Mirror.co.uk - News - Top Stories - TSUNAMI: £50M AID 'MISSING': "TSUNAMI: £50M AID 'MISSING'
UP to £50million donated to help tsunami victims may have been left unspent in charity bank accounts, a spending watchdog warned yesterday.
The Government has no idea if most of the of taxpayers' cash it handed over to charities had been used, the National Audit Office said.
Tory spokesman Andrew Mitchell said: 'These monies should be released as soon as possible.'"
Friday, March 03, 2006
Thursday, March 02, 2006
The Phoenix Online - Community rallies to fundraise, rebuild for Katrina victims
The Phoenix Online - Community rallies to fundraise, rebuild for Katrina victims: "Community rallies to fundraise, rebuild for Katrina victims
BY BLANCA GAMEZ
Swarthmore faculty and students are continuing to support the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts through a recent Mardi Gras beads fundraiser and a service trip to New Orleans set for Spring Break.
Over the past two weeks, McCabe librarians have directed the Mardi Gras beads fundraiser to benefit the Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) library, their partner library in the Adopt-A-Library program. At $1 a strand, revenue from the Mardi Gras beads sales totaled nearly $800. The beads were on sale at the bookstore, libraries and coffee bars across campus. In addition, members of the Directed Relief Committee are in the process of organizing a group of students to help ongoing cleanup efforts in parts of New Orleans afflicted by the storm."
BY BLANCA GAMEZ
Swarthmore faculty and students are continuing to support the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts through a recent Mardi Gras beads fundraiser and a service trip to New Orleans set for Spring Break.
Over the past two weeks, McCabe librarians have directed the Mardi Gras beads fundraiser to benefit the Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) library, their partner library in the Adopt-A-Library program. At $1 a strand, revenue from the Mardi Gras beads sales totaled nearly $800. The beads were on sale at the bookstore, libraries and coffee bars across campus. In addition, members of the Directed Relief Committee are in the process of organizing a group of students to help ongoing cleanup efforts in parts of New Orleans afflicted by the storm."
Thursday, February 23, 2006
CatholicCourier.com - Local Top Stories-"Parishes assist Louisiana Catholics
CatholicCourier.com - Local Top Stories: "Parishes assist Louisiana Catholics
(Publication Date: 02-18-2006)
By Rob Cullivan/Catholic Courier
Three Monroe County parishes have united to help a Louisiana church recover from the devastation wrought last summer by Hurricane Katrina.
The Pittsford parishes of St. Louis and Transfiguration are working with St. Catherine of Siena in Mendon to aid Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Chalmette, La., according to Tony Fernandez, chairman of the pastoral council at Prompt Succor."
(Publication Date: 02-18-2006)
By Rob Cullivan/Catholic Courier
Three Monroe County parishes have united to help a Louisiana church recover from the devastation wrought last summer by Hurricane Katrina.
The Pittsford parishes of St. Louis and Transfiguration are working with St. Catherine of Siena in Mendon to aid Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Chalmette, La., according to Tony Fernandez, chairman of the pastoral council at Prompt Succor."
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
White House to Issue Own Katrina Report - Yahoo! News
White House to Issue Own Katrina Report - Yahoo! News: "White House to Issue Own Katrina Report By LARA JAKES JORDAN, Associated Press Writer
1 hour, 2 minutes ago
WASHINGTON - The White House will make 125 recommendations for how the government could have reacted better to Hurricane Katrina in a report to be released Thursday on the catastrophe and the Bush administration's response to it.
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The findings are expected to be critical of the government's response, but not as harsh as a separate House report issued last week, according to a senior administration official who spoke on condition of anonymity. The House study faulted the White House for not getting involved earlier in the planning for and aftermath of the Aug. 29 storm"
1 hour, 2 minutes ago
WASHINGTON - The White House will make 125 recommendations for how the government could have reacted better to Hurricane Katrina in a report to be released Thursday on the catastrophe and the Bush administration's response to it.
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The findings are expected to be critical of the government's response, but not as harsh as a separate House report issued last week, according to a senior administration official who spoke on condition of anonymity. The House study faulted the White House for not getting involved earlier in the planning for and aftermath of the Aug. 29 storm"
Friday, February 17, 2006
CBC News: Hundreds missing in Philippine landslide
CBC News: Hundreds missing in Philippine landslide: "Hundreds missing in Philippine landslide
Last Updated Fri, 17 Feb 2006 08:07:46 EST
CBC News
Rescue workers and sniffer dogs are frantically searching for survivors on an eastern Philippine island on Friday after a mudslide roared down a mountainside, wiping out an entire village.
About two dozen bodies have been recovered from the farming community on Leyte island, about 670 kilometres southeast of Manila. About 30 more people are injured.
A child is carried from a landslide on Leyte island in the eastern Philippines, Friday, Feb. 17. (AP Photo/ABS CBN via APTN)
Initial estimates said 1,500 people are missing, but Global Radio News reporter Dean Bernardo told CBC Newsworld that about 3,000 people live in the Guinsaugon village area of St. Bernard town."
Last Updated Fri, 17 Feb 2006 08:07:46 EST
CBC News
Rescue workers and sniffer dogs are frantically searching for survivors on an eastern Philippine island on Friday after a mudslide roared down a mountainside, wiping out an entire village.
About two dozen bodies have been recovered from the farming community on Leyte island, about 670 kilometres southeast of Manila. About 30 more people are injured.
A child is carried from a landslide on Leyte island in the eastern Philippines, Friday, Feb. 17. (AP Photo/ABS CBN via APTN)
Initial estimates said 1,500 people are missing, but Global Radio News reporter Dean Bernardo told CBC Newsworld that about 3,000 people live in the Guinsaugon village area of St. Bernard town."
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
BJORK - INDONESIA CHANGED BJORKS CHARITY OUTLOOK
BJORK - INDONESIA CHANGED BJORKS CHARITY OUTLOOK: "INDONESIA CHANGED BJORK'S CHARITY OUTLOOK
Icelandic singer BJORK has changed her outlook on large-scale charity fundraising following her emotional visit to Indonesia last month (JAN06).
The ALL IS FULL OF LOVE star had always been suspicious of centralised organisations because she felt too much money was wasted before it reached the needy.
The 40-year-old says, 'I always felt a bit funny about it because I didn't know where the money was going and the people come and I don't know them.
'And (you hear) scandal stories about charities where most of the money pays for champagne to help with celebrities.'
Icelandic singer BJORK has changed her outlook on large-scale charity fundraising following her emotional visit to Indonesia last month (JAN06).
The ALL IS FULL OF LOVE star had always been suspicious of centralised organisations because she felt too much money was wasted before it reached the needy.
The 40-year-old says, 'I always felt a bit funny about it because I didn't know where the money was going and the people come and I don't know them.
'And (you hear) scandal stories about charities where most of the money pays for champagne to help with celebrities.'
Senators hear 'shocking examples' of FEMA waste - Yahoo! News
Senators hear 'shocking examples' of FEMA waste - Yahoo! News: "FEMA has let nearly 11,000 unused manufactured homes deteriorate on old runways and open fields in Arkansas, and the agency spent $416,000 per person to house a few hundred Hurricane Katrina evacuees for a short time in Alabama last fall, government investigators told the Senate on Monday."
CNN.com - Anderson Cooper 360° Blog
CNN.com - Anderson Cooper 360° Blog: "Monday, February 13, 2006
Katrina mobile homes immobile in Arkansas
I've lived in New Orleans 13 years now, a Yankee who got sucked in by the smell of gardenias in February and couldn't pull away.
My house is in the part of New Orleans we've started to call the 'sliver by the river,' the narrow strip along the Mississippi that didn't flood. So I'm typing this from the study of my 100-year-old home, with its hardwood floors and high ceilings, feeling lucky and guilty and numb.
Katrina mobile homes immobile in Arkansas
I've lived in New Orleans 13 years now, a Yankee who got sucked in by the smell of gardenias in February and couldn't pull away.
My house is in the part of New Orleans we've started to call the 'sliver by the river,' the narrow strip along the Mississippi that didn't flood. So I'm typing this from the study of my 100-year-old home, with its hardwood floors and high ceilings, feeling lucky and guilty and numb.
PressZoom.com - Global News Service -Students recognised for £10k South Asian Earthquake relief support
PressZoom.com - Global News Service - News and Press Release Distribution: "Students recognised for £10k South Asian Earthquake relief support
Two Pakistani students from the University of Bradford were recently given an accolade for their fundraising efforts in support of the South Asian earthquake relief.
(PressZoom) - Rafat Farid, President of the University's Pakistani Society was accompanied by his Vice-President Asad Ali in a visit to Islamabad late last year to hand over £10,000 worth of fundraising they had gleaned from generous supporters in Bradford.
As a token of thanks, the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry awarded the pair a commemorative plaque on their visit. It was handed to them by Aftab Ahmad Sherpao, the Federal Minister of the Interior for Pakistan.
Rafat, a final-year Pharmaceutical Management student at the University of Bradford, said: 'We were amazed that we managed to raise so much. We were initially aiming for around two or three thousand, but to get ten thousand was incredible.
'We mainly fundraised through out society contacts at the University but we also got very generous donations from members of the Bradford community. "
Two Pakistani students from the University of Bradford were recently given an accolade for their fundraising efforts in support of the South Asian earthquake relief.
(PressZoom) - Rafat Farid, President of the University's Pakistani Society was accompanied by his Vice-President Asad Ali in a visit to Islamabad late last year to hand over £10,000 worth of fundraising they had gleaned from generous supporters in Bradford.
As a token of thanks, the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry awarded the pair a commemorative plaque on their visit. It was handed to them by Aftab Ahmad Sherpao, the Federal Minister of the Interior for Pakistan.
Rafat, a final-year Pharmaceutical Management student at the University of Bradford, said: 'We were amazed that we managed to raise so much. We were initially aiming for around two or three thousand, but to get ten thousand was incredible.
'We mainly fundraised through out society contacts at the University but we also got very generous donations from members of the Bradford community. "
New Orleans CityBusiness -- The Business Newspaper of Metropolitan New Orleans
New Orleans CityBusiness -- The Business Newspaper of Metropolitan New Orleans: "Nonprofit unity keeps services going
by April Capochino
02/13/2006
Ronn Humbles of the Traveler’s Aid Society, left, reviews paperwork while Covenant House Executive Director Stacy Horn Koch talks to Traveler’s counselor Marlon Parker. Traveler’s employees have been working out of Covenant’s House offices since Hurricane Katrina.
Ronn Humbles of the Traveler’s Aid Society, left, reviews paperwork while Covenant House Executive Director Stacy Horn Koch talks to Traveler’s counselor Marlon Parker. Traveler’s employees have been working out of Covenant’s House offices since Hurricane Katrina.
By April Capochino
Staff Writer
april.capochino@nopg.com
The Covenant House has always been bustling with teens, young adults and babies. But in October, the youth homeless shelter on the outskirts of the French Quarter reached out to small nonprofits and state offices damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
Traveler’s Aid Society of Greater New Orleans, a nonprofit tasked with preventing homelessness in New Orleans, is working at the building as is the Tulane Hospital Adolescent Drop-in Center, the Metropolitan Human Services District, the Office of Family Support, the Food Stamp Program and Tulane Hospital’s walk-in clinic.
Stacy Horn Koch, Covenant House executive director, decided to invite the groups because she believes all nonprofits benefit by such collaboration.
“I hope this will last,” Koch said. “There’s a real opportunity for nonprofits to work together. There’s no room for people to have turf wars.”"
by April Capochino
02/13/2006
Ronn Humbles of the Traveler’s Aid Society, left, reviews paperwork while Covenant House Executive Director Stacy Horn Koch talks to Traveler’s counselor Marlon Parker. Traveler’s employees have been working out of Covenant’s House offices since Hurricane Katrina.
Ronn Humbles of the Traveler’s Aid Society, left, reviews paperwork while Covenant House Executive Director Stacy Horn Koch talks to Traveler’s counselor Marlon Parker. Traveler’s employees have been working out of Covenant’s House offices since Hurricane Katrina.
By April Capochino
Staff Writer
april.capochino@nopg.com
The Covenant House has always been bustling with teens, young adults and babies. But in October, the youth homeless shelter on the outskirts of the French Quarter reached out to small nonprofits and state offices damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
Traveler’s Aid Society of Greater New Orleans, a nonprofit tasked with preventing homelessness in New Orleans, is working at the building as is the Tulane Hospital Adolescent Drop-in Center, the Metropolitan Human Services District, the Office of Family Support, the Food Stamp Program and Tulane Hospital’s walk-in clinic.
Stacy Horn Koch, Covenant House executive director, decided to invite the groups because she believes all nonprofits benefit by such collaboration.
“I hope this will last,” Koch said. “There’s a real opportunity for nonprofits to work together. There’s no room for people to have turf wars.”"
Monday, February 13, 2006
Katrina fraud, waste; dozens arrested - Hurricanes' Aftermath - MSNBC.com
Katrina fraud, waste; dozens arrested - Hurricanes' Aftermath - MSNBC.com: "MSNBC staff and news service reports
Updated: 1:17 p.m. ET Feb. 13, 2006
WASHINGTON - The scope of fraud and waste tied to Hurricane Katrina relief efforts widened Monday, as officials announced charges against 212 people and investigators questioned decisions ranging from $438-a-day lodging to unoccupied mobile homes that are now sinking in mud."
Updated: 1:17 p.m. ET Feb. 13, 2006
WASHINGTON - The scope of fraud and waste tied to Hurricane Katrina relief efforts widened Monday, as officials announced charges against 212 people and investigators questioned decisions ranging from $438-a-day lodging to unoccupied mobile homes that are now sinking in mud."
