reviewjournal.com -- News: Ensign plans trip to Gulf to help with stranded p...: "Ensign plans trip to Gulf to help with stranded pets
By SAMANTHA YOUNG
STEPHENS WASHINGTON BUREAU
WASHINGTON -- Sen. John Ensign, R-Nev., is planning to travel to New Orleans next week to pursue naming a federal coordinator to take care of animals left behind after Hurricane Katrina.
Aside from the humanitarian wish to rescue thousands of dogs, cats and other pets, Ensign, a veterinarian, said stranded animals pose a public health risk if left to fend for themselves. "
Friday, September 23, 2005
The Chronicle, 9/22/2005: Giving to Katrina Relief Groups Surpasses $1.2-Billion
The Chronicle, 9/22/2005: Giving to Katrina Relief Groups Surpasses $1.2-Billion: "Giving to Katrina Relief Groups Surpasses $1.2-Billion
By Nicole Lewis
Americans have given more than $1.2-billion to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The donations now nearly match the $1.3-billion that American charities raised to provide relief aid after the South Asian tsunamis.
The pace of giving continues to be faster than after the 2001 terrorist attacks. It took more than four weeks after the attacks for charities to raise $1-billion; more than $2.2-billion was eventually raised to help victims."
By Nicole Lewis
Americans have given more than $1.2-billion to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The donations now nearly match the $1.3-billion that American charities raised to provide relief aid after the South Asian tsunamis.
The pace of giving continues to be faster than after the 2001 terrorist attacks. It took more than four weeks after the attacks for charities to raise $1-billion; more than $2.2-billion was eventually raised to help victims."
Thursday, September 22, 2005
Reuters AlertNet - Direct Relief International, Hurricane Relief: $465,000 in Emergency Grants for Frontline Health Services
Reuters AlertNet - Direct Relief International, Hurricane Relief: $465,000 in Emergency Grants for Frontline Health Services: "Direct Relief International, Hurricane Relief: $465,000 in Emergency Grants for Frontline Health Services
22 Sep 2005 02:11:00 GMT
Source: NGO latest
Direct Relief International
Direct Relief International (DRI) - USA
Website: http://www.directrelief.org
Infusion of Cash to Clinics, Hospital Augments $13.7 Million, 32 tons of Medical Aid
Santa Barbara, CA, September 21—Direct Relief International today made three cash grants totaling $465,000 to support frontline health services in hurricane-affected areas of the Gulf Coast."
22 Sep 2005 02:11:00 GMT
Source: NGO latest
Direct Relief International
Direct Relief International (DRI) - USA
Website: http://www.directrelief.org
Infusion of Cash to Clinics, Hospital Augments $13.7 Million, 32 tons of Medical Aid
Santa Barbara, CA, September 21—Direct Relief International today made three cash grants totaling $465,000 to support frontline health services in hurricane-affected areas of the Gulf Coast."
The Chronicle, 9/22/2005: New Tax Breaks for Hurricane Relief Efforts Fall Short, Critics Say
The Chronicle, 9/22/2005: New Tax Breaks for Hurricane Relief Efforts Fall Short, Critics Say: "New Tax Breaks for Hurricane Relief Efforts Fall Short, Critics Say
By Elizabeth Schwinn
Washington
Congress passed several tax breaks designed to encourage donors to give to hurricane-relief efforts.
But many nonprofit leaders were frustrated that the measure did not include provisions that might do more to help charities raise money, especially for long-term hurricane-recovery efforts.
While the Senate initially passed a provision that fund raisers had long sought -- to allow people to give money in their individual retirement accounts to charity tax-free -- it was deleted from the final version of the bill approved by the House and the Senate."
By Elizabeth Schwinn
Washington
Congress passed several tax breaks designed to encourage donors to give to hurricane-relief efforts.
But many nonprofit leaders were frustrated that the measure did not include provisions that might do more to help charities raise money, especially for long-term hurricane-recovery efforts.
While the Senate initially passed a provision that fund raisers had long sought -- to allow people to give money in their individual retirement accounts to charity tax-free -- it was deleted from the final version of the bill approved by the House and the Senate."
Gordon's Helmet Back on EBay for Charity
Gordon's Helmet Back on EBay for Charity: "Gordon's Helmet Back on EBay for Charity
By JENNA FRYER, AP Motorsports Writer
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
(09-21) 19:28 PDT Charlotte, N.C. (AP) --
The helmet that Robby Gordon threw at Michael Waltrip was temporarily pulled off the online auction site eBay on Wednesday after bidding exceeded $10 million.
The site ended the auction because it was unable to verify the legitimacy of the bids and because Gordon didn't have the proper documentation showing that he planned to donate the proceeds of the sale to charity, eBay spokesman Hani Durzy said.
