HOW YOUR DONATIONS ARE USED -Continue

 Use of Donated Funds

Over $200,000 was spent on disaster relief, which included:

. Food and water

. Fuel, cleaning supplies, and medicines

. Reconstruction of damaged homes

One family was shocked to find that everything they had was destroyed, including their home and business. This left the family without employment. During the first few days, it was traumatic for the family to see the empty lot where their house had previously stood. But as the reconstruction progressed, they were slowly able to overcome their fear. Seeing the outpouring of love and affection from the volunteers helped them to cope. The family was so moved by this experience that they joined the volunteers and helped rebuild another brother's home. 

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