Continuing the Call for Aid

As is evident from this recent New York Times story, the call for aid to the Philippines following recent typhoons is as loud as ever:

After Storms, Stagnant Floodwaters Bring Disease in Philippines

MANILA — More than a week after Typhoon Ketsana devastated the Philippines, followed by a second damaging storm, large areas of Manila and nearby provinces remain flooded, and survivors — some gathered in evacuation centers and others marooned in their homes — face a host of other problems, including disease and ruined crops. (New York Times)

The government has appealed for donations of clothes, blankets, food and water for many thousands who have sought shelter in evacuation centers.

Mekong Circle can do its part.

If you would like to assist, you may send checks payable to "Mekong Circle" to our Treasurer Bik Marquez at 1200 Bayhill Suite 119, San Bruno, California 94066 (Tel. 650 589 3522). Please note on the face of the check that the donation is for "Typhoon Relief."

We will pool the money and transmit it to our Philippine Mekong Circle affiliate which will forward it to the appropriate receivers. Your donations, as usual, will qualify as a tax deduction for charitable purposes.

Please do it now. This is an emergency.