The helmet was re-listed late Wednesday night with the assistance of AuctionCause, a company known for helping in fund-raising efforts with experience in prequalifying bidders.
Gordon listed the helmet on eBay on Tuesday and planned to donate all proceeds to the Harrah's Employee Relief Fund, a charity designed to aid Harrah's employees affected by Hurricane Katrina. Bidding was spirited all day and the helmet was listed at more than $100,000."
By JENNA FRYER, AP Motorsports Writer
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
(09-21) 19:28 PDT Charlotte, N.C. (AP) --
The helmet that Robby Gordon threw at Michael Waltrip was temporarily pulled off the online auction site eBay on Wednesday after bidding exceeded $10 million.
The site ended the auction because it was unable to verify the legitimacy of the bids and because Gordon didn't have the proper documentation showing that he planned to donate the proceeds of the sale to charity, eBay spokesman Hani Durzy said.
The helmet was re-listed late Wednesday night with the assistance of AuctionCause, a company known for helping in fund-raising efforts with experience in prequalifying bidders.
Gordon listed the helmet on eBay on Tuesday and planned to donate all proceeds to the Harrah's Employee Relief Fund, a charity designed to aid Harrah's employees affected by Hurricane Katrina. Bidding was spirited all day and the helmet was listed at more than $100,000."
The Chronicle: Daily news: 09/22/2005 -- 02-Senate Panel Backs Away From Proposals to Recall Student Aid From Colleges Closed by Katrina
The Chronicle: Daily news: 09/22/2005 -- 02: "Senate Panel Backs Away From Proposals to Recall Student Aid From Colleges Closed by Katrina
By STEPHEN BURD
Leaders of the U.S. Senate's education committee are reconsidering a proposal that would require colleges temporarily closed by Hurricane Katrina to return federal student-aid dollars they have received this semester.
When higher-education lobbyists learned that hurricane-relief legislation under consideration by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions contained provisions requiring the return of aid, they expressed shock and dismay. The lobbyists were especially surprised because the Bush admi"
By STEPHEN BURD
Leaders of the U.S. Senate's education committee are reconsidering a proposal that would require colleges temporarily closed by Hurricane Katrina to return federal student-aid dollars they have received this semester.
When higher-education lobbyists learned that hurricane-relief legislation under consideration by the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions contained provisions requiring the return of aid, they expressed shock and dismay. The lobbyists were especially surprised because the Bush admi"
Fund-raiser collect huge sum for aid - Wilmette Life [09-22-05]
Fund-raiser collect huge sum for aid - Wilmette Life [09-22-05]: "und-raiser collect huge sum for aid
Hurricane relief fund raising will continue throughout the year in area schools, but Highcrest Middle School in Wilmette exceeded its reputation for disaster relief this week when teachers counted $135,932.10 in collections from a Sept. 9 readathon event."
Hurricane relief fund raising will continue throughout the year in area schools, but Highcrest Middle School in Wilmette exceeded its reputation for disaster relief this week when teachers counted $135,932.10 in collections from a Sept. 9 readathon event."
Saguaro Seminar: Civic Engagement in America, at JFK School of Government, Harvard University
Saguaro Seminar: Civic Engagement in America, at JFK School of Government, Harvard University: "ARTICLES RELATING TO SOCIAL CAPITAL IMPACT OF HURRICANE KATRINA AND 9-11
For September 11 materials click here
Hurricane Katrina
Our thoughts go to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
How to help: you can find worthy organizations to donate to here and here.
.Launched by Saguaro member Paul Resnick, there is an Interesting and nice graphical interface to help connect Katrina refugees with offers of private housing at katrinahousing.net (click on 'try searching our map').
.there is also a good integrated site with resources for those who want to help (including site that enables people to connect with lost friends, relatives).
Civic implications: - There have been interesting pieces about the civic implication of Hurricane Katrina including:
. Thomas Friedman’s “Osama and Katrina”"
For September 11 materials click here
Hurricane Katrina
Our thoughts go to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
How to help: you can find worthy organizations to donate to here and here.
.Launched by Saguaro member Paul Resnick, there is an Interesting and nice graphical interface to help connect Katrina refugees with offers of private housing at katrinahousing.net (click on 'try searching our map').
.there is also a good integrated site with resources for those who want to help (including site that enables people to connect with lost friends, relatives).