Thursday, February 09, 2006
We are experimenting with new technology and delivery of material
This week we have begun experimenting with some additional technology. We have posted some a sample news video we found through Google video. You will see this video at the top of the site if your browser and software permit.
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Getty Foundation Makes New Orleans Donation
Getty Foundation Makes New Orleans Donation: "Getty Foundation Makes New Orleans Donation
The Associated Press
Wednesday, February 8, 2006; 2:42 PM
NEW ORLEANS -- The Getty Foundation has established a $2 million fund to aid the city's visual arts organizations in the recovery from Hurricane Katrina.
'New Orleans is an extraordinary city; its arts and architecture are cherished by people all over the world,' Deborah Marrow, director of the Getty Foundation, said Wednesday in a statement."
The Associated Press
Wednesday, February 8, 2006; 2:42 PM
NEW ORLEANS -- The Getty Foundation has established a $2 million fund to aid the city's visual arts organizations in the recovery from Hurricane Katrina.
'New Orleans is an extraordinary city; its arts and architecture are cherished by people all over the world,' Deborah Marrow, director of the Getty Foundation, said Wednesday in a statement."
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Calif. Man Gets Prison for Katrina Scam - Yahoo! News
Calif. Man Gets Prison for Katrina Scam - Yahoo! News: "man who pleaded guilty to impersonating a relief worker collecting donations for Hurricane Katrina victims was sentenced to a year in federal prison Monday."
Monday, February 06, 2006
Thank you for giving, Central Texas
Thank you for giving, Central Texas: "SEASON FOR CARING
Thank you for giving, Central Texas
With almost a half-million dollars in donations, you changed the lives of 12 families
By Ricardo G�ndara
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF
Sunday, February 05, 2006
Because of you, she and her longtime companion, Glyn Esco, have new dentures, and her grandchildren have a computer, new clothes and toys.
A 1998 Ford Windstar minivan and a washer and dryer also helped lessen the devastation they felt after losing all they owned in Hurricane Katrina.
'You can't replace everything we lost but what we found in Austin was very special,' she said.
Because of the generosity of thousands of donors to the Austin American-Statesman's Season for Caring campaign, Porter and Esco, her two grown daughters and six grandchildren have landed on their feet.
So have 11 other families featured in the seventh annual fundraising campaign that helps Central Texans in need and the nonprofit agencies that serve them.
This year, 2,261 donors gave $387,981.95 in cash and more than $100,000 in goods and services. (The financial donations are administered by Austin Community Foundation, which al"
Thank you for giving, Central Texas
With almost a half-million dollars in donations, you changed the lives of 12 families
By Ricardo G�ndara
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF
Sunday, February 05, 2006
Because of you, she and her longtime companion, Glyn Esco, have new dentures, and her grandchildren have a computer, new clothes and toys.
A 1998 Ford Windstar minivan and a washer and dryer also helped lessen the devastation they felt after losing all they owned in Hurricane Katrina.
'You can't replace everything we lost but what we found in Austin was very special,' she said.
Because of the generosity of thousands of donors to the Austin American-Statesman's Season for Caring campaign, Porter and Esco, her two grown daughters and six grandchildren have landed on their feet.
So have 11 other families featured in the seventh annual fundraising campaign that helps Central Texans in need and the nonprofit agencies that serve them.
This year, 2,261 donors gave $387,981.95 in cash and more than $100,000 in goods and services. (The financial donations are administered by Austin Community Foundation, which al"
St. Paul Pioneer Press | 02/05/2006 | 'This is the Taj Mahal'
St. Paul Pioneer Press | 02/05/2006 | 'This is the Taj Mahal': "'This is the Taj Mahal'BY BRIAN BONNERPioneer PressIt totals just 600 square feet, but a new home built by Minnesotans is more than enough for a Sri Lankan family of five devastated by 2004's tsunami.MONROVIA ESTATE, Sri Lanka � The tsunami happened 13 months ago. Recovery for Anil and Kamani started 12 days ago. � That's when the Sri Lankan couple and their three sons moved into a new home, courtesy of a half-million-dollar relief project by Minnesotans. � The house is modest by many standards, but a palace to them. � The dwelling, with four rooms and 600 square feet, replaces the shack where they had been 'living like animals' and battling snakes, mice and mosquitoes, Kamani said. � It is also double the size of their old seaside home, which was ruined by the tsunami that also swept away their most valuable possessions. � With the burden of homelessness lifted, they can start to live again. � 'Getting out of that shack is the most important thing,' Anil said. 'Look at this place. We went from two rooms to four rooms. This is the Taj Mahal.' � 'It is absurd to look back,' his wife said. 'A person has to look forward.' � More tsunami victims in Sri Lanka wish they could do the same."
Thursday, February 02, 2006
Inside Binghamton University
Inside Binghamton University: "Students aid Katrina survivors
Jackie Farber, left, a Jewish Campus Service Corps fellow, and Jes Koss, a junior from White Plains, look at snapshots from their
As their airplane fl ew over Gulfport, Miss., students on their way to aid in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts were struck by the blue tarps covering so many houses. A week later, those tarps held a different signifi cance for the 10 volunteers from Hillel at Binghamton.
�OK, there are still a lot of tarps there, but in a week we took down 10 of them,� junior Jes Koss remembers thinking as the group flew home.
Nine students, accompanied by Jewish Campus Service Corps fellow Jackie Farber, stayed at a church in Gulfport and helped rebuild roofs at 10 houses in nearby Biloxi. They were stunned by the devastation they saw, but also by the Southern hospitality they experienced and by the hurricane survivors� upbeat attitudes.
�Everyone there was so nice, so happy we were there,� said Koss, 20, of White Plains. �It solidifi ed the idea that � whatever your faith is � when disaster strikes, you help.� Koss had volunteered with Habitat for Humanity before, but most of the volunteers didn�t have any construction experience.
�People from the church taught us what to do,� Farber said. �Then we climbed up on the roof and we did it. It�s amazing to see what you can accomplish when you have to.�
According to the Red Cross, Katrina destroyed 68,729 houses and apartments in Mississippi.
Another 65,237 suffered major damage and an estimated 100,318 had minor damage.
The houses where the Hillel volunteers worked had been cleared of debris, but no repairs could begin until the roofs were stable and the electricity was restored. Homeowner"
Jackie Farber, left, a Jewish Campus Service Corps fellow, and Jes Koss, a junior from White Plains, look at snapshots from their
As their airplane fl ew over Gulfport, Miss., students on their way to aid in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts were struck by the blue tarps covering so many houses. A week later, those tarps held a different signifi cance for the 10 volunteers from Hillel at Binghamton.
�OK, there are still a lot of tarps there, but in a week we took down 10 of them,� junior Jes Koss remembers thinking as the group flew home.
Nine students, accompanied by Jewish Campus Service Corps fellow Jackie Farber, stayed at a church in Gulfport and helped rebuild roofs at 10 houses in nearby Biloxi. They were stunned by the devastation they saw, but also by the Southern hospitality they experienced and by the hurricane survivors� upbeat attitudes.
�Everyone there was so nice, so happy we were there,� said Koss, 20, of White Plains. �It solidifi ed the idea that � whatever your faith is � when disaster strikes, you help.� Koss had volunteered with Habitat for Humanity before, but most of the volunteers didn�t have any construction experience.
�People from the church taught us what to do,� Farber said. �Then we climbed up on the roof and we did it. It�s amazing to see what you can accomplish when you have to.�
According to the Red Cross, Katrina destroyed 68,729 houses and apartments in Mississippi.
Another 65,237 suffered major damage and an estimated 100,318 had minor damage.
The houses where the Hillel volunteers worked had been cleared of debris, but no repairs could begin until the roofs were stable and the electricity was restored. Homeowner"
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
A trend with legs as well as a heart - Business - International Herald Tribune
A trend with legs as well as a heart - Business - International Herald Tribune: "A trend with legs as well as a heart
By Thomas Crampton International Herald Tribune
FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2006
DAVOS, Switzerland At this time last year, corporations great and small attending the World Economic Forum raced to contribute to the tsunami relief effort, spinning their contributions as proof of commitment to doing good.
A total of more than $11 billion was raised over the year for tsunami victims, including $1 billion from individuals and private businesses. That amount is more than 10 times larger than what was raised for any previous disaster, according to the International Business Leaders Forum, a group that promotes business involvement in development projects.
While the bumper year for crisis fund-raising did prompt some skepticism about short-term checkbook charity work, many attending Davos this year say a fundamental shift in corporate philanthropy is under way.
'In the last few years, companies have begun to move beyond traditional philanthropy and basic compliance into a new kind of corporate and social responsibility,' said Jane Nelson, director of the corporate responsibility program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard. 'It is the new business environment that has prompted concrete steps by corporations.'
Critical shifts in the business environment highlighted by Nelson include a lower tolerance for bad behavior on the part of activists, and heightened compliance in the wake of Enron and other corporate scandals, combined with the global reach of even the most local media.
'Enron brought legislation to industry and, believe me, industry really does not like to be legislated,' said Alan Hassenfeld, chairman of the toy man"
By Thomas Crampton International Herald Tribune
FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2006
DAVOS, Switzerland At this time last year, corporations great and small attending the World Economic Forum raced to contribute to the tsunami relief effort, spinning their contributions as proof of commitment to doing good.
A total of more than $11 billion was raised over the year for tsunami victims, including $1 billion from individuals and private businesses. That amount is more than 10 times larger than what was raised for any previous disaster, according to the International Business Leaders Forum, a group that promotes business involvement in development projects.
While the bumper year for crisis fund-raising did prompt some skepticism about short-term checkbook charity work, many attending Davos this year say a fundamental shift in corporate philanthropy is under way.
'In the last few years, companies have begun to move beyond traditional philanthropy and basic compliance into a new kind of corporate and social responsibility,' said Jane Nelson, director of the corporate responsibility program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard. 'It is the new business environment that has prompted concrete steps by corporations.'
Critical shifts in the business environment highlighted by Nelson include a lower tolerance for bad behavior on the part of activists, and heightened compliance in the wake of Enron and other corporate scandals, combined with the global reach of even the most local media.
'Enron brought legislation to industry and, believe me, industry really does not like to be legislated,' said Alan Hassenfeld, chairman of the toy man"
FEMA to open apartments to displaced New Orleanians - Yahoo! News
FEMA to open apartments to displaced New Orleanians - Yahoo! News: "The federal government, criticized for taking too long to provide trailers to those made homeless by Hurricane Katrina, will give some New Orleanians rent-free apartments instead.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency plans this week to start housing displaced people in 325 apartments left empty when Katrina triggered a massive evacuation of the city. If the pilot program works, FEMA may house as many as 20,000 individuals and families in apartments. "
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency plans this week to start housing displaced people in 325 apartments left empty when Katrina triggered a massive evacuation of the city. If the pilot program works, FEMA may house as many as 20,000 individuals and families in apartments. "
Monday, January 23, 2006
Chinastic | 24-Hour Charity Drive Aids Needy
Chinastic | 24-Hour Charity Drive Aids Needy: "24-Hour Charity Drive Aids Needy
2006-01-23 09:35:19 Shanghai Daily
By Fu Yingqing - Four private companies paid 160,000 yuan (US$19,850) in total yesterday for four racehorses that were auctioned off by the Shanghai Charity Foundation."
2006-01-23 09:35:19 Shanghai Daily
By Fu Yingqing - Four private companies paid 160,000 yuan (US$19,850) in total yesterday for four racehorses that were auctioned off by the Shanghai Charity Foundation."
Daily Nebraskan - Students and staff eager to continue helping Katrina victims in Mississippi
Daily Nebraskan - Students and staff eager to continue helping Katrina victims in Mississippi: "Students and staff eager to continue helping Katrina victims in Mississippi
By MEREDITH GRUNKE
January 23, 2006
Waveland, Miss., is more than 1,000 miles away. But the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s influence there isn’t finished.
During winter break more than 90 UNL students, faculty and staff members traveled to Waveland, a Gulf Coast town of about 7,000, to assist with Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
On Friday evening about 80 of those trip participants gathered to share their experiences with approximately 20 other UNL administrators, faculty and staff members. Afterward, students gathered to discuss how they could continue their work in Mississippi."
By MEREDITH GRUNKE
January 23, 2006
Waveland, Miss., is more than 1,000 miles away. But the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s influence there isn’t finished.
During winter break more than 90 UNL students, faculty and staff members traveled to Waveland, a Gulf Coast town of about 7,000, to assist with Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
On Friday evening about 80 of those trip participants gathered to share their experiences with approximately 20 other UNL administrators, faculty and staff members. Afterward, students gathered to discuss how they could continue their work in Mississippi."
Friday, January 20, 2006
Lutheran group gets $800,000 for hurricane help - 2006-01-20
Lutheran group gets $800,000 for hurricane help - 2006-01-20: "Lutheran group gets $800,000 for hurricane help
Lutheran Social Services of the South has received more than $800,000 from another nonprofit group to help with hurricane relief in Texas and Louisiana."
Lutheran Social Services of the South has received more than $800,000 from another nonprofit group to help with hurricane relief in Texas and Louisiana."
thedesertsun.com | Katrina fund falling short of $5 million goal
thedesertsun.com | Katrina fund falling short of $5 million goal: "Katrina fund falling short of $5 million goal
SoCal residents can still donate to Bush-Clinton relief program
K Kaufmann
The Desert Sun
January 20, 2006
Responding to a $5 million challenge from the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, Southern Californians have donated an estimated $3.2 million to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund since September.
The current total falls short of predictions made when the Palm Desert foundation announced it would match every dollar up to $5 million donated by California residents south of Bakersfield."
