Fellow Dis'ers at the Boards...

[ANTSS2001]

Thank you for all your interest and Patience. Hopefully we find more of our family. Let's keep the seed growing. We're now waitng for Never2Old4Disney, she drove today to MS to pick up her sister and family. Have a safe Holiday !!!

timmy


Count me in, I live in Houston, and my neighbor has family in Houma (not far from New Orleans), I have already told her to let me know what her family/community needs!
I have quite a few items my kids have outgrown that are in great shape...be happy to pass them on.
suzanne
First and foremost, count me in. We have ladies and mens as well as a few childrens things (DD actually lives with her mom-guess that makes her DSD but I wish she was mine). And would be willing to send money or carepackages that are needed.
Second, I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who answers myself when I start asking questions...and I usually do it out loud (which scares a lot of people).
I have a lot of kids clothes as does a friend of mine. She has actual bags and bags of girls clothes. I would be willing to send what I have and ask her about sending hers.
Count on me, i have lots of girls clothes!
count me in :goodvibes :goodvibes
We dont have much.... but after these days of hurricane reports I feel very blessed to have my little house and possessions.
Please, if there is anyone who knows of someone who needs anything, just ask.....
I would love to help in any way I can....every little bit helps!!
Count me in for adult clothes at the least.
I am in. Just send me a PM now and again for a reminder because sometimes I forget to come to this board. I have mostly ladies clothes right now but I will keep looking around my home.
Let me go through my clothes in the basement that are slated for Goodwill and I will contact you if I have anything that might be useable
I can definitely help with baby boy clothes, sent you a pm.
I'm sure I can find things to be sent that are needed. Count me in.
Count me in. I have boys 9 & 10, mens and womens clothes.
Count me in too !!
I have teen boys clothes as well as some mens and womens, just let me know what to send...
Count me in! I have all sorts of stuff-Just let me know...I can send diapers, baby blankets, whatever-let me know!
I have teen girl clothes - a bunch junior size 3-5; some 11-13. Also would love to make up some care packages to send out. I wonder if there is a way to adopt a family or something. If someone decides to organize this - I will do whatever I can to help.
I"ll check and see what we have.
I can help with boys clothes and the 2x womens.
PM sent.
Sarah
PM me with info if i can help
adult sizes and girls size 10-14
or if you need help with the organizing
I am in the Dallas/FW area -- PM me if we can help
adult clothes
women's 14/16
men's large
kids (all girls)
youth L/XL; 10/12 or 14/16
children's 4/5
infant 0/3, 6/9 mos

If you locate anyone who came up the GA way let me know what I can do to help. I live North of Atlanta.

[JennaTX]

Count me in, I live in Houston, and my neighbor has family in Houma (not far from New Orleans), I have already told her to let me know what her family/community needs!

[Poohnatic]

I have quite a few items my kids have outgrown that are in great shape...be happy to pass them on.

suzanne

[ANTSS2001]

Just saw the "what Dis'ers are missing due to Katrina Thread" Guess that will be our source point. We would know who would need something and what.. the sad part is that we will only find out when katrina calm down and I hope it is soon

[ClarabelleCowFan]

Another idea might be to sell things on ebay and give the profits to the American Red Cross.

[hugsquared]

First and foremost, count me in. We have ladies and mens as well as a few childrens things (DD actually lives with her mom-guess that makes her DSD but I wish she was mine). And would be willing to send money or carepackages that are needed.
Second, I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who answers myself when I start asking questions...and I usually do it out loud (which scares a lot of people).

[lvs_eeyore]

I have a lot of kids clothes as does a friend of mine. She has actual bags and bags of girls clothes. I would be willing to send what I have and ask her about sending hers.

[PixieDust32]

Count on me, i have lots of girls clothes!

[ANTSS2001]

now we wait.. when the storm cools down.... and hopefully we can get the ball rolling... Will also go to TDS to ask if they have started some fund drive for katrina Victims will post anything I gather in the morning...

[PixieDust32]

now we wait.. when the storm cools down.... and hopefully we can get the ball rolling... Will also go to TDS to ask if they have started some fund drive for katrina Victims will post anything I gather in the morning...


