Blogging for Hurricane Relief | Filed under General
As we have seen many times the blogging community has stepped up to do what we can to help those who were affected by the hurricane. Basically, a flood-aid blogburst has taken place. Bloggers who are participating, selected their charity or charities and put up a post recommending them and other action to help, and linked back to here, forming basically, a Carnival of Hurricane Relief, where a comprehensive list of both bloggers and charities will be kept.
These are my neighbors the people in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama and I ask you to support me in Hurricane Katrina: Blog for Relief Day, in an effort to raise awareness and funds to aid those who were affected by the hurricane. TTLB is the sponsor but it was suggested by Hugh Hewitt and Glenn.
I will be participating to the best of my ability and the charities that I have chosen to support are The Humane Society and The Habitat for Humanity. I chose these two charities because they are near and dear to my heart.
Animals and mammals are not able to speak and someone needs to speak for them. Those that know me understand I do love to talk so hear me roar today for the Lions and all the other animals and many mammals that need to be rescued and that is just the beginning. The human-animal bond is as old as human history. We cherish our animal companions for their unconditional affection and acceptance. We feel a thrill when we glimpse wild creatures in their natural habitat or in our own backyard. Unfortunately, the human-animal bond has at times been weakened or destroyed as is the case now. So please if you can make a donation, do so by going here and doing so now.
In a disaster like Katrina, which was catastrophic for family in low-income housing and mobile home parks, where these people were already hanging on by a thread before the hurricane, they will sadly suffer the most in the aftermath. The situation on the Gulf Coast is grave. Reports of devastation are staggering where thousands of families are left homeless or with homes that are severely damaged.
They have lost so much. We must help them piece their lives back together. There will be a need to help rebuild. In order to do that you can begin by going here and making your donation to The Habitat for Humanity now.
How can you help me, you can link to my page sending people over and I will pay a dollar for each comment. . You can match my donation per comment you get on your blog and donate it to the charity of your choice. You can donate a set amount to a charity. Just please let me know the amount you are donating and when you have completed your donation so I will know if I have reached my goal. However also make certain you go here and complete this form so we will know the entire amount raised in this blogging community effort.
Just remember how much we have to be thankful for and help me as I help others.
September 1st, 2005 at 5:15 am
Thanks for sharing Victoria. May God in His wisdom show us the way.
September 1st, 2005 at 5:47 am
I have chosen another charity, but I will post your link.
I am praying for all these people.
September 1st, 2005 at 7:17 am
I have donated to the RC, but I will definitely post your site on my blog for comments. This is such a wonderful idea and you are such a giving person. One reason why we all love you so much!
Take care my dear friend! *LOVE & HUGS*:heart:
September 1st, 2005 at 7:35 am
We do need to stop and think of our blessings while we remember those in so much need. There are so many relief efforts all over and we all need to pick a couple and help any way we can.
September 1st, 2005 at 7:55 am
Hi there! Jennair here…AKA Harmonia. I saw you on Karen’s blog and thought I would stop by. What a great idea you have posted here. I will be giving and volunteering for both the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army locally to raise efforts and get the word out but I would love to put you on my blogroll to keep up with your future posts…I hope that is okay. Please swing by my place when you have a minute and thanks again for your efforts!
September 1st, 2005 at 8:25 am
Linked you and am going to match your donation. Good stuff Vickie!
September 1st, 2005 at 9:26 am
Good for you Ms. Vickie - it’s wonderful to see so many pulling together for a common cause. God bless your efforts and God bless those who are in such need.
September 1st, 2005 at 11:46 am
Good idea Vickie. I will link to you from my blog. *Hugs*
September 1st, 2005 at 11:50 am
[…] Always Victoria is raising money for hurricane relief by donating a dollar for each comment she gets. Please leave her some comments. […]
September 1st, 2005 at 2:30 pm
I will absolutely link to you and suggest a visit!!! I have loved ones down there!!I can’t help financially . I want to help some how though and I am waiting for my opportunity to volunteer my time in some way. I am also letting people know that my home is open to a family with their pets welcome. If they can be assisted in getting to washington I can help someone out that way.Granted I am far away but hey if some one wants to start life over some where far away from hurricanes and tornadoes, I am here.
