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Ways to Help in S.C.

by Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

By Hana Suckstorff, Duke Divinity School Intern

Our brothers and sisters in South Carolina are dealing with the aftermath of what meteorologists are calling a 1,000-year rainfall event. As of this morning, thirteen people have died, and more than a dozen dams have been breached. Here are some ways you can help:

•The American Red Cross is looking for volunteers to help run its shelters. Find updated information on South Carolina shelters here. New volunteers can start applying at RedCross.org/SC. You can also donate to their 2015 Fall Flood fund here.
•The Salvation Army is providing water, shelter, and assistance to affected areas. You can donate to their East Coast Disaster Relief efforts here.

In addition, many denominations will be doing relief work in South Carolina. We encourage you to visit their websites or contact them directly for more information.

 

About Aleta Payne, Former Deputy Executive Director

Aleta Payne first joined the Council staff in the spring of 2001 as the Communications Associate. She continues to oversee that work along with development, represents the Council in several partnership efforts, and serves in other administrative roles, as well. Aleta is a graduate of the University of Virginia with a degree in government and foreign affairs and spent much of her early career as a journalist. She has three young adult sons who continue to come home to Cary for dinner, or at least groceries, and two young adult terrier-mix dogs who keep the nest from feeling too empty.

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