SoCal residents can still donate to Bush-Clinton relief program
K Kaufmann
The Desert Sun
January 20, 2006
Responding to a $5 million challenge from the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, Southern Californians have donated an estimated $3.2 million to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund since September.
The current total falls short of predictions made when the Palm Desert foundation announced it would match every dollar up to $5 million donated by California residents south of Bakersfield."
Giving not showing fatigue that some analysts feared
Giving not showing fatigue that some analysts feared: "Giving not showing fatigue that some analysts feared
By Ken Camp
Published January 19, 2006
(ABP) -- News reports and televised images of suffering by South Asia tsunami victims or hurricane-ravaged Gulf Coast residents prompted Americans to reach deep into their pocketbooks to give last year.
Americans gave more than $2.7 billion to aid Gulf Coast hurricane victims in 2005 -- an amount near the total charitable gifts that followed the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Chronicle of Philanthropy reported. About two-thirds of those donations went to the American Red Cross.
International giving to Baptist World Aid -- the relief and development arm of the Baptist World Alliance -- topped $2.49 million for tsunami aid and $364,000 for the Gulf Coast hurricanes, as well as $135,000 for an earthquake in Pakistan.
The Southern Baptist International Mission Board reported $16.8 million in contributions for tsunami relief, plus more than 182,600 for the Pakistan earthquake, and the North American Mission Board reported more than $21.9 million in disaster relief giving related to the Gulf Coast hurricanes."
By Ken Camp
Published January 19, 2006
(ABP) -- News reports and televised images of suffering by South Asia tsunami victims or hurricane-ravaged Gulf Coast residents prompted Americans to reach deep into their pocketbooks to give last year.
Americans gave more than $2.7 billion to aid Gulf Coast hurricane victims in 2005 -- an amount near the total charitable gifts that followed the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Chronicle of Philanthropy reported. About two-thirds of those donations went to the American Red Cross.
International giving to Baptist World Aid -- the relief and development arm of the Baptist World Alliance -- topped $2.49 million for tsunami aid and $364,000 for the Gulf Coast hurricanes, as well as $135,000 for an earthquake in Pakistan.
The Southern Baptist International Mission Board reported $16.8 million in contributions for tsunami relief, plus more than 182,600 for the Pakistan earthquake, and the North American Mission Board reported more than $21.9 million in disaster relief giving related to the Gulf Coast hurricanes."
Thursday, January 19, 2006
Hurricanes Katrina & Rita Web Archive
Hurricanes Katrina & Rita Web Archive: "Internet Archive and many individual contributors created a comprehensive list of websites documenting the historic devastation and massive relief effort due to Hurricane Katrina. The sites were crawled between the dates of September 4 - October 17th. This collection, containing more than 25 million searchable documents, will be preserved by Internet Archive with access to historians, researchers, scholars and the general public.
Querying works generally as it does in Google with some caveats. See how querying works in the Katrina search for discussion."
Querying works generally as it does in Google with some caveats. See how querying works in the Katrina search for discussion."
Xinhua - English
Xinhua - English: "China pledges to increase humanitarian aid
www.chinaview.cn 2006-01-19 08:18:23
BEIJING, Jan.19 -- China yesterday pledged to play a bigger and more active humanitarian role within its own capability, in line with the country's growing economic power and national strength.
Chen Jian, assistant minister of commerce, said China, as a responsible country, has an obligation to join other nations in fighting more natural disasters in the world."
www.chinaview.cn 2006-01-19 08:18:23
BEIJING, Jan.19 -- China yesterday pledged to play a bigger and more active humanitarian role within its own capability, in line with the country's growing economic power and national strength.
Chen Jian, assistant minister of commerce, said China, as a responsible country, has an obligation to join other nations in fighting more natural disasters in the world."
J-Term Diaries: New Orleans -- Randoloph-Macon College | RMC.edu
J-Term Diaries: New Orleans -- Randoloph-Macon College | RMC.edu: "About the course:
Join the reflections of 29 Randolph-Macon students – and three faculty members – who will spend J-term assisting with hurricane relief efforts in New Orleans. This service-learning course will explore the human conditions of poverty, race and class, as well as the religious foundations for social responsibility and action in times of natural disasters. While in New Orleans, the class will serve under the auspices of the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and will be assisting with cleanup efforts in the greater New Orleans area. During their two week sojourn, they will stay at Gretna United Methodist Church."
Join the reflections of 29 Randolph-Macon students – and three faculty members – who will spend J-term assisting with hurricane relief efforts in New Orleans. This service-learning course will explore the human conditions of poverty, race and class, as well as the religious foundations for social responsibility and action in times of natural disasters. While in New Orleans, the class will serve under the auspices of the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and will be assisting with cleanup efforts in the greater New Orleans area. During their two week sojourn, they will stay at Gretna United Methodist Church."
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
More Than 3,200 Still Missing From Katrina - Yahoo! News
More Than 3,200 Still Missing From Katrina - Yahoo! News: "More than 3,200 people are officially still unaccounted for nearly five months after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast."
Hurricane Center Releases Wilma Report - Yahoo! News
Hurricane Center Releases Wilma Report - Yahoo! News: "MIAMI - Hurricane Wilma hit densely populated south Florida at Category 2 strength, and the storm was stronger than estimated when it struck Mexico, the
National Hurricane Center said Tuesday in its final report on the hurricane."
National Hurricane Center said Tuesday in its final report on the hurricane."
Related Blog on Tsunami Relief
We continue to post articles related to Tsunami Relief on this AFP Blog
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
Students Return to New Orleans Colleges - Yahoo! News
Students Return to New Orleans Colleges - Yahoo! News: "Hurricane Katrina closed several major New Orleans colleges last semester, but the start of classes Tuesday at Tulane, Xavier and Southern Universities marked a welcome return to routine.
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'I don't think I've ever been so excited about the first day of school. I'm so happy just to be back,' said Alissa Bigger, a Tulane sophomore. 'It's proving there's hope for the city. If the school can run, we can go back to doing normal things.'"
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'I don't think I've ever been so excited about the first day of school. I'm so happy just to be back,' said Alissa Bigger, a Tulane sophomore. 'It's proving there's hope for the city. If the school can run, we can go back to doing normal things.'"
Friday, January 13, 2006
Newschannel 5 Online
Newschannel 5 Online: "Volunteers of America need your help. The non-profit agency has a contract with both the state and federal government to work with evacuees in our community.
The grant money Volunteers of America received requires them to recruit volunteers to work with their case managers working with evacuees."
The grant money Volunteers of America received requires them to recruit volunteers to work with their case managers working with evacuees."
US investigates 230 Katrina relief aid cases - Yahoo! News
US investigates 230 Katrina relief aid cases - Yahoo! News: "Three dozen people have been arrested on fraud and other charges related to billions of dollars spent to help Hurricane Katrina victims with many more cases being looked at, according to a report released on Thursday."
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Big Easy: Who can rebuild? - Yahoo! News
Big Easy: Who can rebuild? - Yahoo! News: "Ever since hurricane Katrina washed much of New Orleans away, where to allow rebuilding has been Question No. 1. After months of emotionally exhaustive waiting and wondering, homeowners in the most devastated parts of the city now know the answer: They'll have to wait until late June to rebuild - and, even then, it's not certain their property will be safe from public seizure."
Thursday, January 12, 2006
New York Grantmakers Focus on Long-Term Rebuilding Strategies for the Gulf States
PRESS RELEASE
New York Grantmakers Focus on Long-Term Rebuilding Strategies for the Gulf States: "New York Grantmakers Focus on Long-Term Rebuilding Strategies for the Gulf States
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Hurricane Task Force Maintains a Sense of Urgency; Members Donate $88 Million
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Regional Association of
Grantmakers (NYRAG) convened members of 30 grantmaking organizations to
discuss long-term funding strategies for keeping the wheels of philanthropy in
motion long after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita devastated the Gulf region.
As a group, NYRAG members have contributed perhaps more than any other New
York-based organization to hurricane relief, recovery and rebuilding -- over
$88 million. NYRAG's hurricane-response task force discussed recovery
strategies at its initial meeting immediately after the hurricanes. Now,
despite a fading national spotlight in the Gulf, the task force is working to
maintain a sense of urgency and bring together a broad mix of people -- from
neighborhood leaders to corporate CEOs -- to forge redevelopment plans and
hash out ways to stimulate the Gulf region's economy and culture."
New York Grantmakers Focus on Long-Term Rebuilding Strategies for the Gulf States: "New York Grantmakers Focus on Long-Term Rebuilding Strategies for the Gulf States
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Hurricane Task Force Maintains a Sense of Urgency; Members Donate $88 Million
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Regional Association of
Grantmakers (NYRAG) convened members of 30 grantmaking organizations to
discuss long-term funding strategies for keeping the wheels of philanthropy in
motion long after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita devastated the Gulf region.
As a group, NYRAG members have contributed perhaps more than any other New
York-based organization to hurricane relief, recovery and rebuilding -- over
$88 million. NYRAG's hurricane-response task force discussed recovery
strategies at its initial meeting immediately after the hurricanes. Now,
despite a fading national spotlight in the Gulf, the task force is working to
maintain a sense of urgency and bring together a broad mix of people -- from
neighborhood leaders to corporate CEOs -- to forge redevelopment plans and
hash out ways to stimulate the Gulf region's economy and culture."
The Sun Herald | 01/12/2006 | Commission report recommendations
The Sun Herald | 01/12/2006 | Commission report recommendations: "Commission report recommendations
Here are the recommendations made by the Governor's Commission on Recovery, Rebuilding and Renewal in its final report released Wednesday:"
Here are the recommendations made by the Governor's Commission on Recovery, Rebuilding and Renewal in its final report released Wednesday:"
Richmond.com - Feature Story: 'Gulf Coast Diaries ' for
Richmond.com - Feature Story: 'Gulf Coast Diaries ' for: "Gulf Coast Diaries
R-MC students and faculty to spend two weeks in New Orleans
[Richmond News] Randolph-Macon students share what life is like in the Big Easy four months after Hurricane Katrina.
Richmond.comThursday, January 12, 2006On Saturday, Jan. 7, 29 students and three professors from Randolph-Macon College left Ashland for a two-week sojourn to New Orleans where they will assist in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
They are traveling to Louisiana as part of the January term course 'In the Human Wake of Hurricane Katrina: Poverty, Race, Class and Religion.' The group will spend two weeks working in an area known as New Orleans East and will live at Gretna United Methodist Church across the Mississippi River from the Big Easy (See story)."
R-MC students and faculty to spend two weeks in New Orleans
[Richmond News] Randolph-Macon students share what life is like in the Big Easy four months after Hurricane Katrina.
Richmond.comThursday, January 12, 2006On Saturday, Jan. 7, 29 students and three professors from Randolph-Macon College left Ashland for a two-week sojourn to New Orleans where they will assist in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
They are traveling to Louisiana as part of the January term course 'In the Human Wake of Hurricane Katrina: Poverty, Race, Class and Religion.' The group will spend two weeks working in an area known as New Orleans East and will live at Gretna United Methodist Church across the Mississippi River from the Big Easy (See story)."
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
New Orleans CityBusiness -- New Orleans CityBusiness
New Orleans CityBusiness -- New Orleans CityBusiness:
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"Lawyers on the staff also organized the governor’s submission to Congress of all the state’s emergency plans, staff e-mails, audio recordings and any other records having anything to do with hurricane preparedness in general and responses to Hurricane Katrina in particular.
Foti also worked with the Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations to help maximize contributions to local groups. He’s done public service announcements for radio and television asking people to go to www.lano.org to find local nonprofits to which they should contribute."
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"Lawyers on the staff also organized the governor’s submission to Congress of all the state’s emergency plans, staff e-mails, audio recordings and any other records having anything to do with hurricane preparedness in general and responses to Hurricane Katrina in particular.
Foti also worked with the Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations to help maximize contributions to local groups. He’s done public service announcements for radio and television asking people to go to www.lano.org to find local nonprofits to which they should contribute."
New Models for Philanthropy Help Gulf Coast Writers Rebuild from Hurricane Katrina's Destruction - Yahoo! News
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New Models for Philanthropy Help Gulf Coast Writers Rebuild from Hurricane Katrina's Destruction - Yahoo! News: "With determination and passion, a New Orleans writer single-handedly built a coalition including a national labor union, publishing house, and local coffee shop to help Gulf Coast writers rebuild libraries destroyed by Katrina's flood waters. Becky Rolland, who herself lost her home and job in Hurricane Katrina, is helping restore literary collections by connecting area writers with writers union members nationwide."
New Models for Philanthropy Help Gulf Coast Writers Rebuild from Hurricane Katrina's Destruction - Yahoo! News: "With determination and passion, a New Orleans writer single-handedly built a coalition including a national labor union, publishing house, and local coffee shop to help Gulf Coast writers rebuild libraries destroyed by Katrina's flood waters. Becky Rolland, who herself lost her home and job in Hurricane Katrina, is helping restore literary collections by connecting area writers with writers union members nationwide."
Monday, January 09, 2006
United Press International - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper
United Press International - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper: "U.S. 'donor fatigue' not evident in 2005
Jan. 9, 2006 at 11:13AM
Despite fears charitable donations would decline in disaster-filled 2005 due to 'donor fatigue,' U.S. charities received $245 billion.
'It's so logical to think that there would be this donor fatigue, but there's not much evidence of it,' said Eugene Tempel, executive director of the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University.
Some charities not connected to disaster-relief efforts told The Washington Post that last year's catastrophes, particularly Hurricane Katrina, actually helped fundraising efforts because they heightened awareness of non-profit g"
Jan. 9, 2006 at 11:13AM
Despite fears charitable donations would decline in disaster-filled 2005 due to 'donor fatigue,' U.S. charities received $245 billion.
