What can I do? Give to Northland Chapter of American Red Cross

From: Boreal news (Mary Petz)
Subject:
"What Can I Do?"
Date:
Fri, 11 May 2007 21:18:48 -0500

The questions "What can I do?" or "What do you need?" are so generously being repeatedly heard during this Ham Lake Fire situtation. What is really needed now is to rebuild the ability of the Northland Chapter of the American Red Cross to assist in this effort. Much money is being spent on food, lodging for evacuees, and other immediate needs. Donations of money are suggested as a meaningful way of helping the Northland Chapter as they help in Cook County. It is important for you to know that in order for your gift to be used in our area, it must be sent to the Northland Chapter at 2524 Maple Grove Road, Duluth, MN 55811. You may make contact by using the web address of redcrossnorthland.org, or by calling 1-800-950-4275. For the
fifth consecutive year, the American Red Cross has received a 4-star
rating from Charity Navigator, America's largest independent evaluator of charities. Receiving four out of a possible four stars indicates that
the American Red Cross excels, as compared to other charities in America, in successfully managing the finances of the organization in an efficient and effective manner. Charity Navigator reported that 91.5% of all donor dollars to the American Red Cross is used for programs and services.
Administrative expenses make up only 5% and fundraising expenses attribute to the remaining 3.5% of all dollars collected. "These are exceptional results. The American Red Cross has received the 4-star rating each of the past four years.
This is a tribute to our hardworking staff and dedicated volunteers who
believe in the Red Cross mission," states Tony Guerra, Emergency Services Director of the Northland Chapter of the American Red Cross. Thank you for your consideration in helping others.
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