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Poverty in the United States |
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Many people in our country suddenly find themselves living in poverty due to natural disasters. PUSH 4 Change will provide aid to victims of natural disasters that occur in the United States. Our mission is to grant aid to those, especially low income families, that have been displaced by natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornados or fires. Many survivors of Hurricane Katrina/Rita are still out of homes and looking for work. A disproportionate amount are living in poverty. A portion of the year-end funds will be given to Habitat for Humanity for Hurricane Katrina/Rita victims. |
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PUSH volunteers responded to victims’ needs following deadly tornados in Moulton, AL on 2/06/08. Many houses throughout the community were leveled by the storm and countless others have significant damage. The Moulton Community would like to thank everyone for their support, warm wishes, and prayers. In the following weeks and months, PUSH will continue to provide aid as residents rebuild their lives in this community. |
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Americans are greatly affected by poverty: ¨ 36.5 million people live under the poverty line and children make up more than 35% of this number. (www.povertyusa.org) ¨ Children under 6 are most affected, with 4.8 million living in poverty. (www.povertyusa.org) ¨ 1.3 million children are homeless at some point in a given year. (www.myfriendsplace.org) Adults and children living in these circumstances need our help. By making a donation to our organization or any of these non-profits you can help to end poverty in the United States.
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Photos of the damage caused by the tornado that hit Moulton, AL. |
