An excellent idea - tsunami aid part 2
Posted By Paul on January 3, 2005
N.Z. Bear of The Truth Laid Bear has an excellent idea to further aid in the relief and rebuilding of the tsunami damage.
My question is this: alongside efforts to solicit direct aid for victims, what about collecting a list of products and services that come from the affected areas?
As a Starbucks-aholic, I must admit that when I think “Sumatra” I think coffee. But I honestly have no idea if Starbucks’ Sumatra blend actually does come from Sumatra, and if much (or any) of the money I give them each morning ends up there.
The idea, of course, is that by identiying and buying products from the affected areas, we are aiding in the long-term recovery from this disaster. This isn’t to take away from any of the urgent and immediate needs, but is another excellent way to help out for the long term as well as the short term.
There is a growing list of products, both in the post and in the comments, so be sure to check them out.
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