September 1st, 2005 at 2:33 pm
:bananadance::bananadance:LINKED!!!:bananadance::bananadance:
September 1st, 2005 at 3:04 pm
I’ve linked you also.
I support the Humane society. the animals are often considered disposable and cannot speak for themselves. it’s my mission to be their advocate and to help them as best that I can. they are our loyal companions. The least we can do is save their lives.:!:
September 1st, 2005 at 4:01 pm
Great idea!
I just made a call to volunteer for one of the FEMA Blue Tarp crews, so I may be off and running very soon — and for how long no one knows.
We all do what we can to help.
September 1st, 2005 at 5:05 pm
Hi, I will add your link to my latest post and carry forward as I post about this disaster. Among the people shown hurt & stranded in New Orleans, it was also sad to watch those sea lions that swam out of the broken aquarium burning in the sun. At least some of the people poured water over them while waiting for rescue.
September 1st, 2005 at 7:04 pm
Hey girl! they need all the help they can get!
September 1st, 2005 at 8:59 pm
I feel for them….it reminds me the devastating power of Tsunami….May God help them to get over the crisis soon.
September 1st, 2005 at 9:21 pm
I have called the Red Cross here in my area and I am waiting for a recruiter to call me so I can volunteer here to help there. There are a lot of ways I can help. I don’t know who to call to let it be known that my home is open for some one though..any ideas from anyone?
September 1st, 2005 at 9:25 pm
Bless you, Victoria. We, too, have given through our local Red Cross. We must ask ourselves: “What would we hope to receive should we find ourselves walking in their shoes?” That is what we must give.
September 2nd, 2005 at 2:31 am
Darling, you know that we are all praying for life to be safe for all those affected. We are doing a fundraiser at work for those in N.O.
Prayers and hugs.
September 2nd, 2005 at 2:45 am
I have you linked in a blog post Vickie. God bless you my friend, and God bless all those in need…….
September 2nd, 2005 at 6:26 am
Karen told me to comment, so I am. Best of luck
x
September 2nd, 2005 at 11:12 am
I applaud you for what you’re doing to help the victims of Hurricane Trina!
September 2nd, 2005 at 12:11 pm
I’m so sorry about what has happened to your lovely country and all the people that have lost their lives and loved ones, I found my way here through Judes Blog, big hugs from the UK.
September 2nd, 2005 at 3:44 pm
I found you through Shirazi. God bless you for this site. I will link you to mine. By the way, I agree with every word you say about our Pakistani friend.
Both of you have left a print on my heart.
Peace and blessings,
DCS
http://mediabysistrunk.blogspot.com/
September 2nd, 2005 at 4:55 pm
Good for you. I got here from Schnoodlepooh and will post your link.
September 2nd, 2005 at 5:55 pm
Nice Post. I’m glad I have you Linked. Gave to the Red Cross 2 days ago and attended a fund raiser last night!! lol
September 2nd, 2005 at 9:53 pm
I’m linking to you in my roundup and sending people over to comment.
September 3rd, 2005 at 2:21 am
Vickie, I’ve made my contribition to the Humane Society and I logged it into that last site that you listed. Do you want me to email you the amt., post it here, or ???? … per your request in your post.
September 3rd, 2005 at 6:04 pm
We’re donating through our church. Feel more will get to the people who need it that way. Coming over through Brian’s blog. Think what you are doing is wonderful. Keep up the good will and work
September 4th, 2005 at 8:48 am
I am linking to you as well and have logged my finanical contribution. I included the 3 to 1 match my company will provide, which is awesome. I came to you from Brian. Have a great day and keep up the fabulous work.
September 4th, 2005 at 9:04 am
I will add your link to my live journal. I am an animal lover and provide foster home for a no-kill dog rescue in my area. We keep them until they are adopted out. I also have two cats that I resuces.:thumbsup:
September 4th, 2005 at 1:34 pm
Brain said to come and say Hi. Thanks :o)
September 4th, 2005 at 9:02 pm
Came here from Brian’s round up
to you, this is a great idea 
September 4th, 2005 at 11:43 pm
Hi! I came over here from Pansi’s blog. I think this is such a great idea!!
September 6th, 2005 at 7:25 pm
hi, thanks for contributing to Hurricane Relief
and here’s a link to a letter from a survivor
http://www.livejournal.com/users/metahara/71927.html#cutid1