope with Hurricane Katrina?
From the UK to Cuba, Russia to Japan and more than 50 other countries, including beleaguered Afghanistan, offers of money, food, medicine, relief staff and more worth hundreds of millions of dollars have poured into Washington, which at first seemed rightfully leery of accepting poorer nations' charity."
Withholding aid from the United States is the only way to remove its domestic and foreign policy blinkers, writes Nick Cater
Tuesday September 6, 2005
Why is the world rushing to help America cope with Hurricane Katrina?
From the UK to Cuba, Russia to Japan and more than 50 other countries, including beleaguered Afghanistan, offers of money, food, medicine, relief staff and more worth hundreds of millions of dollars have poured into Washington, which at first seemed rightfully leery of accepting poorer nations' charity."
Keller Williams raises $1M for agents affected by Katrina - 2005-09-06
Keller Williams raises $1M for agents affected by Katrina - 2005-09-06: "Keller Williams raises $1M for agents affected by Katrina
Keller Williams Realty Inc. associates from across the country have raised more than $1 million in pledges and cash donations to help out the more than 1,000 company agents affected by Hurricane Katrina."
Keller Williams Realty Inc. associates from across the country have raised more than $1 million in pledges and cash donations to help out the more than 1,000 company agents affected by Hurricane Katrina."
Guardian Unlimited | World Latest | Asian Countries Offer U.S. Hurricane Aid
Guardian Unlimited | World Latest | Asian Countries Offer U.S. Hurricane Aid: "Asian Countries Offer U.S. Hurricane Aid
Tuesday September 6, 2005 2:31 PM
AP Photo XLEE102
By ROHAN SULLIVAN
Associated Press Writer
BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - Some of the world's poorest nations - Bangladesh, Afghanistan and tsunami-hit Thailand - have offered the United States aid and expertise to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina."
Tuesday September 6, 2005 2:31 PM
AP Photo XLEE102
By ROHAN SULLIVAN
Associated Press Writer
BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - Some of the world's poorest nations - Bangladesh, Afghanistan and tsunami-hit Thailand - have offered the United States aid and expertise to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina."
Coast Guard's Response to Katrina a Silver Lining in the Storm
Coast Guard's Response to Katrina a Silver Lining in the Storm: "Coast Guard's Response to Katrina a Silver Lining in the Storm
By Stephen Barr
Tuesday, September 6, 2005; Page B02
Let's have a round of cheers for the U.S. Coast Guard.
Hurricane Katrina wiped out Coast Guard stations in Gulfport and Pascagoula, Miss., and looters wrecked part of its New Orleans base. But that did not stop the Coast Guard from sending out rescue helicopters and cutters on dangerous and exhausting missions to save lives and clear waterways after the hurricane ravaged the Gulf Coast on Aug. 29."
By Stephen Barr
Tuesday, September 6, 2005; Page B02
Let's have a round of cheers for the U.S. Coast Guard.
Hurricane Katrina wiped out Coast Guard stations in Gulfport and Pascagoula, Miss., and looters wrecked part of its New Orleans base. But that did not stop the Coast Guard from sending out rescue helicopters and cutters on dangerous and exhausting missions to save lives and clear waterways after the hurricane ravaged the Gulf Coast on Aug. 29."
VOA News - After Katrina, Salvation Army Feeds And Clothes Tens Of Thousands
VOA News - After Katrina, Salvation Army Feeds And Clothes Tens Of Thousands: "fter Katrina, Salvation Army Feeds And Clothes Tens Of Thousands
By Joe De Capua
Washington
06 September 2005
Among the many relief organizations helping survivors of Hurricane Katrina is the well-known faith-based charity organization the Salvation Army. Major Dalton Cunningham is with the Salvation Army. From Jackson, Mississippi, he spoke to English to Africa reporter Joe De Capua about relief operations going on in that southern city."
By Joe De Capua
Washington
06 September 2005
Among the many relief organizations helping survivors of Hurricane Katrina is the well-known faith-based charity organization the Salvation Army. Major Dalton Cunningham is with the Salvation Army. From Jackson, Mississippi, he spoke to English to Africa reporter Joe De Capua about relief operations going on in that southern city."
AP Wire | 09/02/2005 | Dunn calls on NFL players to donate collectively
AP Wire | 09/02/2005 | Dunn calls on NFL players to donate collectively: "Dunn calls on NFL players to donate collectively
GEORGE HENRY
Associated Press
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - As he flew on the team charter to south Florida this week, Atlanta Falcons running back Warrick Dunn was overcome with dismay over disasters that have followed the path of Hurricane Katrina.