OK, thanks!

[BARBARAAPPLE]

count me in :goodvibes :goodvibes

[staci]

We dont have much.... but after these days of hurricane reports I feel very blessed to have my little house and possessions.
Please, if there is anyone who knows of someone who needs anything, just ask.....

[kimber79]

Thank you Timmy for starting this up! I would love to help in any way I can....every little bit helps!!

[Costumesaremylife]

Count me in for adult clothes at the least.

[ANTSS2001]

Right now we have one who can use some clothes for a 24 months old baby boy and his bday is around the corner. Also some 2x and 3x mens outfit shirts, shorts etc...and 2x womens outfits. We will have an address by Friday, hopefully if there's anybody who can help PM me and I will PM back the information. I believe that it is better that we will not disclose the recipients information on the thread but only to those who will send them stuff. Again thank you for all your interest.

[Meriweather]

Let me go through my clothes in the basement that are slated for Goodwill and I will contact you if I have anything that might be useable.
thanks Timmy.

[cobbler]

I am in. Just send me a PM now and again for a reminder because sometimes I forget to come to this board. I have mostly ladies clothes right now but I will keep looking around my home.

[staci]

I can definitely help with baby boy clothes, sent you a pm.

[ANTSS2001]

:hourglass

[siouxi31]

I'm sure I can find things to be sent that are needed. Count me in.

[Tjaleks]

Count me in. I have boys 9 & 10, mens and womens clothes.

[pfishgirl]

Count me in too !!

I have teen boys clothes as well as some mens and womens, just let me know what to send...

[daisy_77]

Count me in! I have all sorts of stuff-Just let me know...I can send diapers, baby blankets, whatever-let me know!

[hdecker]

I have teen girl clothes - a bunch junior size 3-5; some 11-13. Also would love to make up some care packages to send out. I wonder if there is a way to adopt a family or something. If someone decides to organize this - I will do whatever I can to help.

[Tjaleks]

:Pinkbounc

[MinnieM3]

I"ll check and see what we have. we usually give outgrown clothes to a local outreach group fairly quickly. Be sure those you are sending to can receive them (I'm sure you are, just double checking since NO isn't livable!)

[kejoda]

I can help with boys clothes and the 2x womens.

Not to offend anyone but maybe you could address this to all disers. Those that don't do exchanges might not read this thread.

[pfishgirl]

Ok I came up with some questions... Some may be too soon to answer..

1. Is there an address where we can send items to? One that will go directly to our "dis" families who were affected..

2. How many "dis" families do we have that lived or have family or friends that were destroyed due to katrina??

3. Is there a way to get them money and not just itmes or should we stick with items for now? I am guessing that because of the severe damage, there may be no place left or supplies close enough that they can buy some new items with the donated money..

these are just a few questions I have floating through my brain as I sit here and watch the news all night...

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:

[JennaTX]

Ok I came up with some questions... Some may be too soon to answer..

1. Is there an address where we can send items to? One that will go directly to our "dis" families who were affected..

2. How many "dis" families do we have that lived or have family or friends that were destroyed due to katrina??

3. Is there a way to get them money and not just itmes or should we stick with items for now? I am guessing that because of the severe damage, there may be no place left or supplies close enough that they can buy some new items with the donated money..

these are just a few questions I have floating through my brain as I sit here and watch the news all night...

:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug:


Since I live in Houston where a lot of people are coming to, one thing that the local news stations, etc. are requesting are prepaid cards like from Wal-Mart etc., these could be used for gas,clothing,food, almost anything. This might be a good way of sending something to others here on the DIS. :goodvibes

[momtoce&j]

Right now we have one who can use some clothes for a 24 months old baby boy and his bday is around the corner. Also some 2x and 3x mens outfit shirts, shorts etc...and 2x womens outfits. We will have an address by Friday, hopefully if there's anybody who can help PM me and I will PM back the information. I believe that it is better that we will not disclose the recipients information on the thread but only to those who will send them stuff. Again thank you for all your interest.


PM sent.

