2005-9-14 2:19am
These days it has been very difficult to focus on business as usual with the knowledge that so many people were absolutely devastated by Hurricane Katrina. As a business we feel for our customers -- many were located in New Orleans, with the French Quarter being such a beloved place.
Wanting this blog to be a spot for very useful information I've been trying to determine what charity sites are best to suggest. There are so many and all really are deserving of attention (well, the legitimate ones that is). As a person, mom, animal lover there is a piece of me that is drawn to each creature affected by the storm. As a mom, a part of me was ready to pack diapers, formula, clothes, food and other necessities into my car and drive down to lend support to fellow mothers who were faced with one of the worst situations of parenthood - not being able to help your child. As an animal lover I wanted to round up the animals to make sure they received proper care as well. As a person I wanted to feed, shelter and hug all that needed it.
Lets all do what we can. After careful consideration I have selected the following charities/links:
America's Second Harvest - Brings meals to those who are hungry and in need, is assisting with feeding survivors of hurricane Katrina.
Habitat for Humanity - Help the survivors rebuild. The majority of those affected earned less than $20,000 a year and lost all that they owned. Habitat for Humanity is working aggressively to build new homes for as many as is feasible.
Network for Good - Perhaps the quickest way to find the charity of your choice. The Network for good categorizes many effective charities that are assisting with relief efforts.
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