As of this writing, the Hurricane Katrina: Blog for Relief Weekend has raised $818,448.
I've recommended that readers contribute to the Salvation Army because I know that, for every dollar they raise, 83 cents goes directly to the intended recipients.
Because of the overwhelming response, the Army has set up six different donations servers: Here, here, here, here, here and here to take donations. You can also pledge by phone at 1-800-SAL-ARMY or by mail at PO BOX 4857, JACKSON, MS 39296-4857--write "disaster relief" on the checks.
You can log your donation here. Thanks to Andrea, Miriam and Tatyana for their generous donations.
If you'd rather donate to a different charity, here's a list of recommended charities. Or consider donating to the Kids of Katrina School Supply Drive,. If you have a spare room, you can offer housing to evacuees here.
The Fugly Girls have more charities, including corporations that are offering matching donations and stores where you can donate at the register.
Do what you can.
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