Community Corner
Reaching Out to Help
How can we help the after last week's earthquake, tsunami and the ensuing crisis?
The situation in Japan, Hawaii, and along the West Coast is making headline news and assistance is needed. Every donation we make, no matter how small, will make a difference. Here are a few agencies already involved.
This organization is assessing and helping with many humanitarian needs in Japan, Hawaii and along the West Coast of the United States. To make a donation, go to www.redcross.org and give to Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami. You may also text REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10 to give help to people in Japan and others throughout the Pacific who have been affected by the tsunami.
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A team is already on-site in Japan and many others are on their way. Some specific needs are oxygen, water, medical supplies and non-food items. To make a donation, click here.
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An emergency response team is assessing the situation for children and their families in the areas hit worst by the tsunami. Make a donation here.
This organization is in Japan helping with daily needs, relief supplies and the emotional needs of children involved. Their plan is to “remain on the ground for the long haul, rebuilding communities and restoring hope.” Click here to help.
Debbie’s Daily Dose of Food for Thought
We all need help at one time or another. As you consider what you can do to, think about this quote by Edward Everett Hale, “I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do.” So, let’s each do something!