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Old 08-30-2005, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by lbelle1214
Someone from my church just called (I'm ashamed, 'cause I haven't been there in about two years!) to collect things that the stranded said they needed...diapers, powdered baby formula, individually packed snacks, etc. So, I'm gathering up all I have and taking it to the church tomorrow. Everybody give what you can to help...money is secondary to the things they need for survival right now.
There was just a message on msnbc that said the Red Cross and Salvation Army are requesting that people NOT send food or clothing. Maybe it is easier for them to purchase things directly as needed with monetary contributions. I didn't hear the exact reasons why they are sending out this message.
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