Sarah

[ANTSS2001]

Our second family was just located! Family consist of Mom, Dad, and 2 kids ages 11 and 13. Our family is a sister of our fellow Dis'er. That's all the info she was able to share since they just found them. Pls. be patient, I know this is in a slower process right now but just keep your heart open and bag an extra " patience ". I will post or maybe PM YOU when I get the specific sizes and a physical address. Another good suggestion was mentioned above... about US sending CARE PACKAGES! Please keep our ideas growing. God Bless....

[kaylajr]

PM me with info if i can help

adult sizes and girls size 10-14

or if you need help with the organizing

[sk8belle]

I have some womens clothes I can donate - large shirts, size 12-16 shorts/jeans, sweaters (for future reference).

[mommystieg]

I am in the Dallas/FW area -- PM me if we can help

adult clothes
women's 14/16
men's large
kids (all girls)
youth L/XL; 10/12 or 14/16
children's 4/5
infant 0/3, 6/9 mos

[kimber79]

This would be done through the Red Cross, but something some of you may consider:

Contact your local radio stations to challenge them to ask your communities to pitch in and donate any monies they can. They are saying that money is what is needed the most right now. The stations can take up the donations, and then bring them to Red Cross.

One of our local stations was at a local business today with the Red Cross to collect donations. It seemed to go very well. (I did not set this up) I am contacting another station north of here to see if they will do the same thing. Also, our local race track is taking donations this Saturday, and there is another race on Sunday that the Red Cross will be there to take donations.

I think every little bit will help right now! I don't have much, but I am giving what I can! This disaster just rips my heart out ~ I can hardly stand to have the television on......I just cannot even imagine having to personally experience this nightmare. My heart goes out to all of those affected....may God bless you.

[BARBARAAPPLE]

Our second family was just located! Family consist of Mom, Dad, and 2 kids ages 11 and 13. Our family is a sister of our fellow Dis'er. That's all the info she was able to share since they just found them. Pls. be patient, I know this is in a slower process right now but just keep your heart open and bag an extra " patience ". I will post or maybe PM YOU when I get the specific sizes and a physical address. Another good suggestion was mentioned above... about US sending CARE PACKAGES! Please keep our ideas growing. God Bless....

I have boys size 10-12 and girls size 14
let me know I will not take to goodwill till we are sure that they are not needed

[ANTSS2001]

This would be done through the Red Cross, but something some of you may consider:

Contact your local radio stations to challenge them to ask your communities to pitch in and donate any monies they can. They are saying that money is what is needed the most right now. The stations can take up the donations, and then bring them to Red Cross.

One of our local stations was at a local business today with the Red Cross to collect donations. It seemed to go very well. (I did not set this up) I am contacting another station north of here to see if they will do the same thing. Also, our local race track is taking donations this Saturday, and there is another race on Sunday that the Red Cross will be there to take donations.

I think every little bit will help right now! I don't have much, but I am giving what I can! This disaster just rips my heart out ~ I can hardly stand to have the television on......I just cannot even imagine having to personally experience this nightmare. My heart goes out to all of those affected....may God bless you.
Also they need water and Coast Guard are accepting water, cases oif water donation. As of right now I have collected 25 cases of water here at work and home. I have been asking around if they can donate a case. You can check the ABC News website to check your Coast Guard Drop Off location. Our water will be leaving Tuesday for Texas. Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey Dis'ers the one closest to us is in Vineland,NJ Thank you for keeping this seed growing. Let's see this jigsaw puzzle to completion!!!

[ANTSS2001]

I am in the Dallas/FW area -- PM me if we can help
adult clothes
women's 14/16
men's large
kids (all girls)
youth L/XL; 10/12 or 14/16
children's 4/5
infant 0/3, 6/9 mos
I can help with boys clothes and the 2x womens.
Not to offend anyone but maybe you could address this to all disers. Those that don't do exchanges might not read this thread.
I can definitely help with baby boy clothes, sent you a pm.
I have boys size 10-12 and girls size 14
let me know I will not take to goodwill till we are sure that they are not needed



We have our 3rd family and our 1st physical address. I PM mommystieg and kejoda and staci and BARBARAAPPLE since this was the closest match for "two sons are sizes 11 and 3T. " The parents of the 2 boys only wants primarily for the boys so they did not disclose their sizes but if you want to mail some basic necessities PM me. Thank You so much for all your interest!

