September 01, 2005

Today, do a small thing

Katrina.bmpWe can do no great things--
only small things
with great love.
--Mother Theresa




Here in Londonderry, New Hampshire, as everywhere in the United States today, we’re feeling a little helpless. How do we respond to the tragedy unfolding along our Gulf Coast? We’re doing what we can. Some of us brought in American Red Cross donations. Some of us are working a telethon later today. These are small things, but we do them with the sincere conviction that they will make a difference.

What small thing can you do today? Next week? Next month? Next year when the massive rebuilding must ensue?

For now, please visit these charities and learn about how you can contribute:

The American Red Cross

The Salvation Army

Habitat for Humanity

Mercy Corps

Catholic Charities

Lutheran World Relief

Posted by Blogger Chris at September 1, 2005 04:23 PM
Comments

There's a HUGE group of indie crafters who have donated items for Red Cross fundraising at http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=3146. Learn more at www.craftrevolution.com/.

Just thought I'd mention another outlet for Red Cross fundraising. Thanks!

Posted by: jessica at September 2, 2005 06:57 AM

Hi Chris: I know how you feel. Just one correction - Lutheran World Relief did now show up as LWR but as Catholic Charities. I am a Lutheran and the Lutheran World Relief does a great work in the disaster area. As of now I am packing blankets, sheets, towels and wash cloths to send to the Gulf area.
Sincerely,
Helen Dasher

Posted by: Helen Dasher at September 1, 2005 08:15 PM

thanks for the information and it does more people some options to help

Posted by: molly at September 1, 2005 08:07 PM