Dunn, a Louisiana native, was so distracted that Falcons coach Jim Mora held him out of Atlanta's 20-17 victory over Miami in the preseason finale Thursday night."
GEORGE HENRY
Associated Press
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - As he flew on the team charter to south Florida this week, Atlanta Falcons running back Warrick Dunn was overcome with dismay over disasters that have followed the path of Hurricane Katrina.
Dunn, a Louisiana native, was so distracted that Falcons coach Jim Mora held him out of Atlanta's 20-17 victory over Miami in the preseason finale Thursday night."
Thinking of Victims of Hurricane Katrina? Here’s How to Help
Thinking of Victims of Hurricane Katrina? Here’s How to Help: "Thinking of Victims of Hurricane Katrina? Here’s How to Help
FTC Offers New Guide to Giving Wisely
In response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, many Americans are searching for ways to help the victims. The federal government advises that the best way to help immediately is to donate money directly to established national relief organizations. In a new Consumer Alert, “Helping Victims of Hurricane Katrina: Your Guide to Giving Wisely,” the Federal Trade Commission offers tips to help consumers give wisely. They include:"
FTC Offers New Guide to Giving Wisely
In response to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, many Americans are searching for ways to help the victims. The federal government advises that the best way to help immediately is to donate money directly to established national relief organizations. In a new Consumer Alert, “Helping Victims of Hurricane Katrina: Your Guide to Giving Wisely,” the Federal Trade Commission offers tips to help consumers give wisely. They include:"
OFFER RELIEF TO THOSE IMPACTED BYHURRICANE KATRINA
OFFER RELIEF TO THOSE IMPACTED BYHURRICANE KATRINA: "OFFER RELIEF TO THOSE IMPACTED BY HURRICANE KATRINA
As our nation's leading first responders tackle the monumental catastrophe left by Hurricane Katrina, young people across the country want to know how they can contribute to the relief efforts. As with past disasters of this magnitude young people have always stepped forward to lend a hand, raise money, and offer their support to the people affected by disasters .
As our nation's leading first responders tackle the monumental catastrophe left by Hurricane Katrina, young people across the country want to know how they can contribute to the relief efforts. As with past disasters of this magnitude young people have always stepped forward to lend a hand, raise money, and offer their support to the people affected by disasters .
Reuters AlertNet - World lines up to help after Katrina
Reuters AlertNet - World lines up to help after Katrina: "World lines up to help after Katrina
05 Sep 2005 15:55:46 GMT
Source: Reuters
Background
(Updates with Ireland, Spain)
Sept 5, (Reuters) - Hurricane Katrina has devastated New Orleans and U.S. Gulf Coast states, killing hundreds of people and possibly thousands, and drawing support pledges from rich and poor, traditional friends and foes of the United States.
The United States, a major world donor itself, last week let it be known it would accept help from a variety of nations.
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice decided 'no offer that can help alleviate the suffering of the people in the afflicted area will be refused.'"
05 Sep 2005 15:55:46 GMT
Source: Reuters
Background
(Updates with Ireland, Spain)
Sept 5, (Reuters) - Hurricane Katrina has devastated New Orleans and U.S. Gulf Coast states, killing hundreds of people and possibly thousands, and drawing support pledges from rich and poor, traditional friends and foes of the United States.
The United States, a major world donor itself, last week let it be known it would accept help from a variety of nations.
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice decided 'no offer that can help alleviate the suffering of the people in the afflicted area will be refused.'"
TODAYonline-The tempest after the storm
TODAYonline: "The tempest after the storm
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, will the US turn inwards?
Silva Kandiah
WILL Hurricane Katrina be Pearl Harbour in reverse?
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The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour in December, 1941, was a defining moment for America, reversing its isolationism and catapulting it into world leadership and activism.
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Hurricane Katrina's devastation may have the reverse effect, turning America inwards.
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In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, will the US turn inwards?
Silva Kandiah
WILL Hurricane Katrina be Pearl Harbour in reverse?
.
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour in December, 1941, was a defining moment for America, reversing its isolationism and catapulting it into world leadership and activism.
.
Hurricane Katrina's devastation may have the reverse effect, turning America inwards.
