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Here is just one example of a non-profit that is financially accountable and has opened its book for the public to see. They have been in existence since 1971, so they bring some serious experience to the post tsunami area in Asia. Here is a little about them:

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Food for the Hungry

1224 E Washington St

Phoenix, AZ 85034-1102

Date Joined: 2/1/1980

Providing emergency relief to save victims of famine and war, and long-term self-help strategies to enable the poor to rise above their circumstances, Food for the Hungry works in 28 countries. Delivering almost 90% of total income to the field (WOW! emphasis mine), Food for the Hungry mobilizes caring people and resources to feed both physical and spiritual hungers. Programs include child sponsorship, agriculture training, water resource development, education, medical care, reforestation and skills training. Recent relief efforts include Kosova, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Congo, El Salvador and India. Staff numbers nearly 1000, of whom more than 95% serve in their country of origin.

Click here to go to www.efca.com to view their financial profile

Click here to go to their website for more information on how to help their efforts with the tsunami survivors.

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Please note: I do not endorse any particular non-profit organization. This is being presented to you as a courtesy for those who wish to give to this important cause. The link provided above also has additional information on other organizations for your consideration.