DISNEY and Hurricane Relief

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The images of the devastation and suffering wrought by Hurricane Katrina have saddened us all. Possibly the worst natural disaster in American history, the storm has left cities and towns devastated and thousands homeless.

In response to this unprecedented crisis, on Thursday, August 31, The Walt Disney Company announced that it would donate $2.5 million to aid relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Katrina. Of that money, $1 million will go to the American Red Cross for immediate relief efforts, another $1 million will go to rebuilding efforts targeted at children's charities, and the remaining $500,000 will be directed to volunteer centers providing services to the affected communities.

"The devastation in the wake of Hurricane Katrina is simply heartbreaking and our thoughts are with those struggling in the aftermath of this disaster," said Michael Eisner, CEO, and Bob Iger, president, COO and CEO-elect of The Walt Disney Company. "We hope that our donation will aid emergency management teams and organizations in their efforts to provide assistance to those impacted."

In addition to the contribution from The Walt Disney Company itself, Disney Cast Members around the world are stepping up to offer donations and assistance. The American Red Cross still urgently needs funds, and we encourage any of our readers who would like to help to donate via The American Red Cross Web Site.

In this time of tragedy, our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected.

 

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BTW! We could't Thank the company or the Disney's in this case, we MUST thank US the customers that shop, and spend money with the Disney Company. ( wal mart thread)