Help For Survivors Of Attack On America

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CITIZENSHIP Help for Survivors of Attack on America (NAPSA)—Many American families will be in need of longterm assistance as a result of our recent national tragedy. An international relief and development organization has established an interfaith fund to assist them. oe — A new fund has been created to provide long-term relief aid to American families. Called the American Families Assistance Fund, it will provide immediate and long-term financial support to those in need. Thousands of people have lost loved ones, livelihoods, or their places of residence. Fellow Americans have the opportunity to come alongside them during their time of grief. Support will be provided through an inter-denominational network of churches in the New York City area. All assistance will be provided without regard to religious beliefs, gender or ethnic background. The fund’s sponsor, World Vision, serves over 85 million people in nearly 100 countries. World Vision is working in conjunction with FEMAand other non-profit groups to ensure that immediate help is made available in a coordinated fashion. Anyone in need of assistance can apply online at www.worldvision.org. Any contributions to the Fund which remain unused after January 2008 will be redirected to help needy children and families in New York and throughout the United States. To learn more or to make a contribution, call 1-800-700-4911 or visit www. worldvision.org. Contributions can also be sent to American Families Assistance Fund, c/o World Vision, P.O. Box 70351, Tacoma, Washington, 98481-0351.