'It's so logical to think that there would be this donor fatigue, but there's not much evidence of it,' said Eugene Tempel, executive director of the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University.
Some charities not connected to disaster-relief efforts told The Washington Post that last year's catastrophes, particularly Hurricane Katrina, actually helped fundraising efforts because they heightened awareness of non-profit g"
Rights Conference Focuses on Katrina - Yahoo! News
Rights Conference Focuses on Katrina - Yahoo! News: "New Orleans residents displaced by Hurricane Katrina must be allowed to return and have the chance to profit from the rebuilding effort, NAACP President Bruce Gordon said Sunday."
Daily Record - Local News - Quake donations sit as school club can't pay shipping
Daily Record - Local News - Quake donations sit as school club can't pay shipping: "Quake donations sit as school club can't pay shipping
Parsippany teacher seeks funds to mail packages to Pakistan
BY LAURA BRUNO
DAILY RECORD
PARSIPPANY -- The 30 boxes are packed and ready to go. They are filled with warm coats, blankets, sleeping bags, hats and scarves collected for the millions of Pakistanis left homeless after a devastating earthquake three months ago.
But the care packages are in limbo, stuck in a Parsippany High School teacher's storage room.
Despite attempts to donate to nine relief agencies, from the Red Cross to Save the Children, English teacher Dianne Feula hasn't found any organization willing to ship the items for them."
Parsippany teacher seeks funds to mail packages to Pakistan
BY LAURA BRUNO
DAILY RECORD
PARSIPPANY -- The 30 boxes are packed and ready to go. They are filled with warm coats, blankets, sleeping bags, hats and scarves collected for the millions of Pakistanis left homeless after a devastating earthquake three months ago.
But the care packages are in limbo, stuck in a Parsippany High School teacher's storage room.
Despite attempts to donate to nine relief agencies, from the Red Cross to Save the Children, English teacher Dianne Feula hasn't found any organization willing to ship the items for them."
Tuesday
Tuesday: "US thanks TT for Katrina
PRIME MINISTER Patrick Manning yesterday received a copy of a resolution from the United States House of Representatives which thanked all foreign governments, organisations and individuals which offered various forms of assistance and support persons affected by the August 29 2005 passage of Hurricane Katrina through the US Gulf Coast region."
PRIME MINISTER Patrick Manning yesterday received a copy of a resolution from the United States House of Representatives which thanked all foreign governments, organisations and individuals which offered various forms of assistance and support persons affected by the August 29 2005 passage of Hurricane Katrina through the US Gulf Coast region."
Wisconsin State Journal
Wisconsin State Journal: "trained, drained Adair asks for a transfer
DOUG ERICKSON derickson@madison.com
On the bus trip back from the Houston Astrodome, Rita Adair, the Dane County social worker who led a private mission to bring Hurricane Katrina victims to Madison, doubled over in her seat, clutching her chest and breathing heavily.
A panicked passenger summoned Dr. Jeremy Jaskunas, a UW Medical Foundation doctor traveling with the group.
Fearing that Adair, 50, was having a mild heart attack, Jaskunas gave her a nitroglycerin tablet to improve her blood flow. He began searching for a hospital, but Adair refused to let him divert the bus. Jaskunas gave her a second nitroglycerin tablet.
Adair went on to greet reporters in Madison and to place all 13 Katrina evacuees in apartments. Only then did she drive herself to St. Mary's Hospital, where she remained for 24 hours for exhaustion."
DOUG ERICKSON derickson@madison.com
On the bus trip back from the Houston Astrodome, Rita Adair, the Dane County social worker who led a private mission to bring Hurricane Katrina victims to Madison, doubled over in her seat, clutching her chest and breathing heavily.
A panicked passenger summoned Dr. Jeremy Jaskunas, a UW Medical Foundation doctor traveling with the group.
Fearing that Adair, 50, was having a mild heart attack, Jaskunas gave her a nitroglycerin tablet to improve her blood flow. He began searching for a hospital, but Adair refused to let him divert the bus. Jaskunas gave her a second nitroglycerin tablet.
Adair went on to greet reporters in Madison and to place all 13 Katrina evacuees in apartments. Only then did she drive herself to St. Mary's Hospital, where she remained for 24 hours for exhaustion."
Friday, January 06, 2006
BizNewOrleans: News-14 major nonprofits meet in New Orleans
BizNewOrleans: News: "14 major nonprofits meet in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS — Fourteen of the nation's largest nonprofit human services organizations are gathering in New Orleans today to reaffirm their collective commitment to focus on the human side of rebuilding lives in the Gulf Coast area.
In order to keep the focus on human needs during the long Gulf Coast recovery and rebuilding progress, the group will undertake a listening initiative to aggressively engage people, understand their needs and take those messages to those who can most effect change. This effort will begin in the first quarter of 2006 and include visits to communities throughout the affected areas.
'We remain committed to ensuring the viability of neighborhoods; providing for the development and education of children; and encouraging the self-sufficiency of the citizens of the area,' says Brian Gallagher of United Way of America. "
NEW ORLEANS — Fourteen of the nation's largest nonprofit human services organizations are gathering in New Orleans today to reaffirm their collective commitment to focus on the human side of rebuilding lives in the Gulf Coast area.
In order to keep the focus on human needs during the long Gulf Coast recovery and rebuilding progress, the group will undertake a listening initiative to aggressively engage people, understand their needs and take those messages to those who can most effect change. This effort will begin in the first quarter of 2006 and include visits to communities throughout the affected areas.
'We remain committed to ensuring the viability of neighborhoods; providing for the development and education of children; and encouraging the self-sufficiency of the citizens of the area,' says Brian Gallagher of United Way of America. "
Schools See First Hurricane Relief Money - Yahoo! News
Schools See First Hurricane Relief Money - Yahoo! News: "The Bush administration handed out the first hurricane relief payments to schools and colleges, awarding more than $250 million on Thursday to four Gulf Coast states as part of a $1.6 billion in recovery aid."
Thursday, January 05, 2006
Study Will Follow Katrina Survivors - Yahoo! News
Study Will Follow Katrina Survivors - Yahoo! News: "The struggles and stories of some 2,000 Hurricane Katrina survivors across the country will be documented regularly over the next two years in a project that aims to track their recovery. Their tales will be published and their advice sought for government policy makers, researchers said Thursday."
The Hindu : Tamil Nadu / Nagapattinam News : NGO opens information centre
The Hindu : Tamil Nadu / Nagapattinam News : NGO opens information centre: "NGO opens information centre
Staff Reporter
NAGAPATTINAM: An information centre for providing education and disaster risk management was inaugurated recently in the tsunami-affected coastal hamlet of Manikkapangu here in the district.
The information centre was started by ANNAI (Association for Natural Resource Management and National Integrated Improvement), an NGO working for the relief and rehabilitation in the tsunami-affected areas with the assistance of Care India. V.S.Gurumani, chief of Care India, inaugurated the information centre."
Staff Reporter
NAGAPATTINAM: An information centre for providing education and disaster risk management was inaugurated recently in the tsunami-affected coastal hamlet of Manikkapangu here in the district.
The information centre was started by ANNAI (Association for Natural Resource Management and National Integrated Improvement), an NGO working for the relief and rehabilitation in the tsunami-affected areas with the assistance of Care India. V.S.Gurumani, chief of Care India, inaugurated the information centre."
The Jakarta Post - Soros lends name to charity gala
The Jakarta Post - Soros lends name to charity gala: "Some have called him a villain, others a champion of democracy. Vilified and glorified, George Soros -- one of the more controversial figures of the last decade -- is in town.
The Hungarian-born tycoon turned international philanthropist is in Jakarta to, among other things, speak at a charity dinner and visit Aceh."
The Hungarian-born tycoon turned international philanthropist is in Jakarta to, among other things, speak at a charity dinner and visit Aceh."
Opinion: The Selma Enterprise:"Charitable gift giving
Opinion: The Selma Enterprise: Serving Selma, California: "charitable gift giving
Stories about tsunamis, earthquakes and hurricanes seemed to dominate the headlines in most major newspapers during the course of 2005.
But little has been said about the willingness of Americans to open their hearts — and their pocketbooks — and lend a helping hand to the victims of these disasters.
So here’s a feel-good story that should be of interest to most people.
Before I get into that, it should be noted that apparently the United States is perceived by some as being “stingy.” Nothing could be further from the truth.
The fact is Americans have donated nearly $2 billion to countries in South Asia in the aftermath of the devastating tsunami there. In the fall, U.S. donors also contributed approximately $78 million to the earthquake relief effort in Pakistan."
Stories about tsunamis, earthquakes and hurricanes seemed to dominate the headlines in most major newspapers during the course of 2005.
But little has been said about the willingness of Americans to open their hearts — and their pocketbooks — and lend a helping hand to the victims of these disasters.
So here’s a feel-good story that should be of interest to most people.
Before I get into that, it should be noted that apparently the United States is perceived by some as being “stingy.” Nothing could be further from the truth.
The fact is Americans have donated nearly $2 billion to countries in South Asia in the aftermath of the devastating tsunami there. In the fall, U.S. donors also contributed approximately $78 million to the earthquake relief effort in Pakistan."
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
FEMA: Evacuees in Hotels Get New Deadline - Yahoo! News
FEMA: Evacuees in Hotels Get New Deadline - Yahoo! News: "NEW ORLEANS - Hurricane Katrina evacuees around the nation who faced a Jan. 7 deadline for checking out of their government-funded hotel rooms have received a reprieve: Federal officials will keep paying for the rooms beyond that date as they iron out issues arising from a class-action lawsuit."
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
onPhilanthropy - Annus Horribilis – What Can We Learn from 2005?
onPhilanthropy - Annus Horribilis – What Can We Learn from 2005?: "Annus Horribilis – What Can We Learn from 2005?
By: Carolyn Cavicchio, 12/29/05
As we prepare to close the calendar on 2005, corporate grantmakers are drawing a collective sigh of relief. From December 26, 2004 though October 8, 2005, aid organizations and their corporate supporters responded to four major natural disasters in less than 11 months. The South Asian Tsunami. Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The South Asia Earthquake. Communities and economies as different as Banda Aceh, New Orleans, and Kashmir facing similar, unbelievable levels of destruction.
In response to these disasters, billions of dollars in aid has been contributed by individuals, governments, and the corporate sector. For corporate grantmakers in particular, what lessons are there to be learned from these disasters?"
By: Carolyn Cavicchio, 12/29/05
As we prepare to close the calendar on 2005, corporate grantmakers are drawing a collective sigh of relief. From December 26, 2004 though October 8, 2005, aid organizations and their corporate supporters responded to four major natural disasters in less than 11 months. The South Asian Tsunami. Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The South Asia Earthquake. Communities and economies as different as Banda Aceh, New Orleans, and Kashmir facing similar, unbelievable levels of destruction.
In response to these disasters, billions of dollars in aid has been contributed by individuals, governments, and the corporate sector. For corporate grantmakers in particular, what lessons are there to be learned from these disasters?"
Friday, December 30, 2005
Kuna site|Story page|KRCS presents USD 2.8 million check for Katrina re...11/30/2005
Kuna site|Story page|KRCS presents USD 2.8 million check for Katrina re...11/30/2005: "KRCS presents USD 2.8 million check for Katrina relief efforts
PPL-KUWAIT-HURRICANE-AID
KRCS presents USD 2.8 million check for Katrina relief efforts
By Saad Al-Ali (With photos) WASHINGTON, Nov 30 (KUNA) -- The Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) has presented a check of USD 2.8 million to the American Red Cross Society as a contribution from the 'people of Kuwait' to the relief efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita that hit the southern US states this year."
PPL-KUWAIT-HURRICANE-AID
KRCS presents USD 2.8 million check for Katrina relief efforts
By Saad Al-Ali (With photos) WASHINGTON, Nov 30 (KUNA) -- The Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) has presented a check of USD 2.8 million to the American Red Cross Society as a contribution from the 'people of Kuwait' to the relief efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita that hit the southern US states this year."
Thursday, December 29, 2005
Marsalis, City Workers to Drop Ball in NYC
Marsalis, City Workers to Drop Ball in NYC: "Marsalis, City Workers to Drop Ball in NYC
Staff and agencies
29 December, 2005
By VERENA DOBNIK, 46 minutes ago
NEW YORK - Workers from city agencies that joined in the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, along with New Orleans jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, will serve as the guests of honor at the annual New Year‘s Eve bash in Times Square.
'I am grateful to Mayor Bloomberg for giving me the opportunity to show that in this season of renewal, the people of the gulf region will rebuild and rejoice once again,' said Marsalis, who organized one of the major fund-raising shows for New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina."
Staff and agencies
29 December, 2005
By VERENA DOBNIK, 46 minutes ago
NEW YORK - Workers from city agencies that joined in the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, along with New Orleans jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, will serve as the guests of honor at the annual New Year‘s Eve bash in Times Square.
'I am grateful to Mayor Bloomberg for giving me the opportunity to show that in this season of renewal, the people of the gulf region will rebuild and rejoice once again,' said Marsalis, who organized one of the major fund-raising shows for New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina."
Congress Should Investigate the United Nations Tsunami Relief Effort
Congress Should Investigate the United Nations Tsunami Relief Effort: "Congress Should Investigate the United Nations Tsunami Relief Effort
by Nile Gardiner, Ph.D.
WebMemo #952
December 28, 2005 | |
This week marks the anniversary of the tsunami disaster which struck large sections of Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Africa on December 26, 2004. The tsunami claimed some 231,000 lives and displaced 2 million people. The disaster prompted an outpouring of humanitarian help from around the world, with an estimated total of $13.6 billion in aid pledged, including $6.16 billion in government assistance, $2.3 billion from international financial institutions, and $5.1 billion from individuals and companies.[1]
The huge international relief effort is being co-coordinated by the United Nations, and involves an astonishing 39 U.N. agencies, from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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by Nile Gardiner, Ph.D.
