Gothamist: Hurricane Relief: Where to Donate

ethos

Wed, 14 Sep 2005 11:49:09 -0500

Product Shop, I think you're getting confused with the International Red Cross, which is not affiliated with the American Red Cross. At present time the IRC refuses to acknowledge Israel's official relief/rescue operation, the Magen David Adom, although it does accept the Red Crescent (the relief organization of Islamic countries) and yes, it's political. (On a side note, this doesn't stop Israel from rushing to help any country in need that will accept its help; they did an admirable job in Sri Lanka after the Tsunami.) Not that the American Red Cross doesn't have its own share of problems, but I just wanted to clear that up. My thoughts and prayers to the people of New Orleans.

Christina

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 14:55:50 -0500

My Step mother Suggested That with all of the National Parks around, that the people that lost their homes due to Hurricane Katrina would be better off if they camped at the camp grounds. Most of the Camp grounds have showers and tolites. They would be able to go out side instead of being stuck in doors. This was the Suggestion of Teresa Daniels and Christina Daniels. Hoping to make a difference.

Christina

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 14:55:12 -0500

My Step mother Suggested That with all of the National Parks around, that the people that lost their homes due to Hurricane Katrina would be better off if they camped at the camp grounds. Most of the Camp grounds have shovers and tolites. They would be able to go out side instead of being stuck in doors. This was the Suggestion of Teresa Daniels and Christina Daniels. Hoping to make a difference.

Moe Golden

Wed, 31 Aug 2005 11:21:00 -0500

Just an aside from a friend of Gothamist: A friend sent me a link to the site: www.1900storm.com, about the big hurricane that destroyed galveston and the subsequent rebuilding of the city in which every building was raised 17 feet. just something positive to familiarize ourselves with and hopefully turn on any journalists/media folks that may be checking out this site to.

Doug

Wed, 31 Aug 2005 09:04:56 -0500

On the website, you can specify that your donation is for Hurricane 2005 relief.

Laura

Wed, 31 Aug 2005 08:09:51 -0500

If you do decide to donate to the Red Cross, make sure you clarify that it's for Katrina relief (write it on the check), otherwise the money goes into their general operating fund. I've worked with them before, totally sketchy organization.

Jack

Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:59:14 -0500

Ditto Product Shop NYC's statements. I really am dubious of the Red Cross and the way they manage funds. I used to dismiss claims against them before 9-11, but after 9-11 when it was revealed that most of the funds did not go towards 9-11 relief, that was it. Seriously donate with your heart, but do make sure you donate to a place that will use your money wisely and not hide their intentions.

Product Shop NYC

Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:06:37 -0500

I would like to mention that the Red Cross has a history of not using the money for the cause people think they are donating money towards. And if memory serves me correct, they also don't recognize Israel's right to exist. There are much better organizations to give your hard earned money.

Doug

Tue, 30 Aug 2005 23:39:27 -0500

CNN added this list: http://www.cnn.com/2005/US/08/30/help.agencies/index.html