State Representative David Bly, MN District 25B

I received word from Melanie Ewald, Individual Giving Manager at the Red Cross that the Red Cross has changed its message as follows:

Due to the extraordinary generosity of the public, the American Red Cross believes that current financial donations and pledges will be sufficient to cover the estimated costs of its response to the I-35 W bridge collapse on August 1, 2007.  Donors rushed to meet the needs of those who were involved in this tragic accident and their families, and because of their quick action the Red Cross was able to provide a safe place to rest, hot meals, basic first aid and mental health counseling to the survivors of this collapse.    To help support our local chapter’s ongoing programs and services, which include our local disaster relief efforts, please consider making a tax-deductible donation at redcrosstc.org.  Your support will allow us to respond to local disasters and emergencies and prepare the community to GET READY. Thank you. 

Melanie Ewald

American Red Cross / Twin Cities Area Chapter
 Individual Giving Manager