WebMemo #952
December 28, 2005 | |
This week marks the anniversary of the tsunami disaster which struck large sections of Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Africa on December 26, 2004. The tsunami claimed some 231,000 lives and displaced 2 million people. The disaster prompted an outpouring of humanitarian help from around the world, with an estimated total of $13.6 billion in aid pledged, including $6.16 billion in government assistance, $2.3 billion from international financial institutions, and $5.1 billion from individuals and companies.[1]
The huge international relief effort is being co-coordinated by the United Nations, and involves an astonishing 39 U.N. agencies, from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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TheInd.com - "Local nonprofit organizations learn to operate in a financial landscape altered by back-to-back natural disasters.
TheInd.com - News | Business | Culture - Weekly - Lafayette LA: "Local nonprofit organizations learn to operate in a financial landscape altered by back-to-back natural disasters.
By Shala Carlson | 12/28/2005
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Director Kimberly Jones and Executive Director Bill Charbonnet of Lafayette Catholic Service Centers are concerned that programs such as St. Joseph Diner and Opelousas’ New Life Center could suffer if donors are tapped out after making hurricane relief contributions.
Photo by Terri Fensel
There was a time not all that long ago when the line of people seeking assistance from Lafayette Catholic Service Centers wrapped its way around the organization’s St. John Street offices. Most days, displaced families — many of them left without homes and resources by hurricanes Katrina and Rita — began queuing up as early as 5 a.m. Some slept in the parking lot or on the sidewalk out front to make sure they would receive a Wal-Mart gift card or help with filling a prescription that day.
The long lines aren’t there any more, but Executive Director Bill Charbonnet and Director Kimberly Jones say things are still far from normal. Evacuee needs have been substantial over the past four months, and Lafayette Catholic Service Centers has provided more than $300,000 in assistance to more than 5,000 families. “As soon as we receive it, we’re spending it,” says Jones, who points out that the center is deducting no administrative costs from hurricane donations. “Every dollar we get is distributed.”"
By Shala Carlson | 12/28/2005
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Director Kimberly Jones and Executive Director Bill Charbonnet of Lafayette Catholic Service Centers are concerned that programs such as St. Joseph Diner and Opelousas’ New Life Center could suffer if donors are tapped out after making hurricane relief contributions.
Photo by Terri Fensel
There was a time not all that long ago when the line of people seeking assistance from Lafayette Catholic Service Centers wrapped its way around the organization’s St. John Street offices. Most days, displaced families — many of them left without homes and resources by hurricanes Katrina and Rita — began queuing up as early as 5 a.m. Some slept in the parking lot or on the sidewalk out front to make sure they would receive a Wal-Mart gift card or help with filling a prescription that day.
The long lines aren’t there any more, but Executive Director Bill Charbonnet and Director Kimberly Jones say things are still far from normal. Evacuee needs have been substantial over the past four months, and Lafayette Catholic Service Centers has provided more than $300,000 in assistance to more than 5,000 families. “As soon as we receive it, we’re spending it,” says Jones, who points out that the center is deducting no administrative costs from hurricane donations. “Every dollar we get is distributed.”"
WAVY.COM - Charity puts tsunami relief at $8.8 million
WAVY.COM - Charity puts tsunami relief at $8.8 million: "Charity puts tsunami relief at $8.8 million
RICHMOND, Va. A year after the Asian tsunami, Christian Children's Fund says it has completed eight-point-eight (m) million dollars in recovery and rebuilding efforts in tsunami-affected areas of Sri Lanka, India and Indonesia.
The Richmond-based charity says it will continue its tsunami recovery programs in these countries for two more years, using nine-point-two (m) million dollars remaining from tsunami donations and grants. C-C-F says it will focus on continued reconstruction and other programs."
RICHMOND, Va. A year after the Asian tsunami, Christian Children's Fund says it has completed eight-point-eight (m) million dollars in recovery and rebuilding efforts in tsunami-affected areas of Sri Lanka, India and Indonesia.
The Richmond-based charity says it will continue its tsunami recovery programs in these countries for two more years, using nine-point-two (m) million dollars remaining from tsunami donations and grants. C-C-F says it will focus on continued reconstruction and other programs."
Christmas in New Orleans
Christmas in New Orleans: "Christmas in New Orleans
Ron Riekki
For months I had emailed and called agencies seeing if I could volunteer for the Katrina Relief efforts. None of the organizations answered my queries, except for one generic mass email I received from Habitat for Humanity. So instead I had a friend of mine, Jay Melder who lives in Baton Rouge, make some calls. He, of course, living there, was much more successful. Understandably, several of the organizations in Louisiana are too busy to respond to a faceless email from the Midwest. They need people that are in the immediate vicinity. I wasn’t. So I figured if I went on my own I would be there and it would be tough to turn me away. Such was the case.
As soon as my flight got in, I called Volunteer Baton Rouge and they gave me several numbers to call. The first was the Salvation Army, but they were fully staffed with volunteers for a job that involved packing lunches. I tried the next number—Catholic Community Services. They were interested. The job was a dream job for a volunteer, especially one who used to fantasize about working at Santa’s Workshop in the North Pole back when he was a preteen. The job: organize and deliver presents to Baton Rouge’s poor and displaced children from New Orleans."
Ron Riekki
For months I had emailed and called agencies seeing if I could volunteer for the Katrina Relief efforts. None of the organizations answered my queries, except for one generic mass email I received from Habitat for Humanity. So instead I had a friend of mine, Jay Melder who lives in Baton Rouge, make some calls. He, of course, living there, was much more successful. Understandably, several of the organizations in Louisiana are too busy to respond to a faceless email from the Midwest. They need people that are in the immediate vicinity. I wasn’t. So I figured if I went on my own I would be there and it would be tough to turn me away. Such was the case.
As soon as my flight got in, I called Volunteer Baton Rouge and they gave me several numbers to call. The first was the Salvation Army, but they were fully staffed with volunteers for a job that involved packing lunches. I tried the next number—Catholic Community Services. They were interested. The job was a dream job for a volunteer, especially one who used to fantasize about working at Santa’s Workshop in the North Pole back when he was a preteen. The job: organize and deliver presents to Baton Rouge’s poor and displaced children from New Orleans."
49 indicted in Red Cross scam - Nightly News with Brian Williams - MSNBC.com
49 indicted in Red Cross scam - Nightly News with Brian Williams - MSNBC.com: "49 indicted in Red Cross scam
Temporary workers at Katrina call centers were allegedly stealing from assistance fund
By Tom Costello
Correspondent
NBC News
Updated: 8:04 p.m. ET Dec. 27, 2005
WASHINGTON D.C. - It’s a case of Katrina fraud that prosecutors say just keeps getting bigger— as much as $400,000 stolen from the Red Cross, and so far, 49 people under indictment."
Temporary workers at Katrina call centers were allegedly stealing from assistance fund
By Tom Costello
Correspondent
NBC News
Updated: 8:04 p.m. ET Dec. 27, 2005
WASHINGTON D.C. - It’s a case of Katrina fraud that prosecutors say just keeps getting bigger— as much as $400,000 stolen from the Red Cross, and so far, 49 people under indictment."
Tuesday, December 27, 2005
Spero News | Website opens tsunami aid to public scrutiny
Spero News | Website opens tsunami aid to public scrutiny: "PHUKET, Thailand (IPS) - As survivors in Asia struggle to rebuild after last December's devastating tsunami, a new window of hope has opened in cyberspace for four affected countries.
A website is offering comprehensive details of how much money has poured into Thailand, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and the Maldives, as against the billions of dollars pledged by the international community in response to the unprecedented natural disaster."
A website is offering comprehensive details of how much money has poured into Thailand, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and the Maldives, as against the billions of dollars pledged by the international community in response to the unprecedented natural disaster."
Karen Woods on Charity on National Review Online
Karen Woods on Charity on National Review Online: "tis the season for giving, but let's do it wisely.
Congress, concerned that all those hurricane-relief dollars flowing south could pinch charitable donations elsewhere, fashioned the Katrina Emergency Tax Relief Act of 2005. The law generated unprecedented opportunity for nonprofit giving this year. That's good news for the 321,000 nonprofits with gross receipts over $25,000. But it's even better news for the majority of U. S. charities — 840,000 of them — with annual revenue of less than $25,000. The strategy is working: More than $3 billion in private donated relief from ordinary Americans has made this a record breaking year for giving.
You always hope that when Americans offer such an outpouring of generosity, that the money will be used effectively. Recent history isn't comforting. The Chronicle of Philanthropy analyzed the torrent of aid that followed the tsunamis last year in South Asia. The paper concluded that 'signs of progress remain rare as the calamity's one year anniversary approaches. Lack of coordination among charities and government agencies, as well as misguided gestures by well-intentioned donors, volunteers, and charities, are key reasons.'"
Congress, concerned that all those hurricane-relief dollars flowing south could pinch charitable donations elsewhere, fashioned the Katrina Emergency Tax Relief Act of 2005. The law generated unprecedented opportunity for nonprofit giving this year. That's good news for the 321,000 nonprofits with gross receipts over $25,000. But it's even better news for the majority of U. S. charities — 840,000 of them — with annual revenue of less than $25,000. The strategy is working: More than $3 billion in private donated relief from ordinary Americans has made this a record breaking year for giving.
You always hope that when Americans offer such an outpouring of generosity, that the money will be used effectively. Recent history isn't comforting. The Chronicle of Philanthropy analyzed the torrent of aid that followed the tsunamis last year in South Asia. The paper concluded that 'signs of progress remain rare as the calamity's one year anniversary approaches. Lack of coordination among charities and government agencies, as well as misguided gestures by well-intentioned donors, volunteers, and charities, are key reasons.'"
Asia, Far East, news and analysis Times Online, The Times, Sunday Times
Asia, Far East, news and analysis Times Online, The Times, Sunday Times: "
Asia
The Times December 26, 2005
�244m donations are still unused in charity accounts
By Daniel McGrory
BRITAIN’S leading charities have banked twice as much money from last year’s tsunami appeal as they have spent so far in those countries ravaged by the waves. The public donated a record �372 million, but at the last count the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) has spent only �128 million.
Aid workers explain that the overwhelming public response presented them with a challenge almost as daunting as coping with the world’s biggest relief operation. Beverley Cohen, of the DEC, which embraces a dozen of Britain’s best-known aid agencies, said: “Cash was coming in faster than we could spend it. We would have loved to have housed everybody by now, and have every child back in school, but this was never going to be a quick fix."
Asia
The Times December 26, 2005
�244m donations are still unused in charity accounts
By Daniel McGrory
BRITAIN’S leading charities have banked twice as much money from last year’s tsunami appeal as they have spent so far in those countries ravaged by the waves. The public donated a record �372 million, but at the last count the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) has spent only �128 million.
Aid workers explain that the overwhelming public response presented them with a challenge almost as daunting as coping with the world’s biggest relief operation. Beverley Cohen, of the DEC, which embraces a dozen of Britain’s best-known aid agencies, said: “Cash was coming in faster than we could spend it. We would have loved to have housed everybody by now, and have every child back in school, but this was never going to be a quick fix."
One year later, wrath of tsunami is recalled
One year later, wrath of tsunami is recalled: "One year later, wrath of tsunami is recalled
United in grief, survivors remember loved ones swept away
December 27, 2005
ASSOCIATED PRESS
BANDA ACEH, Indonesia -- Survivors wept and prayed beside mass graves and at beachside memorials Monday, marking one year since earthquake-churned walls of water crashed ashore in a dozen nations, sweeping away hundreds of thousands of lives and uniting the world in grief and horror.
Mourners filled mosques in Indonesia's shattered Aceh province, the region hit hardest. Candlelight vigils in chilly Sweden remembered citizens lost during sunny holidays. An achingly personal tribute -- a bouquet of white roses -- stuck in the sand in Thailand."
United in grief, survivors remember loved ones swept away
December 27, 2005
ASSOCIATED PRESS
BANDA ACEH, Indonesia -- Survivors wept and prayed beside mass graves and at beachside memorials Monday, marking one year since earthquake-churned walls of water crashed ashore in a dozen nations, sweeping away hundreds of thousands of lives and uniting the world in grief and horror.
Mourners filled mosques in Indonesia's shattered Aceh province, the region hit hardest. Candlelight vigils in chilly Sweden remembered citizens lost during sunny holidays. An achingly personal tribute -- a bouquet of white roses -- stuck in the sand in Thailand."
A wave that reshaped global response - Yahoo! News
A wave that reshaped global response - Yahoo! News: "WASHINGTON - One year ago - on Dec. 26, 2004 - a magnitude 9.15 earthquake with an epicenter off the coast of Indonesia triggered a tsunami of epic proportions affecting 12 Indian Ocean countries, killing more than 225,000 people and displacing another 1.7 million. It also set off an unprecedented international response that may prove to be a model for future disaster relief.
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The global reaction to the tsunami was immediate and extensive, as governments, militaries, the
United Nations, and hundreds of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) mobilized. Relief operations proceeded quickly and effectively, providing food, clean water, health services, and temporary shelter for hundreds of thousands of people. The remarkable response prevented the widely anticipated 'second tsunami' of disease and malnutrition."
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The global reaction to the tsunami was immediate and extensive, as governments, militaries, the
United Nations, and hundreds of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) mobilized. Relief operations proceeded quickly and effectively, providing food, clean water, health services, and temporary shelter for hundreds of thousands of people. The remarkable response prevented the widely anticipated 'second tsunami' of disease and malnutrition."
