In Myanmar (also known as Burma) a devastating cyclone has left at least 22,000 people dead, and some estimates predict that the final death toll could exceed 500,000. In addition, the storm has left upwards of one million people homeless in what is the worst natural disaster since the Asian tsunami in December 2004. The U.S.-based charities World Vision, CARE, MAP International, Save the Children, Church World Service, ActionAid International USA, International Rescue Committee, International Medical Corps, ADRA, Direct Relief International, Rescue Task Force, Samaritan's Purse, Action Against Hunger-USA, American Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders, USA, Mercy Corps, United States Fund for UNICEF, Oxfam America, Friends of the World Food Program, Habitat for Humanity International, Lutheran World Relief, Operation USA, and United Methodist Committee on Relief are all participating in the relief effort. Each of these organizations receives a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. If you would like to assist in the aid effort you can click on each charities name above to view their Charity Navigator ratings report and then click on the “Donate Now” button to make a contribution through Network For Good. Continue to check Charity Navigator for up-to-date information on which charities are involved in the relief effort and how you can help. Also, consult our “Tips for Giving in Times of Crisis” for more information about maximizing the impact of your donation.
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also consider the American Red Cross.. who also has a 4-star rating! They are taking part in this relief effort!
I'm looking to get involved in
any fundraiser for the Myanmar
Cyclone victims held in the Boston
area Kevin White (978)937-1805
kevinwhitepmsi@hotmail.com
Does anyone know of organizations needing volunteers to actually go there and help? I'm Retired Military, an IT Tech, and currently available to go, just need to know who needs the volunteers!
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