Dealing with Tragedy: the Aftermath of Hurricaine Katrina

We all deal with tragic news differently; I am always amazed and full of admiration for those citizens who rise up at great sacrifice to help others in times of tragedy and suffering.

There are so many different charities, and fellow Americans are helping out the victims of Hurrican Katrina in so many different ways, that it is hard to know where to help, how to contribute, what to do in order to help out in the best way.

The Reuters Foundation 'Alertnet' has referred me to a very helpful resource for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to provide help to hurricane survivors. 

It's a comprehensive web site that not only details what relief organizations are currently engaged in the Gulf coast region, but also describes the scope and scale of their activities.

I'd like to encourage you to go over this list, read about the missions each one of these groups is involved in, select one you feel an affinity towards and make a contribution today.

Recovery from this disaster will be a long, multi-stage process, but there is an immediate need right now to provide food, water, and medical attention to the people who have lost their homes and means of support.

This is the best list I've found of groups that are in the region and doing what needs to be done right now.

http://www.interaction.org/katrina

Please copy and paste this message to friends, family and colleagues. Time is of the essence.

This information comes from internet expert Ken McCarthy at: http://www.SystemFundraiser.com, a comprehensive source of fundraising advice for small business owners and entrepreneurs interested in helping hurricane relief efforts.

Take care and be healthy.