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BetaNews | PayPal Blocks Hurricane Relief Funds
BetaNews | PayPal Blocks Hurricane Relief Funds: "PayPal Blocks Hurricane Relief Funds
By Nate Mook, BetaNews
September 4, 2005, 8:40 PM
It's no secret that the widespread destruction of Hurricane Katrina was exacerbated by delayed relief efforts, but the latest victims of bureaucracy are those individuals simply trying to help out. Humor site Something Awful raised almost $28,000 in less than 9 hours - right up until PayPal froze the funds.
Something Awful's dedicated community may call themselves 'goons,' but they have historically been quick to respond when needed. The site previously raised $22,000 to fund armor plating for soldiers in Iraq. And the disaster unfolding in New Orleans and the rest of the Gulf coast was no exception."
By Nate Mook, BetaNews
September 4, 2005, 8:40 PM
It's no secret that the widespread destruction of Hurricane Katrina was exacerbated by delayed relief efforts, but the latest victims of bureaucracy are those individuals simply trying to help out. Humor site Something Awful raised almost $28,000 in less than 9 hours - right up until PayPal froze the funds.
Something Awful's dedicated community may call themselves 'goons,' but they have historically been quick to respond when needed. The site previously raised $22,000 to fund armor plating for soldiers in Iraq. And the disaster unfolding in New Orleans and the rest of the Gulf coast was no exception."
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Because of the large volume of news reports this blog will more then likely not always appear in strict chronological order.
BBSNews - One Week After Katrina’s Gulf Coast Assault, the American Red Cross is Setting a Record Relief Pace
BBSNews - One Week After Katrina’s Gulf Coast Assault, the American Red Cross is Setting a Record Relief Pace: "After Katrina American Red Cross is Setting a Record Relief Pace
Red Cross via BBSNews - WASHINGTON, Monday, September 05, 2005 -- The American Red Cross is off to a record-setting pace in its drive to bring shelter, food and safe drinking water to the tens of thousands of Americans impacted by Hurricane Katrina’s savage assault on the Gulf Coast.
'It was obvious even before Katrina made landfall in Mississippi that this storm was going to inflict a monumental blow to the Gulf Coast,' said Joe Becker, senior vice president, preparedness and response for the American Red Cross.
'This is the largest response to a single natural disaster in the 125 years of the American Red Cross, and there’s no doubt it will set many records in terms of the length and expanse of the operation. This will test our skills and our resources to the extreme, but the American Red Cross will be just as strong as the will of the American people, and we all know that’s a will that won’t fail,' Becker said.
From late Aug. 25, when Hurricane Katrina first slammed into the southeast coast of Florida through 5 p.m. Sept. 4, the Red Cross had opened 470 shelters and evacuation centers in 12 states and had sheltered 135,535 men, women and children. The shelter census of 118,556 for the night of Sept. 3 sets a Red Cross record for one-night accommodation. Nearly half of that shelter population – 56,387 – was housed in 74 centers in Texas, with an additional 41,135 in 133 shelters in Louisiana and 12,870 in 102 shelters in Mississippi."
Red Cross via BBSNews - WASHINGTON, Monday, September 05, 2005 -- The American Red Cross is off to a record-setting pace in its drive to bring shelter, food and safe drinking water to the tens of thousands of Americans impacted by Hurricane Katrina’s savage assault on the Gulf Coast.
'It was obvious even before Katrina made landfall in Mississippi that this storm was going to inflict a monumental blow to the Gulf Coast,' said Joe Becker, senior vice president, preparedness and response for the American Red Cross.
'This is the largest response to a single natural disaster in the 125 years of the American Red Cross, and there’s no doubt it will set many records in terms of the length and expanse of the operation. This will test our skills and our resources to the extreme, but the American Red Cross will be just as strong as the will of the American people, and we all know that’s a will that won’t fail,' Becker said.
From late Aug. 25, when Hurricane Katrina first slammed into the southeast coast of Florida through 5 p.m. Sept. 4, the Red Cross had opened 470 shelters and evacuation centers in 12 states and had sheltered 135,535 men, women and children. The shelter census of 118,556 for the night of Sept. 3 sets a Red Cross record for one-night accommodation. Nearly half of that shelter population – 56,387 – was housed in 74 centers in Texas, with an additional 41,135 in 133 shelters in Louisiana and 12,870 in 102 shelters in Mississippi."