Civic implications: - There have been interesting pieces about the civic implication of Hurricane Katrina including:
. Thomas Friedman’s “Osama and Katrina”"
Hurricane Rita - Katrina Help Wiki
Hurricane Rita - Katrina Help Wiki: "Hurricane Rita
From Katrina Help Wiki
Table of contents [showhide]
1 Hurricane Rita Information
From Katrina Help Wiki
Table of contents [showhide]
1 Hurricane Rita Information
DeKalb gets rid of Red Cross at help center | ajc.com
DeKalb gets rid of Red Cross at help center | ajc.com: "DeKalb gets rid of Red Cross at help center
DeKalb CEO says group 'chaotic'
By CHARLES YOO
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 09/20/05
DeKalb County is kicking out the Red Cross from its one-stop help center, creating extra red tape for those displaced by Katrina seeking emergency cash.
On Monday, the Red Cross packed up and evacuated from its location near Panola Road, the most popular destination among the three mega service desks created in the past week as tens of thousands of evacuees flocked to metro Atlanta."
DeKalb CEO says group 'chaotic'
By CHARLES YOO
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 09/20/05
DeKalb County is kicking out the Red Cross from its one-stop help center, creating extra red tape for those displaced by Katrina seeking emergency cash.
On Monday, the Red Cross packed up and evacuated from its location near Panola Road, the most popular destination among the three mega service desks created in the past week as tens of thousands of evacuees flocked to metro Atlanta."
PsycPORT.com | Thrust Into Caregiver Role Post-Katrina
PsycPORT.com | Thrust Into Caregiver Role Post-Katrina: "hrust into caregiver role
USA TODAY - September 22, 2005
When Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, the upheaval of having to evacuate hit the elderly and those with disabilities especially hard.
Now, relatives who help take care of these most vulnerable evacuees -- aging parents with Alzheimer's, kids with autism, frail grandparents with multiple health problems who are trying to remain in their own homes as long as possible -- are scrambling to find new homes and services for loved ones.
Families nationwide are struggling to get up to speed with new caregiving responsibilities that often can be more involved than they imagined."
USA TODAY - September 22, 2005
When Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, the upheaval of having to evacuate hit the elderly and those with disabilities especially hard.
Now, relatives who help take care of these most vulnerable evacuees -- aging parents with Alzheimer's, kids with autism, frail grandparents with multiple health problems who are trying to remain in their own homes as long as possible -- are scrambling to find new homes and services for loved ones.
Families nationwide are struggling to get up to speed with new caregiving responsibilities that often can be more involved than they imagined."
Tuesday, September 20, 2005
IBJ Story
IBJ Story: "Therein lies the problem.
'It's hard to tell that story,' said Nancy Frick, immediate past president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals' central Indiana chapter. 'Other agencies are so single-focused that everyone understands and knows what they do. United Way is raising money for many organizations. ... That's a challenge.'"
'It's hard to tell that story,' said Nancy Frick, immediate past president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals' central Indiana chapter. 'Other agencies are so single-focused that everyone understands and knows what they do. United Way is raising money for many organizations. ... That's a challenge.'"
Guardian Unlimited | World Latest | Groups Lobby for Faith-Based Initiative
Guardian Unlimited | World Latest | Groups Lobby for Faith-Based Initiative: "Groups Lobby for Faith-Based Initiative
Monday September 19, 2005 8:01 PM
By RACHEL ZOLL
AP Religion Writer
Where the government stumbled, churches rushed in. That's the message religious disaster relief groups already are bringing to Capitol Hill, hoping the dramatic example of how they sped aid to Hurricane Katrina survivors along the Gulf Coast will build new momentum for President Bush's drive to expand federal funding for faith-based groups."
Monday September 19, 2005 8:01 PM
By RACHEL ZOLL
AP Religion Writer
Where the government stumbled, churches rushed in. That's the message religious disaster relief groups already are bringing to Capitol Hill, hoping the dramatic example of how they sped aid to Hurricane Katrina survivors along the Gulf Coast will build new momentum for President Bush's drive to expand federal funding for faith-based groups."
Katrina Donations Pass $1 Billion Mark
Katrina Donations Pass $1 Billion Mark: "Katrina Donations Pass $1 Billion Mark
By ALEKSANDRS ROZENS
The Associated Press
Monday, September 19, 2005; 5:33 PM
NEW YORK -- In the three weeks since Hurricane Katrina and its floods created watery havoc in U.S. Gulf states, Americans have donated just over $1 billion to charities aiding families displaced by the disaster.
That pace of giving exceeds the rate in the two weeks following the Sept. 11 attacks on America, and in the two and half weeks after 2004's massive tsunami."
By ALEKSANDRS ROZENS
The Associated Press
Monday, September 19, 2005; 5:33 PM
NEW YORK -- In the three weeks since Hurricane Katrina and its floods created watery havoc in U.S. Gulf states, Americans have donated just over $1 billion to charities aiding families displaced by the disaster.
