Episcopal Relief and Development is preparing to respond to Hurricane Ivan with emergency assistance to affected communities in the Caribbean and United States. Hurricane Ivan has already devastated the island of Grenada and threatens Jamaica and the Florida Keys.
ERD will keep you informed about developments regarding the devastating storm. For updates online, please visit www.er-d.org.
To make a contribution and help people affected by hurricanes in the Caribbean and United States, donate to the 2004 Hurricane Relief Fund at www.er-d.org or call (800) 334-7626, ext. 5129. Gifts can be mailed to: Episcopal Relief and Development, c/o 2004 Hurricane Relief Fund, PO Box 12043, Newark, NJ, 07101.
A bulletin insert can be used in parishes to respond to the recent hurricanes in the southeastern United States. Please visit www.er-d.org/anewpubs.htm to download a copy. Next week, ERD will make an insert available on the hurricane in the Caribbean.
Episcopal Relief and Development stands ready to assist families devastated by Hurricane Ivan. ERD will work with affected dioceses to provide critical assistance such as food, temporary shelter, clothing, and medicine to vulnerable children and families.
Please continue praying for people affected by the hurricanes.