Business: If disaster strikes, U.S. companies are there
Business: If disaster strikes, U.S. companies are there: "If disaster strikes, U.S. companies are there
In a year of global devastation, more companies are opening their wallets to help, which also boosts their images.
By Associated Press
Published December 25, 2005
NEW YORK - The killer tsunamis, hurricanes and earthquakes of the past year have led to more aid from U.S. companies, which are increasingly reaching out to donate money and supplies and provide expertise, training and services.
Awash in cash as a result of the high-flying economy, corporations and executives' private foundations can respond faster, helped by the overseas presence of many U.S. businesses that often see an opportunity to advance their strategic interests. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the devastating Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami of Dec. 26, 2004, triggered the largest corporate aid effort for an international disaster and is second only to the $750-million collected after the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks."
In a year of global devastation, more companies are opening their wallets to help, which also boosts their images.
By Associated Press
Published December 25, 2005
NEW YORK - The killer tsunamis, hurricanes and earthquakes of the past year have led to more aid from U.S. companies, which are increasingly reaching out to donate money and supplies and provide expertise, training and services.
Awash in cash as a result of the high-flying economy, corporations and executives' private foundations can respond faster, helped by the overseas presence of many U.S. businesses that often see an opportunity to advance their strategic interests. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the devastating Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami of Dec. 26, 2004, triggered the largest corporate aid effort for an international disaster and is second only to the $750-million collected after the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks."
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
courant.com | Role In Relief Rising
courant.com | Role In Relief Rising: "Role In Relief Rising
U.S. Businesses Giving Worldwide In Response To Natural Disasters
December 21, 2005
By VIOREL URMA, Associated Press
The killer tsunamis, hurricanes and earthquakes of the past year have led to more aid from U.S. companies, which are increasingly reaching out to donate money and supplies and provide expertise, training and services.
Awash in cash as a result of the high-flying economy, corporations and executives' private foundations can now respond faster, helped by the overseas presence of many U.S. businesses, which often see an opportunity to advance their strategic interests. "
U.S. Businesses Giving Worldwide In Response To Natural Disasters
December 21, 2005
By VIOREL URMA, Associated Press
The killer tsunamis, hurricanes and earthquakes of the past year have led to more aid from U.S. companies, which are increasingly reaching out to donate money and supplies and provide expertise, training and services.
Awash in cash as a result of the high-flying economy, corporations and executives' private foundations can now respond faster, helped by the overseas presence of many U.S. businesses, which often see an opportunity to advance their strategic interests. "
Generosity Inc.
Generosity Inc.: "Most Washingtonians haven't heard of Bay St. Louis, Miss. But down in that hurricane-ravaged area, I suspect they are feeling pretty warmly these days toward our region's business community.
Three weeks after Katrina struck, the Loudoun Medical Group, the largest physicians group in Northern Virginia, teamed up with the Loudoun Foundation and a dozen other local businesses -- including America Online, Independence Air, Inova Health System and Seitz Technologies -- to open a medical relief mission at the old train depot in Bay St. Louis, providing free medical services and medications. Doctors, nurses and administrators from Loudoun and Fairfax counties, along with other volunteers, have been rotating through the community ever since, treating more than 8,000 people."
Three weeks after Katrina struck, the Loudoun Medical Group, the largest physicians group in Northern Virginia, teamed up with the Loudoun Foundation and a dozen other local businesses -- including America Online, Independence Air, Inova Health System and Seitz Technologies -- to open a medical relief mission at the old train depot in Bay St. Louis, providing free medical services and medications. Doctors, nurses and administrators from Loudoun and Fairfax counties, along with other volunteers, have been rotating through the community ever since, treating more than 8,000 people."
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
CBC News: Tsunami recovery 'impressive,' says Oxfam
CBC News: Tsunami recovery 'impressive,' says Oxfam: "Tsunami recovery 'impressive,' says Oxfam
Last Updated Tue, 20 Dec 2005 08:52:16 EST
CBC News
More than half of the people affected by last year's tsunami are back at work, and economies are fast returning to normal, according to a new report by Oxfam International.
The report focuses on the recovery that has occurred throughout the year, and offers some surprising numbers."
Last Updated Tue, 20 Dec 2005 08:52:16 EST
CBC News
More than half of the people affected by last year's tsunami are back at work, and economies are fast returning to normal, according to a new report by Oxfam International.
The report focuses on the recovery that has occurred throughout the year, and offers some surprising numbers."
New Zealand, world, sport, business & entertainment news on Stuff.co.nz: Where did our tsunami donations go?
New Zealand, world, sport, business & entertainment news on Stuff.co.nz: Where did our tsunami donations go?: "Where did our tsunami donations go?
21 December 2005
By CHALPAT SONTI
Less than half of the $94 million New Zealanders donated for the Boxing Day tsunami relief effort has been spent, as hundreds of thousands of victims continue to live in rotten tents and shacks.
New Zealand and other countries which contributed to a massive worldwide response are watching helplessly as rebuilding continues at a snail's pace, a year after the waves struck.
There are also claims that private relief agencies have stashed some of the money for future natural disasters."
21 December 2005
By CHALPAT SONTI
Less than half of the $94 million New Zealanders donated for the Boxing Day tsunami relief effort has been spent, as hundreds of thousands of victims continue to live in rotten tents and shacks.
New Zealand and other countries which contributed to a massive worldwide response are watching helplessly as rebuilding continues at a snail's pace, a year after the waves struck.
There are also claims that private relief agencies have stashed some of the money for future natural disasters."
Volunteers Clear Out New Orleans Synagogue - Yahoo! News
Volunteers Clear Out New Orleans Synagogue - Yahoo! News: "Standing on moldy and debris-covered floors, college students cleaning up a Jewish temple paused Monday for a prayer service — the first at Beth
Israel Synagogue since Hurricane Katrina flooded it with more than 10 feet of water three months ago.
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The dozen or so students were among roughly 50 from colleges across the country who have come to New Orleans to spend their winter break helping with recovery efforts at the century-old synagogue, as well as at area homes and schools left damaged by the storm."
Israel Synagogue since Hurricane Katrina flooded it with more than 10 feet of water three months ago.
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The dozen or so students were among roughly 50 from colleges across the country who have come to New Orleans to spend their winter break helping with recovery efforts at the century-old synagogue, as well as at area homes and schools left damaged by the storm."
Guardian Unlimited | Special reports | Analysis: Giving something back
Guardian Unlimited | Special reports | Analysis: Giving something back: "As the first anniversary of the south Asian tsunami approaches, Ken Burnett looks at why the Disasters Emergency Committee is so poor at giving aid donors feedback and encouraging further giving "
Charity coalition seeks donors
Charity coalition seeks donors: "Charity coalition seeks donors
Fast-track rebuilding city by giving, it says
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
By Michael Perlstein
Staff writer
Over lunch last month, movers and shakers from six local charities were surveying the vast humanitarian needs of post-Katrina New Orleans and pondering where to focus their efforts. The answer they came up with: themselves. The plan: to join forces to regroup and announce they're back in business.
At a news conference Monday, representatives of about 20 nonprofit agencies stood in front of a burned-out Catholic Charities complex on Carrollton Avenue to draw attention to their plight. Operating under the name 'Rebuild by Giving,' the consortium of civic and charitable groups said their most important message is, simply: 'We're here.'"
Fast-track rebuilding city by giving, it says
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
By Michael Perlstein
Staff writer
Over lunch last month, movers and shakers from six local charities were surveying the vast humanitarian needs of post-Katrina New Orleans and pondering where to focus their efforts. The answer they came up with: themselves. The plan: to join forces to regroup and announce they're back in business.
At a news conference Monday, representatives of about 20 nonprofit agencies stood in front of a burned-out Catholic Charities complex on Carrollton Avenue to draw attention to their plight. Operating under the name 'Rebuild by Giving,' the consortium of civic and charitable groups said their most important message is, simply: 'We're here.'"
Monday, December 19, 2005
Donated Bookmobile Bound for Miss. Town - Yahoo! News
Donated Bookmobile Bound for Miss. Town - Yahoo! News: "27-foot gift box on wheels filled with thousands of books is headed for a Mississippi town that lost its library during Hurricane Katrina.
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The bookmobile is scheduled to arrive Monday in Pearlington, Miss. It will serve as a temporary replacement for the town's library, which was gutted in the Aug. 29 storm."
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The bookmobile is scheduled to arrive Monday in Pearlington, Miss. It will serve as a temporary replacement for the town's library, which was gutted in the Aug. 29 storm."
Top News Article | Reuters.co.uk
Top News Article | Reuters.co.uk: "Tsunami response was world's best ever: UN
Mon Dec 19, 2005 4:11 AM GMT170
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By Emma Batha
LONDON (Reuters) - As the world marks the first anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, millions of people who dug into their pockets in an unprecedented outpouring of generosity will be wondering how their money has been spent.
Some may be surprised to discover that 12 months on the vast majority of the 1.8 million people who lost their homes in the December 26 disaster are still in temporary accommodation."
Mon Dec 19, 2005 4:11 AM GMT170
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By Emma Batha
LONDON (Reuters) - As the world marks the first anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, millions of people who dug into their pockets in an unprecedented outpouring of generosity will be wondering how their money has been spent.
Some may be surprised to discover that 12 months on the vast majority of the 1.8 million people who lost their homes in the December 26 disaster are still in temporary accommodation."
Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick
Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick: "Nonprofits Divided on Impact of Hurricane Relief Giving
InsideIndianaBusiness.com Report
12/19/2005 8:06:28 AM
A study conducted by the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University shows a difference in perception on how giving to hurricane relief efforts is affecting fundraising for nonprofit organizations. "
InsideIndianaBusiness.com Report
12/19/2005 8:06:28 AM
A study conducted by the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University shows a difference in perception on how giving to hurricane relief efforts is affecting fundraising for nonprofit organizations. "
Hattiesburg American - www.hattiesburgamerican.com - Hattiesburg, Miss.
Hattiesburg American - www.hattiesburgamerican.com - Hattiesburg, Miss.:
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"While Congress has raised concerns regarding some Katrina spending, experts say it's too early to determine how all the donations are being used.
'It's kind of hard to hit a moving target,' said Peter Dobkin Hall, a lecturer at the Hauser Center for Nonprofit Organizations at Harvard. 'Eventually, people will get down to that.'
Of the nearly $3 billion given, the American Red Cross has raised $1.82 billion - nearly two-thirds of all donations.
Hall attributed that to the fact the Red Cross is an iconic organization people hold up and admire.
But the nonprofit faces plenty of problems with Congress demanding answers to the agency's Katrina response and its president, Marsha Evans, resigning, Hall said. 'Any organization that's been through four CEOs in 10 years is a dysfunctional organization.'"
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"While Congress has raised concerns regarding some Katrina spending, experts say it's too early to determine how all the donations are being used.
'It's kind of hard to hit a moving target,' said Peter Dobkin Hall, a lecturer at the Hauser Center for Nonprofit Organizations at Harvard. 'Eventually, people will get down to that.'
Of the nearly $3 billion given, the American Red Cross has raised $1.82 billion - nearly two-thirds of all donations.
Hall attributed that to the fact the Red Cross is an iconic organization people hold up and admire.
But the nonprofit faces plenty of problems with Congress demanding answers to the agency's Katrina response and its president, Marsha Evans, resigning, Hall said. 'Any organization that's been through four CEOs in 10 years is a dysfunctional organization.'"
Fredericksburg.com - Putting faith to work
Fredericksburg.com - Putting faith to work: "SLIDELL, La.--Across the hurricane-ravaged Gulf Coast, the faithful gather from every corner of the country to help strangers in Louisiana and Mississippi in their time of need.
Among those answering God's call are dozens of volunteers from the Fredericksburg area. They've loaded up church buses and vans, personal cars, business vehicles--even tractor-trailers--to do their part in the biggest disaster-relief effort in American history."
Among those answering God's call are dozens of volunteers from the Fredericksburg area. They've loaded up church buses and vans, personal cars, business vehicles--even tractor-trailers--to do their part in the biggest disaster-relief effort in American history."
A Hole in the World Aid Web / Lessons learned in modern disasters point to gaps in the charity net
A Hole in the World Aid Web / Lessons learned in modern disasters point to gaps in the charity net:
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"Since Sept. 11, 2001, when disaster hit home in a way that Americans will never forget, catastrophe has been in the limelight, our response to natural and man-made emergencies as a world community, as a nation and as individuals, severely tested. 'The events of 9/11 shook us to our core,' says Daniel Borochoff, founder and president of the American Institute of Philanthropy, a charity watchdog and information service that evaluates the efficiency, accountability and governance of nonprofit organizations. If, as a nation, we tend to be insular, maybe even isolationist, that tendency came to an end with Sept. 11, and our deepest concerns were awakened, our most profound convictions challenged. And while the scope and proportion of recent calamity, from terrorism to tsunamis to hurricanes to quakes to humanitarian crises, is staggering, the challenges aren't new, they've just become more visible.
Addressing these challenges is a web of world aid, i"
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"Since Sept. 11, 2001, when disaster hit home in a way that Americans will never forget, catastrophe has been in the limelight, our response to natural and man-made emergencies as a world community, as a nation and as individuals, severely tested. 'The events of 9/11 shook us to our core,' says Daniel Borochoff, founder and president of the American Institute of Philanthropy, a charity watchdog and information service that evaluates the efficiency, accountability and governance of nonprofit organizations. If, as a nation, we tend to be insular, maybe even isolationist, that tendency came to an end with Sept. 11, and our deepest concerns were awakened, our most profound convictions challenged. And while the scope and proportion of recent calamity, from terrorism to tsunamis to hurricanes to quakes to humanitarian crises, is staggering, the challenges aren't new, they've just become more visible.
