Hurricane Disaster Relief Organizations

(as of October 12, 2005)

For your convenience in identifying disaster relief organizations, the following list represents organizations appearing on the USA Freedom Corps website (http://www.usafreedomcorps.gov)  that have also been approved for participation in the 2005 Combined Federal Campaign.

0117 AARP Foundation (202)434-6200 www.aarp.org/foundation EIN#52-0794300 - The AARP Foundation leads positive social change and delivers value to those 50 and older with an emphasis on those at social and economic risk. 8.4%

1401 Adventist Development & Relief Agency International (800)424-ADRA www.adra.org EIN#52-1314847 - Imagine living without clean water, health services, basic education or job opportunities. Gifts support ADRA's empowering development and relief programs in the U.S. and worldwide. 7.5%

1979 Air Compassion America (866)270-9198 www.aircompassionamerica.org EIN#54-2045759 - Saving significant costs for seriously ill family members needing long-distance transportation. A patient advocate for life saving air ambulance services. 0.2%

1828 Alley Cat Allies (240)482-1980 www.alleycat.org EIN#52-1742079 - Works for humane control of feline overpopulation across the U.S. through sterilization and care of feral cats as a compassionate alternative to euthanasia. 19.0%

1803 Alley Cat Rescue (301)699-3946 www.saveacat.org EIN#52-2279100 - Dedicated to helping stray, abandoned and feral cats. ACR is working towards ending feline overpopulation, and ending the killing of healthy cats in shelters. 12.2%

2651 America Responds with Love, Inc. (321)AMERICA www.respondwithlove.org EIN#48-1070583 - Organization includes the nation's largest safe home system to house battered women, men, and children. Also houses homeless people and others in emergency need. 6.0%

0437 America's Second Harvest (800)771-2303 www.secondharvest.org EIN#36-3673599 - Nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization, annually securing and distributing groceries to 23.3 million Americans in need. Our goal is to end hunger in America. 2.1%

0504 American Cancer Society (800)ACS-2345 www.cancer.org EIN#13-1788491 - Largest funder of non-governmental cancer research resulting in 32 Nobel Prize winners and breakthrough discoveries. Provides community-based early detection/prevention programs and patient assistance. 22.6%

1801 American Humane Association (303)792-9900 www.americanhumane.org EIN#84-0432950 - Our nation's only organization dedicated to protecting children and animals from abuse, neglect, and cruelty through advocacy and support of child and animal welfare agencies. 20.8%

0508 American Kidney Fund (800)638-8299 www.kidneyfund.org EIN#23-7124261 - The American Kidney Fund provides direct financial assistance for the benefit of kidney patients supported by comprehensive educational programs, clinical research and community service projects. 5.1%

0510 American Lung Association (800)LUNG-USA www.lungusa.org EIN#13-1632524 - The American Lung Association's work towards fighting lung disease is realized through research, education programs, public awareness, smoking cessation and air pollution prevention. 23.4%

0700 American Red Cross (202)303-4546 www.redcross.org EIN#53-0196605 - A humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, to provide relief to victims of disasters and help prevent, prepare and respond to emergencies. 9.9%

0333 AmeriCares (800)486-HELP www.americares.org EIN#06-1008595 - AmeriCares is a non-profit disaster relief and medical assistance organization, providing help and hope for all people irrespective of race, creed or political persuasion. 0.9%

1133 Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team, Inc. (301)984-0217 www.amurt.net EIN#23-7164834 - Serving worldwide as a community development and disaster relief agency, AMURT helps the underprivileged restore basic living requirements, dignity, ecological harmony and self-reliance. 8.4%

1228 Angel Flight (800)296-3797 www.angel-flight.org EIN#54-1801140 - Volunteer pilots helping needy patients. Your gifts provide free air transportation for ambulatory patients requiring distant, specialized, and often life-saving treatment. 5.3%

1262 Angel Flight America (901)332-4034 www.angelflightamerica.org EIN#54-1972357 - Assisting charities that arrange free long distance charitable medical air transportation. Your gifts provide compassionate service to those unable to afford other transportation options. 7.2%

1802 ASPCA: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (212)876-7700 www.aspca.org EIN#13-1623829 - America's first animal welfare organization. Committed to preventing cruelty to animals and realizing the day when every adoptable pet can find a safe, caring home. 20.2%

2022 Association of Gospel Rescue Missions (800)624-5156 www.agrm.org EIN#55-0479715 - Homeless does not mean hopeless! Your support builds ministries to provide food, shelter, education, job training and rehabilitation for homeless, hurting people across North America. 21.8%

2002 Baptist World Alliance (703)790-8980 www.bwanet.org EIN#53-0204667 - As Baptists, we defend human rights and provide for the needy--children, refugees, oppressed--who need food and medicines, Bibles, fellowship support and hope. 9.7%

0119 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) (215)567-7000 www.bigbrothersbigsisters.org EIN#23-1365190 - Serving 5,000 communities, its mission is to promote positive youth development through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships with volunteers. 5.6%

1414 Brother's Brother Foundation (888)323-1916 www.brothersbrother.org EIN#34-6562544 - Connecting people's resources with people's needs: 48 Years, 120 Countries, $1.3 billion in books, food, medical supplies, pharmaceuticals. Forbes Magazine "1st in efficiency." 0.3%

0102 Catholic Charities USA (703)549-1390 www.catholiccharitiesinfo.org EIN#53-0196620 - Over 6.5 million people are clothed, fed, counseled, and housed by 1,341 member agencies and institutions regardless of religious, social, or economic background. 23.6%

1561 Child Welfare League of America (202)638-2952 www.cwla.org EIN#13-1641066 - CWLA's nearly 1,000 member agencies reach 9 million children in need every year. We strengthen families, protect children, and help them reach their dreams. 6.5%

