Reuters/REUTERS - An aerial view of the storm damage over the Atlantic Coast is seen in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy in Seaside Heights, New Jersey October 31, 2012. The U.S. Northeast began an arduous
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'superstorm' hit the East Coast late Monday and the record storm surge
flooded towns up and down the coast; millions are without power and
dozens of people have been killed.
Below are organizations that are mobilizing relief efforts in the region:
AMERICAN RED CROSS:
The humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its
Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement will provide relief to
victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond
to emergencies. Mobilizing disaster workers, emergency vehicles,
shelters and relief supplies to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast states.
Designate your gift to 'Disaster Relief.' DONATE HERE.
THE SALVATION ARMY USA:
The Salvation Army is prepared for a long-term disaster response and
recovery operation following the mass destruction and power outages left
by Sandy. In New York City, officials from the Office of Emergency
Management have appointed The Salvation Army as the lead agency for the
City's Food Access Plan, to coordinate feeding at city shelters. Feeding
has already begun in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, and mobile
canteen units will deploy to the areas of greatest need as damage is
assessed in the coming days. Designate your gift to '2012 Hurricane
Relief Efforts.' DONATE HERE.
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS (ASPCA):
ASPCA founder Henry Bergh says its mission is to provide effective
means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the U.S. DONATE HERE.
HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES:
The HSUS seeks a humane and sustainable world for all animals; a world
that will also benefit people. We are America's mainstream force against
cruelty, exploitation, and neglect, and also the nation's most trusted
voice extolling the human-animal bond. DONATE HERE.
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