[KimRaye]

This disaster just rips my heart out ~ I can hardly stand to have the television on......I just cannot even imagine having to personally experience this nightmare. My heart goes out to all of those affected....may God bless you.Oh I know how you feel. :worried: :sad1: I fought back tears the other night, in front of my DD, while watching the news. It's devastating.


I also have another suggestion, regarding the monetary contributions, just heard about it the other day, the McCormick Foundation is matching funds, $.50 to your $1.00, up to 1 million (they were at $330,000 as of this morning :cheer2: ), so if anyone is interested in getting more bang for their buck - here's a link (hope this is ok) http://mccormicktribune.org/ if you check out their sources, you'll see they are teamed with not just my locale, but with companies, radio stations, TV stations, all over the U.S.

UPDATE: Due to reaching 1 million already(!) they are increasing their matching dollars to 2 million! This is fabulous news imo! :cheer2: Give if you can! :grouphug:

[ZebraStripes]

I have lots of good quality girls clothes 2T up through 6/6x. I'm more than happy to ship them to where ever needed. Also have some ladies 10/12 business casual and some 8/10 suits/skirts.

[ANTSS2001]

I have lots of good quality girls clothes 2T up through 6/6x. I'm more than happy to ship them to where ever needed. Also have some ladies 10/12 business casual and some 8/10 suits/skirts.
thank you for your interest...

-timmy

[Tjaleks]

As for a care package, what is needed?

I was thinking along the lines of hygiene stuff. Let me know and I will get one together.

[ANTSS2001]

:wizard:

[kimber79]

UPDATE: Due to reaching 1 million already(!) they are increasing their matching dollars to 2 million! This is fabulous news imo! :cheer2: Give if you can! :grouphug:

That is so awesome Kim ~ thanks for the link!

I have 2 bags of clothes from my son...I will have to checks sizes.....more than likely they are 16/18. I am going to work on weeding out my closet! I will have some clothes as well sizing 10/12; M/L.

I got this email from the local radio station that collected yesterday:

$40,000 Raised in 12 Hours for The American Red Cross Hurricane Disaster Relief

107.7 WRKR thanks you Southwest Michigan for your incredible generosity in donating $40,000 for The American Red Cross Disaster Relief in just 12 short hours.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our makeshift headquarters at Mr. B's and McKenzie's Bakery on Westnedge.

The money will be electronically transferred and immediately available for use by The Red Cross for Hurricane Katrina victims and survivors.

Special thanks to Mr. B's, McKenzie's Bakery, Finleys, Belle Tire, Players Grill, Jets Pizza, and Krispy Kreme.

More help is needed. You can still make a donation through the Red Cross by calling 1-800-Help-Now, or by logging on to www.wrkr.com and clicking on The Red Cross Logo.

Southwest Michigan has opened their hearts and their wallets to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. 107.7 WRKR appreciates your support. Thank You.

[ANTSS2001]

:wizard:

[ANTSS2001]

Have to get up at 5:30AM to pick up the truck I rented at 6:30AM to load all the cases of water I collected from friend and families and old co workers... I was in tears when I saw how much water we have in less than 2 days... it may not be alot of $$$ but word of mouth is the best tool... everybody was handing me to buy a case for them... Please keep up the faith.... God Bless and have a safe Labor day holiday weekend. I will be back late in the afternoon and Sunday I will be playing in my kitchen making cakes for my bake sale at the park Monday! Let's just hope my kids dont finish them before we get to the park :rotfl2: they are also setting up a booth next to my bake sale selling soda perfect combination. God Bless Us All... :grouphug:

[mommytotwo]

Drive safely Timmy and good luck with the bake sale and your kids with their soda sell. Thank you for all that you are doing.

[halestrm]

Have a 5 year old daughter, but will go to "Other Mothers", Sears, Walmart or any place else to help out. Please, just let me know what I can do.

Thank you for the opportunity to make a difference.