- Hurricane Katrina Recovery on FirstGov.gov - http://www.firstgov.gov/Citizen/Topics/PublicSafety/Hurricane_Katrina_Recovery.shtml
Links to official information on US government relief efforts. Find out how to get help, locate loved ones, and get relief.
- American Red Cross - http://www.redcross.org/
Humanitarian organization helping communities prepare and cope with emergencies
- Operation Blessing International - http://www.operationblessing.org/
A Christian humanitarian organization that provides short-term medical, hunger and disaster relief and development assistance to people in need in the United States and overseas.
- Church World Service - Hurricane Katrina Response - https://secure.churchworldservice.org/catalog/display.php?product_id=177
Hurricane Katrina relief funding asking for donations to help provide immediate emergency aid and long-term recovery grants.
- Hurricane Katrina Animal Rescue - http://www.nsalamerica.org/feature/katrina/
Emergency relief fund focused on rescuing pets and animals affected by the hurricane.
- New Orleans Hurricane Fund - http://www.nolahurricanefund.org/
Relief fund for New Orleans residents left homeless by Hurricane Katrina, requesting donations of time, money, furniture and household goods.
- White House - Hurricane Relief - http://www.whitehouse.gov/infocus/hurricane/index.html
Information on efforts by the Bush Administration is making to provide assistance and relief to victims of Hurricane Katrina.
- Storm Aid - http://www.stormaid.com/
Clear Channel's campaign to raise money for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
- America's Second Harvest - http://www.secondharvest.org/
National food bank network seeking food and donations to help the hurricane victims.
- Adventist Community Services - Hurricane Katrina - http://www.adventist.communityservices.org/newstest.html
Volunteer relief organization supplying emergency supplies to Hurricane Katrina victims. Asking for donations of funds and volunteers.
- Florida Hurricane Relief Fund - http://www.flahurricanefund.org/
Fund supporting disaster relief organizations dedicated to restoration in Florida communities affected by hurricanes.
- HurricAid - http://www.hurricaid.com/
Blog dedicated to sharing news about Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, donation and volunteer opportunities, and how victims of the storm can seek help.
- Catholic Charities USA - Hurricane Katrina - http://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/news/katrina.cfm
Find out about activities to help hurricane victims as well as information on how to make a donation to relief efforts.
- USA Freedom Corps - http://www.usafreedomcorps.gov/
Disaster assistance for victims. How to get help. Finding loved ones. Health and safety information. Where to contribute. Volunteer opportunities but not right now.
- Hurricane Katrina - http://www.katrina.com/
Web design and computer consultant provides her website to assist storm victims. Includes help with locating relatives, missing persons, and relief links.
- The Truth Laid Bear - http://truthlaidbear.com/katrinarelief.php
Calls for a joint effort of bloggers to raise awareness and funds for relief efforts. With lists of participating blogs and recommended charities.
- Scammers Hit Web in Katrina's Wake - http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9160668
Be wary. Internet opportunists are already trying to cash in on public sympathy for Katrina's victims.
- FTC Offers New Guide to Giving Wisely - http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2005/09/katrina.htm
Here's how to help victims of Katrina. Avoid being scammed. How to be sure your contributions go where you intend.
- Michiana Lends a Hand - http://www.michianalendsahand.com/
Based in South Bend, Indiana. Gives tips on how to contribute money and goods.
- Governor Hires Former FEMA Head to Guide Louisiana Recovery - http://www.pensacolanewsjournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050903/NEWS01/50903020
James Lee Witt, director of FEMA 1993-2001, will represent Louisiana in dealing with recovery from Katrina. Article describes situation and what will be required. <The Pensacola News Journal>
- Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund - http://bushclintonkatrinafund.org/
Established by former presidents Bush and Clinton, this charitable fund collects cash and in-kind donations and work with the governors of the affected states to coordinate both the short and long term relief efforts.
- Austin Helping New Orleans - http://austinhelpingneworleans.org/
Features news and links to activities in Austin, Texas, that are meant to help the survivors of Hurricane Katrina.
- Katrina Caravan Rescue - http://www.katrinacaravan.com/
Transports evacuees from a staging city of family, friends, or coordinated housing.
- Union Community Fund - https://secure.ga3.org/08/UCF_Katrina_Relief
Online donation site for AFL-CIO charity for working families and communities affected by Hurricane Katrina.
- Health and Safety - Hurricane Katrina - http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/index.asp
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advice on illness, injury, food and water safety, animal and insect hazards, and mental health.
- American Red Cross Urges Public Health Precautions - http://www.redcross.org/pressrelease/0,1077,0_314_4554,00.html
Storm survivors are particularly vulnerable due to flood conditions, damaged sanitation and water treatment systems, and public shelter situations. The Red Cross offeres safety advice.
- American Institute of Philanthropy - http://www.charitywatch.org/
A nonprofit charity watchdog that helps donors make informed giving decisions. Tips for giving wisely. Don't be fooled. Find legitimate charities.
- Katrina Help Wiki - http://katrinahelp.info/
Directory of hurricane news, relief and aid agencies, blogs, helpline numbers, help needed and offered, health and safety information, relocation advice and ham radio resources.
- Mississippi Hurricane Recovery Fund - http://www.mississippirecovery.com/
Central clearinghouse for corporations, organizations, and individuals to donate much needed money, equipment, goods, services, volunteers, and time to the hundreds of thousands of Mississippians who are recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Established by Mississippi Governor.
- Why is the Red Cross Not in New Orleans? - http://www.redcross.org/faq/0,1096,0_682_4524,00.html
The Louisiana Homeland Security Department asked the American Red Cross not to come back into New Orleans following the hurricane. The Red Cross explains.
- Dubious Katrina Web Sites Increasing - http://us.cnn.com/2005/US/09/13/katrina.fraud/
Many web sites claiming to offer help to victims of Hurricane Katrina are suspicious. How to protect yourself.
- Dun & Bradstreet: Hurricane Katrina Update - http://www.dnb.com/us/about/katrina.html
Many businesses were affected by Hurricane Katrina. Impact on mail delivery. Finding assistance. Telemarketers baned in Louisiana.
- Animal Relief Efforts - http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/4602461/
MSNBC stories on pets rescued following Katrina. Includes links to agencies that need support and others suggesting how to be reunited with a rescued pet.
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