Oxfam is a reputable organization with low overhead: http://www.oxfam.org/en/emergencies/typhoon-haiyan

David Kirsh
Durham, NC

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>From: steve rosenthal <[log in to unmask]>
>Sent: Nov 10, 2013 10:32 PM
>To: [log in to unmask]
>Subject: Re: [CONCH-L] Philippines
>
>my employer (big multinational company)  usually puts out a list and
>if/when they do this time i can paste it here. they vet it against the
>recommended criteria, eg relatively low overehead, etc.
>
>In the past i have given to Red Cross and Doctors Without Borders,
>which are always on the list.
>
>
>
>On 11/10/13, Fabio Moretzsohn <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>> Hi Rich, Vicky and all
>>
>> Thank you and all for your thoughtful messages. As the story of typhoon
>> Haiyan/Yolanda unfolds, it seems that it is a major tragedy in the
>> Philippines, and likely also in Vietnam. In the coming days there will be
>> some terrible footage and stories in the media and internet, which will be
>> followed by pleas for help. Unfortunately, there will also be scammers
>> trying to profit from this tragic event. Even well-intentioned
>> organizations may have a high overhead, or not be able to deliver
>> appropriate help where it is needed.
>>
>> Can anyone who have been through a major catastrophe recommend reputable
>> organizations that can collect monetary donations and deliver them to where
>> help is most needed?
>>
>> Let's keep praying for those affected by this tragedy.
>>
>> Fabio M.
>>
>
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