Addressing these challenges is a web of world aid, i"
Friday, December 16, 2005
MGM Mirage Bracelets Raise Money for Hurricane Victims - RGT Online
PRESS RELEASE
MGM Mirage Bracelets Raise Money for Hurricane Victims - RGT Online: "MGM Mirage Bracelets Raise Money for Hurricane Victims
LAS VEGAS – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Thanks to MGM Mirage, holiday shoppers can now find a good stocking stuffer and contribute to a worthwhile cause at the same time.
To help its employees in Mississippi recover from this year's hurricanes, MGM Mirage announced today that the company is selling specially designed awareness bracelets saying 'Rebuilding Together' at all its local retail outlets on the Las Vegas Strip. The bracelets cost $1.50 each.
'We are now selling bracelets at all MGM Mirage retail outlets to support our Katrina Recovery Fund,' said Merlinda Gallegos, director of corporate philanthropy. 'These bracelets are good stocking stuffers that help people do a good deed at the same time.'
Gallegos said all proceeds go to the MGM Mirage Katrina Recovery Fund that benefits the roughly 3,400 employees of Beau Rivage, the MGM Mirage resort in Biloxi, Miss. that has been closed since being damaged by Hurricane Katrina in late August. The company contributed $1 million to establish the fund following the devastation caused by the hurricane and pledged also to match its employee contributions 'dollar for dollar' through Dec. 31."
MGM Mirage Bracelets Raise Money for Hurricane Victims - RGT Online: "MGM Mirage Bracelets Raise Money for Hurricane Victims
LAS VEGAS – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Thanks to MGM Mirage, holiday shoppers can now find a good stocking stuffer and contribute to a worthwhile cause at the same time.
To help its employees in Mississippi recover from this year's hurricanes, MGM Mirage announced today that the company is selling specially designed awareness bracelets saying 'Rebuilding Together' at all its local retail outlets on the Las Vegas Strip. The bracelets cost $1.50 each.
'We are now selling bracelets at all MGM Mirage retail outlets to support our Katrina Recovery Fund,' said Merlinda Gallegos, director of corporate philanthropy. 'These bracelets are good stocking stuffers that help people do a good deed at the same time.'
Gallegos said all proceeds go to the MGM Mirage Katrina Recovery Fund that benefits the roughly 3,400 employees of Beau Rivage, the MGM Mirage resort in Biloxi, Miss. that has been closed since being damaged by Hurricane Katrina in late August. The company contributed $1 million to establish the fund following the devastation caused by the hurricane and pledged also to match its employee contributions 'dollar for dollar' through Dec. 31."
Burnsville couple spends eight weeks giving aid in hurricane-ravaged Biloxi, Miss.
Burnsville couple spends eight weeks giving aid in hurricane-ravaged Biloxi, Miss.: "Burnsville couple spends eight weeks giving aid in hurricane-ravaged Biloxi, Miss.
Posted: 12/16/05
by Andrew Miller
Thisweek Newspapers
They knew they wanted to help.
That they didn’t have a set destination didn’t matter much.
Tom and Mary Eichen began the trek south to assist with Hurricane Katrina relief efforts before they even knew to which city they were headed.
On Sept. 12, two weeks after Katrina hit, the Burnsville couple packed up their truck with tools, food, water and other supplies and set off for Mississippi."
Posted: 12/16/05
by Andrew Miller
Thisweek Newspapers
They knew they wanted to help.
That they didn’t have a set destination didn’t matter much.
Tom and Mary Eichen began the trek south to assist with Hurricane Katrina relief efforts before they even knew to which city they were headed.
On Sept. 12, two weeks after Katrina hit, the Burnsville couple packed up their truck with tools, food, water and other supplies and set off for Mississippi."
Senate OKs Katrina bill, casinos get reprieve - Yahoo! News
Senate OKs Katrina bill, casinos get reprieve - Yahoo! News: "The Senate approved a revised tax incentive package to help rebuild the hurricane-devastated Gulf Coast on Friday after resolving differences with the House of Representatives over items such as breaks for casinos.
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Under a deal with House leaders brokered by Sen. Trent Lott (news, bio, voting record), a Mississippi Republican, the measure will allow casinos to reap bonus depreciation incentives for all facilities except gaming equipment and gaming room construction."
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Under a deal with House leaders brokered by Sen. Trent Lott (news, bio, voting record), a Mississippi Republican, the measure will allow casinos to reap bonus depreciation incentives for all facilities except gaming equipment and gaming room construction."
Children's Art Showcases Katrina's Effects - Yahoo! News
Children's Art Showcases Katrina's Effects - Yahoo! News: "Children's Art Showcases Katrina's Effects
By JUAN A. LOZANO, Associated Press Writer 1 hour, 31 minutes ago
HOUSTON - The drawings, done mostly in crayon and marker, are full of bleak images — bodies floating, floodwaters ripping loved ones away, children crying red tears. But often they contain glimmers of hope, too, such as a blue sky, a shining sun, a rainbow.
One teen drew a self-portrait in which he wore a shirt that read, 'I survived Katrina.'
'It was the first thing I drew,' said Reginald Otkin, a 15-year-old from New Orleans. 'That was a picture of me telling people I had survived Katrina. To me, the hurricane was a minor setback and people just have to take time and get a little bit of their life back step by step.'"
By JUAN A. LOZANO, Associated Press Writer 1 hour, 31 minutes ago
HOUSTON - The drawings, done mostly in crayon and marker, are full of bleak images — bodies floating, floodwaters ripping loved ones away, children crying red tears. But often they contain glimmers of hope, too, such as a blue sky, a shining sun, a rainbow.
One teen drew a self-portrait in which he wore a shirt that read, 'I survived Katrina.'
'It was the first thing I drew,' said Reginald Otkin, a 15-year-old from New Orleans. 'That was a picture of me telling people I had survived Katrina. To me, the hurricane was a minor setback and people just have to take time and get a little bit of their life back step by step.'"
The Chronicle, 12/15/2005: Donations for Victims of South Asian Earthquake Exceed $50-Million
The Chronicle, 12/15/2005: Donations for Victims of South Asian Earthquake Exceed $50-Million: "Donations for Victims of South Asian Earthquake Exceed $50-Million
By Caroline Preston
Donations to help survivors of the earthquake that struck South Asia in October have topped $50-million, but the pace of giving has slowed even as relief workers prepare for additional challenges in providing aid during the winter months.
The 7.6-magnitude quake killed about 73,000 people and left another 3 million people homeless, many of whom now face freezing temperatures and illnesses brought on by the cold and poor sanitation. Relief groups are struggling to provide food and shelter before winter weather prevents them from reaching the victims."
By Caroline Preston
Donations to help survivors of the earthquake that struck South Asia in October have topped $50-million, but the pace of giving has slowed even as relief workers prepare for additional challenges in providing aid during the winter months.
The 7.6-magnitude quake killed about 73,000 people and left another 3 million people homeless, many of whom now face freezing temperatures and illnesses brought on by the cold and poor sanitation. Relief groups are struggling to provide food and shelter before winter weather prevents them from reaching the victims."
Woman gives biggest bulk for disaster victims
Woman gives biggest bulk for disaster victims: "Woman gives biggest bulk for disaster victims
By Jiang Zhuqing (China Daily)
Updated: 2005-12-16 06:04
One of China's richest women has donated 1 million yuan (US$123,000) worth of aid to a disaster relief fund - its biggest ever bulk donation since the charity drive was launched.
President Hu Jintao set up the drive to aid victims of disasters across China."
By Jiang Zhuqing (China Daily)
Updated: 2005-12-16 06:04
One of China's richest women has donated 1 million yuan (US$123,000) worth of aid to a disaster relief fund - its biggest ever bulk donation since the charity drive was launched.
President Hu Jintao set up the drive to aid victims of disasters across China."
Reuters AlertNet - UN names ex-President Bush envoy on Pakistan quake
Reuters AlertNet - UN names ex-President Bush envoy on Pakistan quake: "N names ex-President Bush envoy on Pakistan quake
16 Dec 2005 00:47:48 GMT
Source: Reuters
By Matthew Robinson
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 15 (Reuters) - Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush was appointed special U.N. envoy for Pakistan earthquake relief on Thursday and said he would use the role to ensure donations are converted into concrete aid for victims."
16 Dec 2005 00:47:48 GMT
Source: Reuters
By Matthew Robinson
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 15 (Reuters) - Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush was appointed special U.N. envoy for Pakistan earthquake relief on Thursday and said he would use the role to ensure donations are converted into concrete aid for victims."
Stanford Social Innovation Review: Forum: Where's the money?
Stanford Social Innovation Review: Forum: Where's the money?: ": Where's the money?
Category: Philanthropic Strategy
Posted: December 15, 2005 06:14 PM
Two weeks ago, I visited the northern coast of Aceh, Indonesia, curious to see not only how people are faring one year after the tsunami, but also how NGOs are spending the largest pool of humanitarian funds ever raised. On both counts, my report is the same: Not well.
After one day in Banda Aceh, I spent four more driving through the districts of Pidie and Bireuen. Even the view from the highway bore witness to the ongoing suffering of the Acehnese. Where thriving marketplaces and traditional houses once stood, there are now tent cities and government-built barracks. The skeletons of washed-up boats and cars still sit on the roads’ shoulders as far as two miles inland. Schools are boarded up. Fishing ponds bleed into each other and into the sea. Even in Banda Aceh, the province’s proud capital, 50% of the surviving population is still homeless. In rural villages, that number climbs to 70%.
When is more help coming? I didn’t know what to tell..."
Category: Philanthropic Strategy
Posted: December 15, 2005 06:14 PM
Two weeks ago, I visited the northern coast of Aceh, Indonesia, curious to see not only how people are faring one year after the tsunami, but also how NGOs are spending the largest pool of humanitarian funds ever raised. On both counts, my report is the same: Not well.
After one day in Banda Aceh, I spent four more driving through the districts of Pidie and Bireuen. Even the view from the highway bore witness to the ongoing suffering of the Acehnese. Where thriving marketplaces and traditional houses once stood, there are now tent cities and government-built barracks. The skeletons of washed-up boats and cars still sit on the roads’ shoulders as far as two miles inland. Schools are boarded up. Fishing ponds bleed into each other and into the sea. Even in Banda Aceh, the province’s proud capital, 50% of the surviving population is still homeless. In rural villages, that number climbs to 70%.
When is more help coming? I didn’t know what to tell..."
Thursday, December 15, 2005
'Katrina' Dolphins to Go to Bahamas - Yahoo! News
'Katrina' Dolphins to Go to Bahamas - Yahoo! News: "ACKSON, Miss. - Several dolphins that were swept out to sea by Hurricane Katrina will soon be reunited at a resort in the Bahamas.
Atlantis, a resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, will take on 17 dolphins from the Marine Life Oceanarium — eight of which were rescued from open water in September."
Atlantis, a resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, will take on 17 dolphins from the Marine Life Oceanarium — eight of which were rescued from open water in September."
OMB Watch - A Year of Attacks on Advocacy, Flawed Anti-Terrorism Measures
OMB Watch - A Year of Attacks on Advocacy, Flawed Anti-Terrorism Measures: "A Year of Attacks on Advocacy, Flawed Anti-Terrorism Measures
According to a survey of Louisiana residents released last month by Louisiana State University, faith-based organizations and nonprofits got higher marks than government for their hurricane recovery efforts. While not surprising given the abysmal government response, the findings raise larger questions about the role of the federal government in providing resources to the nonprofit sector. Nonprofits face major long-term budget challenges at the federal level that will continue to make it more difficult to serve the people and missions they exist to serve."
According to a survey of Louisiana residents released last month by Louisiana State University, faith-based organizations and nonprofits got higher marks than government for their hurricane recovery efforts. While not surprising given the abysmal government response, the findings raise larger questions about the role of the federal government in providing resources to the nonprofit sector. Nonprofits face major long-term budget challenges at the federal level that will continue to make it more difficult to serve the people and missions they exist to serve."
Reuters AlertNet - China upset by U.S. charity's soiled donations
Reuters AlertNet - China upset by U.S. charity's soiled donations: "China upset by U.S. charity's soiled donations
15 Dec 2005 08:59:18 GMT
Source: Reuters
BEIJING, Dec 15 (Reuters) - China was upset by a shipment of donations from a U.S. church to Chinese orphans containing expired medical equipment and stained bedding, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
China Charity had contacted the donor, the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City, Utah, after four containers were found to contain the goods which also included used surgical clothing, Xinhua news agency said."
15 Dec 2005 08:59:18 GMT
Source: Reuters
BEIJING, Dec 15 (Reuters) - China was upset by a shipment of donations from a U.S. church to Chinese orphans containing expired medical equipment and stained bedding, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
China Charity had contacted the donor, the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City, Utah, after four containers were found to contain the goods which also included used surgical clothing, Xinhua news agency said."
Xinhua - English
Xinhua - English: "Aid seen as 'charity with strings attached'
www.chinaview.cn 2005-12-15 16:52:12
HONG KONG, Dec. 15 (Xinhuanet) -- Rich members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) offered new assistance to the least developed countries (LDCs) at the organization's ongoing Sixth Ministerial Conference, but it is seen as 'charity with strings attached.'
The generous packages of 'Aid for Trade,' offered by some industrialized countries at the Hong Kong meeting, 'sweeten a deal in order to entice developing countries into accepting a bad deal,' said Yashpal Tandon, executive director of the Geneva-based South Center, an inter-governmental policy and research think-tank."
www.chinaview.cn 2005-12-15 16:52:12
HONG KONG, Dec. 15 (Xinhuanet) -- Rich members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) offered new assistance to the least developed countries (LDCs) at the organization's ongoing Sixth Ministerial Conference, but it is seen as 'charity with strings attached.'
