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January 03, 2005
DCRob reminds me that Amazon.com has created a way for people to give directly to the American Red Cross for tsunami disaster relief. Amazon.com says 100% of all contribution go to the American Red Cross.
"I ask every American to contribute as they are able to do so," Bush said in the White House's Roosevelt Room, the two former presidents at his side.Clinton and the first President Bush are to lead an effort to encourage the American people and businesses to support relief and reconstruction activities in areas devastated by the tsunamis, the president said. He also ordered that American flags fly at half-staff all week in sympathy for "the victims of a great tragedy," particularly the many thousands of dead and orphaned children.
"In the coming days, Presidents Clinton and Bush will ask Americans to donate directly to reliable charities already providing help to tsunami victims," Bush said. "I've asked the former presidents to solicit contributions both large and small."
The president urged Americans to give money instead of other items. "Cash donations are most useful," he said.
[Elder Bush, Clinton to Lead Relief Effort - AP - 01-03-05]
Online disaster relief contributions for tsunami victims is a true testament to the democratizing power of the internet. Kintera, a maker of fundraising software, estimates $350 million has been raised online for tsunami disaster relief. Amazon.com alone has raised $12 million.
In this New Year, I hope many of you will join me in my New Year's resolution to help focus that power where it can make the most difference.
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