Our hearts go out to those who were devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Read on to find out how you can help survivors and their families by making monetary donations to charity organizations.

The recent devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in the US is being cited as one of the most significant events to have hit the United States, aside from 9/11.

The death toll continues to rise and tens of thousands of people are without homes. Read the CNN updates for more information on the tragedy

If you have some money to spare,every dollar counts, then consider donating to any of the following organizations:

American Red Cross International Response Fund
Charity Hospital of Louisiana at New Orleans
Feed the Children
Habitat for Humanity International
Humane Society of the United States
Louisiana SPCA
Mercy Corps
National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster
Noah's Wish
Petsmart Charities Inc
Foster Parent's Plan
Salvation Army National Corp
United Way for the Greater New Orleans Area
Water Missions International

If you can't donate money, =cherriebomb has pointed out Crafter's United, where you can donate artwork or other items for sale and the proceeds will go toward the relief effort.

Thanks to `bookdiva here are some links to donate food, clothing etc:

The first one is the largest foodbank network in the US.

America's Second Harvest. Dry storage goods..Food, Water


Houston Food Bank Non perishable items..toiletry kits, toothpaste and toothbrushed, etc.


Clothes can be donated to most local area churches.

Please also donate blood if you can!!

We at deviantART are saddened by the many losses in the wake of this terrible disaster. Please consider extending a helping hand to your brothers and sisters with a small donation to any of the aforementioned organizations. Doing so could save someone's life.

For those wishing to express themselves in light of the current situation, we have opened a category so you may do so Hurricane Katrina 2005

Anyone in New Orleans or trying to connect with someone concerning the events may do so at #hurricanekatrina.





-used with permission from ~GeneralIriga