The generous packages of 'Aid for Trade,' offered by some industrialized countries at the Hong Kong meeting, 'sweeten a deal in order to entice developing countries into accepting a bad deal,' said Yashpal Tandon, executive director of the Geneva-based South Center, an inter-governmental policy and research think-tank."
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
TSUNAMI IMPACT: Aid Groups Take Stock One Year On
TSUNAMI IMPACT: Aid Groups Take Stock One Year On: "TSUNAMI IMPACT:
Aid Groups Take Stock One Year On
Stefania Bianchi
BRUSSELS, Dec 14 (IPS) - Almost a year after the tsunami, two of Europe's largest humanitarian and development aid networks say the European Union must take significant steps to ensure a sustained recovery in those countries still suffering the aftermath of the disaster.
Concord and the Voluntary Organisations in Cooperation in Emergencies (Voice) say the humanitarian response to the tsunami disaster has been timely and adequate, but that improvements can be made for future disasters. "
Aid Groups Take Stock One Year On
Stefania Bianchi
BRUSSELS, Dec 14 (IPS) - Almost a year after the tsunami, two of Europe's largest humanitarian and development aid networks say the European Union must take significant steps to ensure a sustained recovery in those countries still suffering the aftermath of the disaster.
Concord and the Voluntary Organisations in Cooperation in Emergencies (Voice) say the humanitarian response to the tsunami disaster has been timely and adequate, but that improvements can be made for future disasters. "
Katrina Evacuees Decry Mardi Gras Plans - Yahoo! News
Katrina Evacuees Decry Mardi Gras Plans - Yahoo! News: "ome Hurricane Katrina refugees stuck in hotel rooms and unfamiliar surroundings across the United States are in no mood to party, and they are decrying the city's plans to hold a Mardi Gras celebration in February.
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'This is not the time for fun. This is the time to put people's lives back on track,' said Lillie Antoine, a 51-year-old refugee stuck in Tulsa, Okla."
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'This is not the time for fun. This is the time to put people's lives back on track,' said Lillie Antoine, a 51-year-old refugee stuck in Tulsa, Okla."
Giving for hurricane relief exceeds Sept. 11 contributions
Giving for hurricane relief exceeds Sept. 11 contributions: "Giving for hurricane relief exceeds Sept. 11 contributions
$2.96 billion sets record for disaster relief giving
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Dec. 13, 2005
INDIANAPOLIS -- Charitable giving to aid victims of Gulf Coast Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma has now reached more than $2.96 billion, setting what is believed to be a record for U.S. private philanthropic giving for a single disaster relief and recovery effort, reports the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University.
Total giving in response to the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 reached just over $2.8 billion, according to a report compiled by The Foundation Center.
'When disaster strikes, Americans instinctively want to help, and when the tragedy hits close to home, the response is especially strong,' said Gene Tempel, executive director of the Center on Philanthropy. 'The vast scope of the long-term recovery and rebuilding and the fact that many Americans from across the country have gone to the area to help and returned with stories of tremendous needs mean it's likely that we will see contributions continue for some time to come.'"
$2.96 billion sets record for disaster relief giving
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Dec. 13, 2005
INDIANAPOLIS -- Charitable giving to aid victims of Gulf Coast Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma has now reached more than $2.96 billion, setting what is believed to be a record for U.S. private philanthropic giving for a single disaster relief and recovery effort, reports the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University.
Total giving in response to the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 reached just over $2.8 billion, according to a report compiled by The Foundation Center.
'When disaster strikes, Americans instinctively want to help, and when the tragedy hits close to home, the response is especially strong,' said Gene Tempel, executive director of the Center on Philanthropy. 'The vast scope of the long-term recovery and rebuilding and the fact that many Americans from across the country have gone to the area to help and returned with stories of tremendous needs mean it's likely that we will see contributions continue for some time to come.'"
The Connecticut Post Online - News
The Connecticut Post Online - News: "Easton boy, 8, sharing his birthday with kids in crisis
AARON LEO aleo@ctpost.com
BRIDGEPORT — Forget the cake, the presents and the piata.
Eight-year-old Blake Rozelle has used his own birthday gifts to spread cheer to other people.
The second-grader at Samuel Staples Elementary School in Easton spent $130 he was given for his birthday to buy 22 teddy bears and donated them Tuesday to help calm children in crisis situations.
'I wanted to share my birthday,' the youngster said at the Brooklawn Avenue headquarters of the Southeastern Fairfield County chapter of the American Red Cross, which will give the donated bears to youngsters displaced from their homes by fire or other emergencies."
AARON LEO aleo@ctpost.com
BRIDGEPORT — Forget the cake, the presents and the piata.
Eight-year-old Blake Rozelle has used his own birthday gifts to spread cheer to other people.
The second-grader at Samuel Staples Elementary School in Easton spent $130 he was given for his birthday to buy 22 teddy bears and donated them Tuesday to help calm children in crisis situations.
'I wanted to share my birthday,' the youngster said at the Brooklawn Avenue headquarters of the Southeastern Fairfield County chapter of the American Red Cross, which will give the donated bears to youngsters displaced from their homes by fire or other emergencies."
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
New Orleans CityBusiness -- New Orleans CityBusiness-Boggs to serve as nonprofit ambassador
New Orleans CityBusiness -- New Orleans CityBusiness: "Boggs to serve as nonprofit ambassador
By April Capochino
2005-12-12 1:24 PM CST
NEW ORLEANS — Former Congresswoman Lindy Boggs will serve as the official ambassador of the Unified Nonprofits of Greater New Orleans, a post-Katrina collaboration of nonprofits.
Boggs was the first woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, served as a U.S. ambassador to the Vatican and is the mother of news analyst Cokie Roberts.
Early today, she spoke to a room of about 30 nonprofit leaders at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in Central City.
'We were trying to think of someone who could represent what the nonprofit sector does and someone suggested her name, which made complete sense,' said Lisa Kaichen, who heads the group."
By April Capochino
2005-12-12 1:24 PM CST
NEW ORLEANS — Former Congresswoman Lindy Boggs will serve as the official ambassador of the Unified Nonprofits of Greater New Orleans, a post-Katrina collaboration of nonprofits.
Boggs was the first woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, served as a U.S. ambassador to the Vatican and is the mother of news analyst Cokie Roberts.
Early today, she spoke to a room of about 30 nonprofit leaders at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in Central City.
'We were trying to think of someone who could represent what the nonprofit sector does and someone suggested her name, which made complete sense,' said Lisa Kaichen, who heads the group."
village voice > news > Note From New Orleans by Anya Kamenetz
village voice > news > Note From New Orleans by Anya Kamenetz: "But in the past three weeks here, the following events have taken place in defiance of those words:
At least a thousand people turned up to an exhibition and signing of a photography book to benefit the city at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art downtown. Thanks to private philanthropy, the region's best botanical garden, at City Park, in mostly empty Lakeview, was replanted with camellias and strung with lights for a smaller version of the annual Celebration in the Oaks, where mobs of Catholic schoolchildren sang carols and drank cocoa as a loudspeaker blared “The Cajun Night Before Christmas.” It was absolute gridlock at the reopening of the uptown Audubon Zoo, where children lined up to buy Roman candy from the donkey cart and quieted down to hear the orangutan whistle on cue. Firemen and policemen and church groups and the 'hippies from Mississippi' and forestry activists from Oregon cooked and gave away hundreds of Thanksgiving dinners from the Ninth Ward to Jefferson Parish."
At least a thousand people turned up to an exhibition and signing of a photography book to benefit the city at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art downtown. Thanks to private philanthropy, the region's best botanical garden, at City Park, in mostly empty Lakeview, was replanted with camellias and strung with lights for a smaller version of the annual Celebration in the Oaks, where mobs of Catholic schoolchildren sang carols and drank cocoa as a loudspeaker blared “The Cajun Night Before Christmas.” It was absolute gridlock at the reopening of the uptown Audubon Zoo, where children lined up to buy Roman candy from the donkey cart and quieted down to hear the orangutan whistle on cue. Firemen and policemen and church groups and the 'hippies from Mississippi' and forestry activists from Oregon cooked and gave away hundreds of Thanksgiving dinners from the Ninth Ward to Jefferson Parish."
Monday, December 12, 2005
Look for licensed Katrina relief agencies
Look for licensed Katrina relief agencies: "ook for licensed Katrina charities
Majors work with locals, but watch for swindlers
By Russ Britt, MarketWatch
Last Update: 12:01 AM ET Dec. 12, 2005
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NEW ORLEANS (MarketWatch) - Those who have seen the devastation in and around Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and want to donate to the storm's relief effort would do best by donating to local charities, but major groups such as the United Way and Salvation Army are working with those organizations to get the help where it's needed.
Also in the series:
Due diligence: How to research a charity's effectiveness
Rising pay: Heads of charities see compensation hikes
TRADING CENTER
And experts say that donors should keep an eye out for swindlers that have sprung up on the Internet, trying to capitalize on the nation's worst-ever natural disaster.
While federal aid is slow in getting to the region, charitable donations already have set records. However, in a disaster of this magnitude -- that drove as many as 400,000 residents from New Orleans -- much more charitable giving will be needed, particularly if the federal assistance originally promised doesn't make its way to the region.
'It's record-breaking in the amount that has been raised thus far,' said Stacy Palmer, editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a publication that monitors charitable spending. 'But I think the question is what kind of aid they're going to see from the government.'"
Majors work with locals, but watch for swindlers
By Russ Britt, MarketWatch
Last Update: 12:01 AM ET Dec. 12, 2005
Disable MW live quotes | E-mail it | Print | Alert | Reprint |
NEW ORLEANS (MarketWatch) - Those who have seen the devastation in and around Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and want to donate to the storm's relief effort would do best by donating to local charities, but major groups such as the United Way and Salvation Army are working with those organizations to get the help where it's needed.
Also in the series:
Due diligence: How to research a charity's effectiveness
Rising pay: Heads of charities see compensation hikes
TRADING CENTER
And experts say that donors should keep an eye out for swindlers that have sprung up on the Internet, trying to capitalize on the nation's worst-ever natural disaster.
While federal aid is slow in getting to the region, charitable donations already have set records. However, in a disaster of this magnitude -- that drove as many as 400,000 residents from New Orleans -- much more charitable giving will be needed, particularly if the federal assistance originally promised doesn't make its way to the region.
'It's record-breaking in the amount that has been raised thus far,' said Stacy Palmer, editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a publication that monitors charitable spending. 'But I think the question is what kind of aid they're going to see from the government.'"
Porterville Recorder
Porterville Recorder: "Porterville residents opened up their hearts - and in some cases their wallets - in a altruistic display the days and weeks following Hurricane Katrina's fury.
Nationwide, the American Red Cross estimates that Katrina relief efforts will exceed $2 billion, with financial assistance to approximately 1.2 million families, or 3.7 million survivors, according to the Web site."
Nationwide, the American Red Cross estimates that Katrina relief efforts will exceed $2 billion, with financial assistance to approximately 1.2 million families, or 3.7 million survivors, according to the Web site."
The Hutchinson News, Hutchinson, Kans. | Local News
The Hutchinson News, Hutchinson, Kans. | Local News: "gencies: Charitable giving decreasing
By Mary Clarkin
The Hutchinson News
mclarkin@hutchnews.com
Results of a national survey in November indicated charitable giving during the holiday season could take a downturn.
Some social service agency officials in Reno County are finding, unhappily, the survey appears to be accurate.
As of the start of December, contributions this year to New Beginnings Inc., 100 East 2nd, were down 24 percent from a year ago, according to Director Shara Gonzales.
The recent annual Stuff the Bus promotion that collects items for domestic abuse victims and families generated fewer donations than last year, said Candace Dixon, head of the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Center, 400 West 2nd."
By Mary Clarkin
The Hutchinson News
mclarkin@hutchnews.com
Results of a national survey in November indicated charitable giving during the holiday season could take a downturn.
Some social service agency officials in Reno County are finding, unhappily, the survey appears to be accurate.
As of the start of December, contributions this year to New Beginnings Inc., 100 East 2nd, were down 24 percent from a year ago, according to Director Shara Gonzales.
The recent annual Stuff the Bus promotion that collects items for domestic abuse victims and families generated fewer donations than last year, said Candace Dixon, head of the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Center, 400 West 2nd."
AP Wire | 12/11/2005 | Red Cross, state officials look into Katrina pins
AP Wire | 12/11/2005 | Red Cross, state officials look into Katrina pins: "Red Cross, state officials look into Katrina pins
Associated Press
BEAUFORT, S.C. - An Indiana company that sells pins and pledges more than half the money raised to Hurricane Katrina relief efforts is drawing attention from the American Red Cross and the South Carolina secretary of state.
Novelty Inc., the pin's manufacturer, pledges a dollar from the pins' $1.99 price to the American Red Cross.
However, Red Cross spokeswoman Sarah Marchetti said the organization does not have a contract with the Greenfield, Ind.-based company and has not received a donation connected with pin sales. She said the Red Cross is investigating the company."
Associated Press
BEAUFORT, S.C. - An Indiana company that sells pins and pledges more than half the money raised to Hurricane Katrina relief efforts is drawing attention from the American Red Cross and the South Carolina secretary of state.
Novelty Inc., the pin's manufacturer, pledges a dollar from the pins' $1.99 price to the American Red Cross.
However, Red Cross spokeswoman Sarah Marchetti said the organization does not have a contract with the Greenfield, Ind.-based company and has not received a donation connected with pin sales. She said the Red Cross is investigating the company."
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