Herald.com | 09/06/2005 | Schools shine light on relief
Herald.com | 09/06/2005 | Schools shine light on relief: "Schools shine light on relief
BY SARAH ROTHSCHILD
srothschild@herald.com
TALLAHASSEE - Florida State and Miami opted not to air promotional public service announcements about their institutions during the ABC national telecast Monday night, instead using the time to urge viewers to aid Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
UM sports information director Rick Korch said both universities wanted to deliver a ''special'' message to remind viewers to contribute to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund."
BY SARAH ROTHSCHILD
srothschild@herald.com
TALLAHASSEE - Florida State and Miami opted not to air promotional public service announcements about their institutions during the ABC national telecast Monday night, instead using the time to urge viewers to aid Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
UM sports information director Rick Korch said both universities wanted to deliver a ''special'' message to remind viewers to contribute to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund."
BBC NEWS | Magazine | Why does the US need our money?
BBC NEWS | Magazine | Why does the US need our money?: "Why does the US need our money?
WHO, WHAT, WHY?
The Magazine answers...
Adverts are in British newspapers asking for cash donations
The Red Cross is appealing for people overseas to contribute money to its Hurricane Katrina Appeal. But why does the world's richest nation need handouts?
The world's only superpower has been forced to turn to aid agencies to speed up the humanitarian effort in the wake of Katrina.
Seemingly unable to draw on its wealth at short notice to immediately respond to the disaster, charities in other countries, such as the British Red Cross, are now launching appeals to raise money."
WHO, WHAT, WHY?
The Magazine answers...
Adverts are in British newspapers asking for cash donations
The Red Cross is appealing for people overseas to contribute money to its Hurricane Katrina Appeal. But why does the world's richest nation need handouts?
The world's only superpower has been forced to turn to aid agencies to speed up the humanitarian effort in the wake of Katrina.
Seemingly unable to draw on its wealth at short notice to immediately respond to the disaster, charities in other countries, such as the British Red Cross, are now launching appeals to raise money."
SI.com - Strong marks for the top seeds, tennis philanthropy
SI.com - Writers - Jon Wertheim: U.S. Open midterm grades - Monday September 5, 2005 10:26AM: "Strong marks for the top seeds, tennis philanthropy
Given what's being televised when you turn away from the matches, the intrigue of the tennis world has never seemed more trivial.
It's a shame, because tennis seldom has looked better -- exceptional matches, exceptional crowds, exceptional weather. Old faces hanging in there; new faces crashing the party. American men finding the mojo. Internationals getting a warm reception in New York."
Given what's being televised when you turn away from the matches, the intrigue of the tennis world has never seemed more trivial.
It's a shame, because tennis seldom has looked better -- exceptional matches, exceptional crowds, exceptional weather. Old faces hanging in there; new faces crashing the party. American men finding the mojo. Internationals getting a warm reception in New York."
Crain's Detroit Business-Katrina’s long reach: Gas prices hit businesses, nonprofits hard
Crain's Detroit Business: "Katrina’s long reach: Gas prices hit businesses, nonprofits hard
By Anjali Fluker
Sherri Begin
• September 05, 2005
Hurricane Katrina wreaked physical havoc on the Gulf Coast last week, but local businesswoman Karen Anderson said the storm’s aftermath also left things bleak for her company farther north."
By Anjali Fluker
Sherri Begin
• September 05, 2005
Hurricane Katrina wreaked physical havoc on the Gulf Coast last week, but local businesswoman Karen Anderson said the storm’s aftermath also left things bleak for her company farther north."
VOA News - Hurricane Losses May Top $100 Billion
VOA News - Hurricane Losses May Top $100 Billion: "Hurricane Losses May Top $100 Billion
By VOA News
03 September 2005
Harry and Silvia Pulizzano walk across debris from Hurricane Katrina in search of Silvia's brother's home in Waveland, Miss., on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005
Harry and Silvia Pulizzano walk across debris from Hurricane Katrina in search of Silvia's brother's home in Waveland, Miss., on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005
U.S. economic forecasters say total losses from Hurricane Katrina's devastation could top $100 billion."
By VOA News
03 September 2005
Harry and Silvia Pulizzano walk across debris from Hurricane Katrina in search of Silvia's brother's home in Waveland, Miss., on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005
Harry and Silvia Pulizzano walk across debris from Hurricane Katrina in search of Silvia's brother's home in Waveland, Miss., on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005
U.S. economic forecasters say total losses from Hurricane Katrina's devastation could top $100 billion."
