Hoosiers Urged to Give Cash for Katrina Victims

The Indiana Department Homeland Security (IDHS) is urging Hoosiers who wish to help victims of Hurricane Katrina to send monetary donations only. IDHS executive director J. Eric Dietz says money is better than goods for several reasons. For example, money enables people close to the disaster to buy exactly what victims need. It also helps the economy in the disaster area, as agencies buy supplies locally. For more information on where to send money or how to volunteer your time, visit the web site of Indiana Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters.