hurricane relief

[Jerry De Santis]

Although the suggestion for private aircraft to help out in Baton Rouge is a very noble endeavor, it is best left to the military until they make a call for that type help. There are many ways for us as individuals to help out. At this time perhaps cash donations to the Red Cross or others organizations. However, as usual, a crisis like what happened in Baton Rouge brings out the best and sorry to say, the worse in mankind. There was a piece in the Lansing newspaper the other day warning all, that donation scams are happening. So as we all do our own thing to help, make sure you know where your donation is going.

I am happy to say that Michigan is helping out by taking in 10,000 refugees. In Battle Creek (BTL) where I am based, we expect 5,000 starting today. They will be housed at Fort Custer for processing to near by communities. If ever State takes in some of those folks, as a nation we can lick the problem quickly.

If your State has not requested to help directly yet, write to your State Government and ask them to do so.

Regards
Jerry
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