Help Those Affected by Sumatra Quake - Donate Now

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The thread discusses the impact of the Sumatra earthquake and the subsequent need for disaster relief. Participants share resources for donations and express concern for those affected, while also reflecting on the broader implications of the disaster.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a link to a disaster relief organization and encourages others to contribute or share additional organizations they trust.
  • Another participant mentions local volunteer efforts in Portland, indicating a community response to the disaster.
  • Some participants note the irony of a user named Tsunami posting about the disaster, highlighting a light-hearted moment amidst the serious topic.
  • A participant expresses a strong emotional response, feeling a personal responsibility to help.
  • Concerns are raised about the effectiveness of aid reaching northern Sri Lanka, particularly due to the political situation involving the Tamil Tigers.
  • Another participant suggests that political barriers may diminish in the face of such a disaster, but questions remain about the acceptance of aid.
  • One participant expresses concern for a specific individual, Author C. Clark, who resides in Sri Lanka.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a shared concern for those affected by the earthquake, but there are differing views on the effectiveness and accessibility of aid, particularly in politically sensitive areas.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference various organizations and their perceived effectiveness, but there is no consensus on which organization is the best choice for donations. Concerns about political implications on aid distribution remain unresolved.

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Some of our members have been directly affected by the Sumatra Quake and it's devastating aftermath. In searching for a way to help, I've come across a site with a long list of disaster relief organizations. If you are so inclined, I'm sure they would be most happy to accept any type of donation you can muster. :smile:

http://www.disasterrelief.org/GiveHelp/

Please feel free to add any other organizations to the list - especially ones that you have personally dealt with and feel confidant that your assistance has been well 'spent'.

Also - any of you who may be living this nightmare - if you feel there is an organization over there who is doing an exceptional job in their relief efforts, please tell us who they are and how to donate to them.

Thank you for your support. :smile: :biggrin:
 
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great site Tsu...here in Portland, volunteers are already on their way to help...
http://www.kgw.com/news-local/stories/kgw_122604_news_mercy_corps_quake_.4a794267.html
 
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Don't you think it is a little ironic that Tsunami is posting this :smile: :smile:
 
dduardo said:
Don't you think it is a little ironic that Tsunami is posting this :smile: :smile:

:smile: :smile: :smile: :smile: :smile:

I never noticed!
 
I HAVE TO HELP!111 IT'S ALL MY FAULT!11111 :cry: :cry:
 
Really though, they are going to need a lot of help. This is a catastrophe for millions of people. I just can't get over the scope of this disaster.
 
based on what i have seen from previous catastrophes, the Red cross and the Prime minister relief fund are the most effective, because they are the most capable and trustworthy.. but the thing that worries me is how much help northern sri lanka will get, beccause it is controlled by the Tamil Tigers or LTTE or Tamil Eelam,who are considered terrorists by some countries, because they want to be a separate country, but sri lanka has the highest casualties from this incident, so i am just wondering if the LTTE tigers will get help...
 
This was discussed on several reports. When a disaster of this magnitude strikes, political barriers tend to fall away. The only concern expressed was whether or not the relief would be accepted.

I keep wondering if Author C. Clark is okay. He lives in Sri Lanka.
 

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