I am in contact with a couple of churches in Washington, IL. with respect to their needs in light of the horrible devastation wrought by the Sunday tornado. Though we all want to help these folks, I have to tell you that the churches have not been able to sort out their very real needs. Many kind hearted people have sent water, blankets and clothing. Right now, they don't need any more of these items.
Please be so kind as to be patient with these people. They have suffered much and we need to give them the time and space to determine their way forward. To inundate them with supplies and resources that they might not be able to dispense or store just isn't the way to help them.
I can assure those of you who donated, we will bring these people the aid they ask for in due time. Until then please keep them in your thoughts and stay in touch with me going as the days unfold.
In the meantime, feel free to send a donation to Dick Flesher, 20048 S. Kohlwood Dr., Mokena, IL. 60448. Make your check payable to Schools Count Corp. Kindly note the word 'tornado' in the memo part of the check. You can certainly donate online by going to www.schoolscountcorp.org.
To date, the estimate is that 400 buildings have been damaged or destroyed. This creates all sorts of attendant problems for these families.
Many thanks,
Dick
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