That pace of giving exceeds the rate in the two weeks following the Sept. 11 attacks on America, and in the two and half weeks after 2004's massive tsunami."
Chefs For Humanity
Chefs For Humanity: "What's in the Works:
* Our Executive Director, Debra Rainey, continues to work from our Gulfport, Mississippi site. Our organization held a benefit in Gulf Shores Alabama with Lulu Buffett raising over $20,600 for local authorities. We have additional council and celebrity chef's arriving this week. Cat Cora, our President, is returning to the area again next week.
* We are partnering with local charities and authorities and feeding thousands more hot meals each day in the Gulfport region, both in the emergency services ranks and also at two Gulfport shelters. We have been warmly received and feel very proud and priviledged to feed the heart and souls of these good people. "
* Our Executive Director, Debra Rainey, continues to work from our Gulfport, Mississippi site. Our organization held a benefit in Gulf Shores Alabama with Lulu Buffett raising over $20,600 for local authorities. We have additional council and celebrity chef's arriving this week. Cat Cora, our President, is returning to the area again next week.
* We are partnering with local charities and authorities and feeding thousands more hot meals each day in the Gulfport region, both in the emergency services ranks and also at two Gulfport shelters. We have been warmly received and feel very proud and priviledged to feed the heart and souls of these good people. "
Charity holds Katrina cash
Charity holds Katrina cash: "Charity holds Katrina cash
We'll use it in Sullivan, local United Way says
By Heather Yakin
Times Herald-Record
hyakin@th-record.com
Monticello – The United Way of Sullivan County has decided to hold on to the $5,000 in donations it's received for Hurricane Katrina relief – and instead give the money to help hurricane victims who come to Sullivan County.
But the United Way hasn't yet identified any victims who would be eligible for the money."
We'll use it in Sullivan, local United Way says
By Heather Yakin
Times Herald-Record
hyakin@th-record.com
Monticello – The United Way of Sullivan County has decided to hold on to the $5,000 in donations it's received for Hurricane Katrina relief – and instead give the money to help hurricane victims who come to Sullivan County.
But the United Way hasn't yet identified any victims who would be eligible for the money."
USATODAY.com - Local charities fear hurricane relief will siphon donations
USATODAY.com - Local charities fear hurricane relief will siphon donations: "Local charities fear hurricane relief will siphon donations
By Charisse Jones, USA TODAY
Charities that feed and clothe the needy year-round are concerned that they will see a drop in contributions as Americans donate at a record pace to relief efforts for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Corporate and private donations for Katrina relief passed the $1 billion mark on Monday, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy."
By Charisse Jones, USA TODAY
Charities that feed and clothe the needy year-round are concerned that they will see a drop in contributions as Americans donate at a record pace to relief efforts for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Corporate and private donations for Katrina relief passed the $1 billion mark on Monday, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy."
The Chronicle: Daily news: 09/20/2005 -- 02
The Chronicle: Daily news: 09/20/2005 -- 02: "Katrina-Relief Bill in Senate Would Give Online Colleges Long-Sought Break on Student-Aid Rule
By DAN CARNEVALE
A bill to provide education relief to victims of Hurricane Katrina would temporarily remove a controversial distance-education regulation, allowing some students attending virtual colleges to receive federal financial aid for the first time.
Embedded in the $3.7-billion education-relief bill (S 1715), which was introduced last week in the Senate, is a provision that would alter the definition of an "
By DAN CARNEVALE
A bill to provide education relief to victims of Hurricane Katrina would temporarily remove a controversial distance-education regulation, allowing some students attending virtual colleges to receive federal financial aid for the first time.
Embedded in the $3.7-billion education-relief bill (S 1715), which was introduced last week in the Senate, is a provision that would alter the definition of an "
The Chronicle, 9/19/2005: Red Cross Sets $2-billion Fund-Raising Goal for Katrina Aid
The Chronicle, 9/19/2005: Red Cross Sets $2-billion Fund-Raising Goal for Katrina Aid: "Red Cross Sets $2-billion Fund-Raising Goal for Katrina Aid
By Grant Williams
The American Red Cross is estimating that it will eventually need more than $2-billion to cover its expenses related to emergency care for survivors of Hurricane Katrina.
The Red Cross, in Washington, said that it had raised nearly $765-million, of which approximately 33 percent was in pledges. The charity said it has already spent and distributed more than $521-million."
By Grant Williams
The American Red Cross is estimating that it will eventually need more than $2-billion to cover its expenses related to emergency care for survivors of Hurricane Katrina.
The Red Cross, in Washington, said that it had raised nearly $765-million, of which approximately 33 percent was in pledges. The charity said it has already spent and distributed more than $521-million."
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