Tuesday, January 11, 2005
Tsunami Aid
More than 150,000 people have been killed by the South Asian earthquake and tsunami and their aftereffects. Millions more remain without food, shelter, medicine and other necessities.
Almost three in 10 Americans say they have donated to victims of the tsunami in Southeast Asia, according to an Associated Press poll taken as the private total begins to approach the amount given by the government.
Despite the outpouring, the amount still pales in comparison to the donations in the days following the Sept. 11 attacks. But much more is expected. Twenty-nine percent say they have given for tsunami aid; an additional 37 percent say they plan to.
Before the next big story comes along and the media jumps ship, make it a point to keep spreading the word to help and not to forget all those in need just because it stops appearing on our televisions and computers everyday.
Donation Links
AmeriCares Foundation South Asia Earthquake Relief Fund is delivering vital water purification systems and essential medicines to combat disease to the people most at risk.
Direct Relief International Tsunami Relief Fund is distributing emergency medical supplies and other health-related items to locally-run programs in South Asia.
American Red Cross Tsunami Relief and Recovery Efforts provides nutritious food, everyday supplies, basic healthcare and the support victims they need.
Clinton Foundation & UNICEF Tsunami Water and Sanitation Fund was funded to address the critical water and sanitation needs of children affected.
