| Five months after Hurricane Katrina set off the
largest, most costly disaster relief operation in the nation’s history, the American
Red Cross announced
that current financial donations and pledges will cover the estimated $2.116 billion cost
for its response to Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. The Red Cross asks donors to
support the ongoing needs of hurricane survivors by giving to the countless other
charities and non-profit organizations that continue to raise funds for hurricane relief
efforts. For a list of some agencies, visit www.usafreedomcorps.gov. These colossal
disasters make the news—but most emergencies don't. A house fire or a loved one
needing CPR may not be newsworthy, but they're a tragedy for those involved.
In every single case, it is mission of the American Red
Cross to be there and help those in need—whether disaster strikes thousands
of people at once...or one family in the middle of the night.
Our job is never done—people always need us—every single
day. Please help us continue our lifesaving work, with a secure online gift
today!
While large disasters capture the headlines, it is more important
than ever to support your local Red Cross in their daily work. In just the last year, Red
Cross chapters around the country have responded to more than 70,000 disasters,
such as house and apartment fires.
They also are training staff and volunteers in emergency
preparedness, teaching first aid and CPR classes and delivering messages for members of
the Armed Forces and their families as well as collecting lifesaving blood.
Your contribution means that we can continue to provide these vital
services. Your gift today, will provide
hope and relief tomorrow.
Financial contributions to the American Red Cross are
tax-deductible.
Matching Gifts -- Your gift could be matched dollar for
dollar! Many companies offer matching gift programs that will double, even triple a
donation's value. Check with your company or visit this online directory of matching gift companies to find out if your
company will match your contribution to the American Red Cross. If you have questions
about your company's matching gift program, please contact your personnel office.
Once you have determined that your company matches donations made to
the Red Cross, obtain the appropriate form from your personnel/human resources office and
send it with a copy of your gift receipt to the address below:
American Red Cross
PO Box 37295
Washington, DC 20013
Attn: J. Porter
The American Red Cross Tax Identification Number (also known as
Employee Identification Number or EIN) is 53-0196605.
Please be sure to complete the entire donor portion of the form and
to include a copy of your gift receipt (if available). If you would like to designate the
gift to a specific disaster, please indicate that on the form. If you have questions about
your company's matching gift program, please contact your personnel/human resources
office. |
