I have seen many tragedies. Joplin, Missouri was struck by one of the worst tornadoes in American history on May 22, 2011. Houses are literally in toothpick shavings. Hundreds of people are still missing as I write this and over 120 people have lost their lives. By far, this is the worst tragedy since Katrina and the worst tornado devastation I have ever seen.
Please consider donating time, supplies or money to this devastated area. Red Cross depends on your donations of blood and money to feed, house and give medical attention to the victims. Red Cross offers immediate assistance when the government is still assessing the situation and Search and Rescue Operations are still under full swing.
The Red Cross is the first medical attention you get, the first meal you get, the first bed you get and the first hug you get after a tragedy strikes, small or large. The Red Cross leads you to your next steps when you do not know what to do and they take your hand to lead you on your path starting over.
The Red Cross offers hope for the future.
http://www.redcross.org/ or call 800-RED-CROSS
Mission Statement:
"The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies."
I took this photo while volunteering the first few days, May 23, 2011
Please consider donating time, supplies or money to this devastated area. Red Cross depends on your donations of blood and money to feed, house and give medical attention to the victims. Red Cross offers immediate assistance when the government is still assessing the situation and Search and Rescue Operations are still under full swing.
The Red Cross is the first medical attention you get, the first meal you get, the first bed you get and the first hug you get after a tragedy strikes, small or large. The Red Cross leads you to your next steps when you do not know what to do and they take your hand to lead you on your path starting over.
The Red Cross offers hope for the future.
http://www.redcross.org/ or call 800-RED-CROSS
Mission Statement:
"The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies."
I took this photo while volunteering the first few days, May 23, 2011