CSRwire Members Contribute More Than $100 Million to Hurricane Relief
PRESS RELEASE
CSRwire Members Contribute More Than $100 Million to Hurricane Relief: "CSRwire Members Contribute More Than $100 Million to Hurricane Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 2, 2005--CSRwire, the Corporate Social Responsibility newswire service (www.csrwire.com) announced today that their members have collectively contributed more than $100 million to Hurricane Katrina relief, to date. Contributions have been mostly in the form of cash donations, but have also included relief supplies and support services. "
CSRwire Members Contribute More Than $100 Million to Hurricane Relief: "CSRwire Members Contribute More Than $100 Million to Hurricane Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 2, 2005--CSRwire, the Corporate Social Responsibility newswire service (www.csrwire.com) announced today that their members have collectively contributed more than $100 million to Hurricane Katrina relief, to date. Contributions have been mostly in the form of cash donations, but have also included relief supplies and support services. "
The Chronicle, 9/2/2005: Donations to Hurricane-Relief Efforts Exceed $487-Million
The Chronicle, 9/2/2005: Donations to Hurricane-Relief Efforts Exceed $487-Million: "Donations to Hurricane-Relief Efforts Exceed $487-Million
By Nicole Wallace
Americans have given at least $487-million to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
ALSO SEE:
Companies and foundations pledge $169-million in hurricane relief
Online donors give millions of dollars to relief efforts
The pace of giving is unprecedented in recent American history. In the 10 days after September 11, Americans donated $239-million to charitable causes, and in the 9 days after the tsunamis hit, major American relief groups raised $163-million."
By Nicole Wallace
Americans have given at least $487-million to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
ALSO SEE:
Companies and foundations pledge $169-million in hurricane relief
Online donors give millions of dollars to relief efforts
The pace of giving is unprecedented in recent American history. In the 10 days after September 11, Americans donated $239-million to charitable causes, and in the 9 days after the tsunamis hit, major American relief groups raised $163-million."
Tiger Woods Foundation Receives $50,000 Donation Through The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge at PGA TOUR's Deutsche Bank Championship
PRESS RELEASE
Tiger Woods Foundation Receives $50,000 Donation Through The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge at PGA TOUR's Deutsche Bank Championship: "Tiger Woods Foundation Receives $50,000 Donation Through The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge at PGA TOUR's Deutsche Bank Championship
Company Snapshot: AZNhttp://www.astrazeneca-us.com http://www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org http://www.crestor.pgatour.com
- Five Players Win for Charity; $100,000 donated to the
Tiger Woods Foundation through the program the past two years -
NORTON, Mass., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Billy Andrade, Jason Bohn, Olin Browne, Carl Pettersson and John Rollins were named this week's CRESTOR(R) (rosuvastatin calcium) Charity Challenge winners for their first- place standing entering the final round of the Deutsche Bank Championship. The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge is a season-long competition that recognizes and rewards the tournament leader entering the final round at 35 PGA TOUR events. Through the program, now in its second year, AstraZeneca will donate $3.5 million a year to designated health and PGA TOUR charities. At each of the selected tournaments, a $100,000 contribution will be made, supporting the PGA TOUR's 'Drive to a Billion' campaign which celebrates the spirit of giving
Tiger Woods Foundation Receives $50,000 Donation Through The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge at PGA TOUR's Deutsche Bank Championship: "Tiger Woods Foundation Receives $50,000 Donation Through The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge at PGA TOUR's Deutsche Bank Championship
Company Snapshot: AZNhttp://www.astrazeneca-us.com http://www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org http://www.crestor.pgatour.com
- Five Players Win for Charity; $100,000 donated to the
Tiger Woods Foundation through the program the past two years -
NORTON, Mass., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Billy Andrade, Jason Bohn, Olin Browne, Carl Pettersson and John Rollins were named this week's CRESTOR(R) (rosuvastatin calcium) Charity Challenge winners for their first- place standing entering the final round of the Deutsche Bank Championship. The CRESTOR(R) Charity Challenge is a season-long competition that recognizes and rewards the tournament leader entering the final round at 35 PGA TOUR events. Through the program, now in its second year, AstraZeneca will donate $3.5 million a year to designated health and PGA TOUR charities. At each of the selected tournaments, a $100,000 contribution will be made, supporting the PGA TOUR's 'Drive to a Billion' campaign which celebrates the spirit of giving
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