I know that several of you out there in blog land live here in Jacksonville, FL. I just wanted to let all of you know some of the efforts that are being made locally to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina:
1. There is a blood drive going on at the UNF campus today to help stock the blood banks in Florida as they are trying to aid the gulf coast as well keep Florida supplied. The drive will be held at The Crossings on campus between 3:30 and 8:30 today. For more information please call (904) 620-1570.
2. PRI Productions, the company I used to work for, is loading their semi trucks full of food and supplies for the people of New Orleans, Mississippi and Alabama. If you have any clothing, canned goods, personal hygiene products, blankets, pillows, bug spray or any other supplies please donate them, every little bit helps. I know there are several organizations and locations around the city making the same efforts but I just wanted to make you aware of this opportunity that I am directly involved in and can personally guarantee that these supplies will make it into the hands of the people who need them. PRI is located in San Marco off of Atlantic and Kings Road, just look for the "Jacksonville Care - Hurricane Katrina Relief" bannered truck in the parking lot. You can drop off donations between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm 7 days a week (even labor day). Donations will be accepted until the trucks are full. If you need directions please call (904) 398-8179.
If you need more information you can contact me by leaving a comment, it will come directly to my work email address.
Thank you to everyone that contributing and donating.