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Donate To Red Cross To Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Brock Keeling — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:10:46 GMT

The wake of Monday's two-mile-wide tornado in Moore, Oklahoma -- a natural disaster that killed dozens and has been billed by some as "the worst tornado in the history of the world" -- caused harrowing destruction. Children have died, neighborhoods razed, and lives all but ruined. You should really donate if you can.

And it's just too easy. Donors can text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

You can support #Moore response & other disasters by txting REDCROSS to 90999 to give $10, or online at redcross.org
— American Red Cross (@RedCross) May 21, 2013

The Red Cross is also suggesting that you donate blood at your nearest blood center. Click here or call 1-888-393-GIVE to set up an appointment.

The death toll from yesterday's tornado is at 24, though disaster officials say the figure is subject to change. We'll continue to update this post throughout the day with other local efforts to help tornado victims.

How To Help Hurricane Sandy Victims

Brock Keeling — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:55:37 GMT

Hurricane Sandy brutalized the East Coast Monday night, resulting in fires, widespread power outages, death, and jarring scenes of flooding in New York City and elsewhere. Though it's still too early to figure out just how much damage the potent storm caused, one thing is for sure: donations would be of great help right now. How and where can you donate? Behold:

Red Cross: President Barack Obama recommends donating to the American Red Cross, and there are many ways to do so. You can make a donation by visiting www.redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation, or via snail mail to your local Red Cross chapter or the American Red Cross at P.O. Box 37243, Washington, D.C. 20013.

AmeriCares will deliver medicine, first aid kits, cleaning products, flashlights, and more to east coast areas hit hard by Hurricane Sandy. "We are on full alert, connecting with partners throughout the vast area affected by the storm,' said Garrett Ingoglia, AmeriCares vice president of emergency response. "This is a very serious storm, and we are ready to help in any way we can." You can donate here by scrolling to the bottom and hitting the big red "DONATE" button.

Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization, will provide food, water, and other supplies to those affected by the hurricane. To donate, you can either visit feedingamerica.org or by calling 1-800-910-5524.

If you know of any other ways to help, please let our readers know in the comments. Thank you.

And ne sure to check out Gothamist's comprehensive coverage of Hurricane Sandy.

[HuffPo]

UPDATE: Mark Leno Loaned His Campaign $100K On Saturday?

Brock Keeling — Tue, 13 May 2008 13:32:02 GMT

This is for all your political fetishists out there: why is Mark Leno donating this sum of cash to his own campaign? (Go here, type "leno" in "Name of Filer," "10000" or so in the "Contribution Amount" minimum box, and then click the search button to generate the above info.)

We're dipping into the M&R-y whirlpool here, but isn't it bad to put your own money into your campaign? Isn't it easier to raise $100k by fundraising at swank parties than actually working, making a salary, and then donating to yourself? Local readers who actually find this Critical stuff remotely interesting, feel free to chime in and educate us. We're missing something here. Clearly.

Then again, maybe the money was lent by a different Mark Leno? Who also lives in California? And is a state assemblyman?

Update: One of Mark Leno's minions responds to little ol', silly SFist -- along with a delicious pun on your Editor's name! -- after the jump.

How to Help Your Fellow Californians/Fire Victims

Brock Keeling — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 20:49:15 GMT

As of now, six people have died and more than 500,000 people are in "mass migration" over the mind-numbingly destructive wildfires happening all throughout Southern California. It is, for lack of a better word, heartbreaking. All of it. When our bottom half suffers, so do we. (Map of San Diego fires)

But some good news: The LA Times has a helpful breakdown worth a moment of your time, on how you can help people (and pets -- don't forget them!) in need right now. We've re-printed it for your convenience:

How to Help
Charitable organizations responding to the Southern California wildfires are seeking donations to assist area residents.

American Red Cross: Cash donations can be made through www.redcross.org or through a local Red Cross chapter. Volunteers also are needed. Information on shelter locations can be found on Red Cross websites for Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange and San Diego counties and the Inland Empire. Donations of clothing can be made at Goodwill locations. Information: (800) REDCROSS or (800) 257-7575 for Spanish speakers.

Salvation Army: Cash contributions can be made through www.salvationarmy-socal.org or by calling (800) SALARMY.

Governor's Office of Emergency Services: Businesses wishing to donate large quantities of goods for distribution to fire victims can call (800) 750-2858 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. Pacific time. Individuals wanting to donate items or volunteer to help with local disaster response efforts should contact the Red Cross or go to the governor's CaliforniaVolunteers website at www.californiavolunteers.org.

Wow, a Whole $100,000. Gracias, America!

Brock Keeling — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 10:57:02 GMT

We can only hope that every single news outlet has printed a typo when reporting the amount of cash the United States is sending Peru, which is still experiencing severe aftershocks. As the death toll climbs past 500, with more than 1,500 reported injuries, the United States government has pledged a whopping $100,000 in support. Why don’t we just send America’s Player, Eric (with his oh-so-attractive pierced nipples) from Big Brother to help them out?

If you’re feeling a tad more generous than Uncle Sam, the Red Cross has its International Response Fund. If you want your donation to go to Peru, make sure you designate your donation accordingly.

Peace.

By Deborah (note: Deborah will have her own MT account and post her own stuff come Monday. Welcome her, won't you?)