9/08/2005

Ten Ways to Aid the Katrina Relief Effort

""What can I do?'

That's the question that is on the lips of millions of Americans as they contemplate the intense need that Hurricane Katrina left in its wake. Relief organizations and government agencies alike are stressing that the best way people can help the hurricane relief effort is by donating money...But if you can't donate money, or just want to do more, here are some concrete actions you can take to make a difference in the lives of so many:

1. Get Creative with Your Congregation...
2. Send Needed Items--Like Garbage Bags, Batteries & Toilet Paper...
3. Add Your Prayers...
4. Offer Someone a Job...
5. Open Your Doors...
6. Help Save an Animal...
7. Help a Child Learn...
8. Get Your Company Involved..
9. Send Medical Supplies..."

For more details, links, addressses and phone numbers please see this Beliefnet.com article.