Now is a good time for my annual reminder to please consider making financial donations to communities affected by disaster, instead of donating goods like food or clothing.
Check out this article if you don’t know what I’m talking about. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/best-intentions-when-disaster-relief-brings-anything-but-relief/
Check out this article if you don’t know what I’m talking about. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/best-intentions-when-disaster-relief-brings-anything-but-relief/
Every family impacted by disaster has unique needs.
Sorting, cleaning, storing and distributing literal tons of donations is a monumental and expensive task.
Spoiled food goes to waste.
Sorting, cleaning, storing and distributing literal tons of donations is a monumental and expensive task.
Spoiled food goes to waste.
Cash on the other hand, can be distributed quickly and equitably.
Relief organizations also have buying power. So your single dollar donation can go a lot further than you might think.
Relief organizations also have buying power. So your single dollar donation can go a lot further than you might think.
So instead of cleaning out your coat closet or pantry, find a trusted relief organization that speaks to your passions and help them with a financial gift.
Not sure who you can trust? Check out a third party watchdog like @CharityNav.
Not sure who you can trust? Check out a third party watchdog like @CharityNav.
If you want my personal recommendations, check out @RedCross or @CCADT1.
Thank you for helping people affected by these disasters.
Thank you for helping people affected by these disasters.
