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United Way of America coordinating long-term response
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| In the wake of the unimaginable destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina throughout
the Gulf Coast states and up into the Ohio Valley, thousands of people are waiting helplessly to return to their
communities and assess what will be needed to put their lives back together. In response to this need, United Ways throughout the region are mobilizing to help lead response and recovery efforts by working hard to identify the most serious needs of devastated communities. Additionally, many other communities are suffering indirectly as they host thousands of evacuees, many of whom will likely be there for weeks to come. “Many United Ways will be active in coordinating the community's response, working with community partners to ensure that immediate needs are met, although each United Way’s role in its community will be different, depending on the specific needs and the United Way's resources,” said Brian Gallagher, President and CEO of United Way of America. “United Ways are committed to long-term positive changes in community conditions, so in most areas, while they can help with providing some front-line disaster relief, their primary focus will be long-term recovery - those needs that are often not addressed until weeks or months following a disaster.” The United Way Hurricane Katrina Response Fund has been activated to help affected communities begin rebuilding their lives. To donate to this fund, you may pledge here, or call the United Way of Union County at (937) 644-8381. You may also mail a check or cash donation to United Way of Union County, Hurricane Katrina Response Fund, P.O. Box 145, Marysville, Ohio, 43040. |
| For more information, please contact the United Way of Union County at 644-8381 or by e-mail at unitedwayuc2@imetweb.net. |