1572 Children's Miracle Network (Osmond Foundation for the Children of the World) (801)278-8900 www.cmn.org EIN#87-0387205 - Your entire donation saves children's lives by helping local participating children's hospitals provide state-of-the-art care, life-saving research and preventative education for millions of kids. 10.9%

1946 Children's Network International (877)264-2243 www.childrensnetworkinternational.org EIN#95-4669871 - Children's Network International provides food and medical assistance to needy children and their families, across the United States and around the world. 0.7%

0428 Christian Appalachian Project (866)270-4227 www.chrisapp.org EIN#61-0661137 - Established in 1964 to help people work themselves out of poverty in Appalachia. Operates over 30 crisis intervention, educational, and community development programs. 16.4%

0356 Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC) (800)55C-RWRC www.crwrc.org EIN#38-1708140 - Works with families and communities to improve leadership skills, food production, income earning, health education and literacy. 21.1%

0310 Church World Service/CROP (800)297-1516 www.churchworldservice.org EIN#13-4080201 - Helps end hunger near and far. Assists refugees and disaster survivors. Provides tools of hope for grassroots development: water, food, education, healthcare, reforestation and self-reliance. 20.1%

2969 CitiHope International, Inc. (845)676-4400 www.citihope.org EIN#13-2907656 - CitiHope International provides maximum strategic medical resources, at minimum cost in the shortest time period, bringing health and hope to needy people worldwide. 1.4%

2105 Coast Guard Foundation (860)535-0786 www.cgfdn.org EIN#04-2899862 - Provides programs that enhance the education, welfare, and morale of Coast Guard personnel and their families; augments the Coast Guard Academy's academic and extracurricular programs. 16.4%

0520 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (800)FIGHT-CF www.cff.org EIN#13-1930701 - Supports innovative research to control and cure Cystic Fibrosis. Provides specialized medical care through a nationwide network of centers; offers pharmacy and other patient services. 13.6%

1811 Days End Farm Horse Rescue (877)442-1564 www.defhr.org EIN#52-1759077 - Days End is a volunteer-based animal welfare organization dedicated to ensuring quality care and treatment for horses through rescue, rehabilitation, humane education and community outreach. 14.7%

1407 Direct Relief International (800)676-1638 www.directrelief.org EIN#95-1831116 - Since 1948, providing humanitarian medical aid to people in need worldwide. Privately funded, apolitical, non-sectarian, and top-rated in efficiency by Forbes, Worth, and Charity Navigator. 0.8%

2108 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Charitable Service Trust (Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust) (859)441-7300 www.dav.org EIN#52-1521276 - Your gift provides food, shelter and medical aid to homeless veterans, transportation to medical facilities, and counseling/rehabilitation for amputee and other severely disabled veterans. 4.1%

1813 Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans (NEADS) (National Education Assistance Dog Services, Inc.) (978)422-9064 www.neads.org EIN#23-7281887 - Trains rescued dogs and donated puppies to assist deaf or physically disabled children and adults, assisting with everyday life, enabling independence at home, work, school. 11.4%

2403 Dollars for Scholars (Scholarship America) (800)279-2083 www.scholarshipamerica.org EIN#04-2296967 - Make a difference, change a life! More than financial aid, we also connect students and parents with mentoring and tutoring programs. We build strong communities. 2.6%

0566 Easter Seals (800)221-6827 www.easterseals.com EIN#36-2171729 - Easter Seals is the nation's leading non-profit of rehabilitation services to children and adults with disabilities as well as support to their families. 20.3%

1246 FARM AID (800)FARM-AID www.farmaid.org EIN#36-3383233 - Keeps family farmers on their land growing safe food. Our network of hope provides emergency relief, counseling, education and legal aid to farmers in crisis. 23.8%

1234 Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) (800)323-4140 www.feea.org EIN#52-1465583 - Federal and postal employees helping one another with emergency family financial aid, scholarships, and student loans. FEEA is there because federal employees care. 5.3%

2052 Feed The Children (800)627-4556 www.feedthechildren.org EIN#73-6108657 - One of America's most effective charities providing food, clothing, medical care, education, and emergency relief to children in the United States and overseas since 1979. 10.9%

9844 First Book (202)393-1222 www.FirstBook.org EIN#52-1779606 - Books open doors and change lives. First Book gives new books to disadvantaged children in communities across the country, through preschools, after-school programs, and shelters. 1.8%

0113 Gifts In Kind International (703)836-2121 www.giftsinkind.org EIN#54-1282616 - Distributes donated products to global network of 200,000 charities addressing critical needs. Since 1983, donated nearly $5-billion in products to millions of world's needy. 4.6%

1501 Giving Children Hope (Global Operations and Development) (714)524-4454 www.gchope.org EIN#95-3464287 - Bringing hope to children with life threatening illnesses by providing medicine and lifesaving equipment for orphanages, hospitals and clinics in rural America and developing countries. 0.5%

1847 Greyhound Foundation (National Greyhound Foundation) (352)628-2281 www.4greyhounds.org EIN#65-0491973 - They live in cages... die in desperation. Thousands of retired racing greyhounds a year. We rescue and find them homes. Your gift stops the cruelty. 2.3%

0025 Habitat for Humanity International (800)422-4828 www.habitat.org EIN#91-1914868 - Christian housing ministry working to end poverty by partnering with families in need to build affordable homes - more than 175,000 worldwide. 30.2%*

1457 Heart To Heart International (913)764-5200 www.hearttoheart.org EIN#48-1108359 - Heart to Heart, a humanitarian organization, serving the poor by promoting health; alleviating hunger; delivering resources, education and hope; and providing opportunities for meaningful service. 0.5%

1838 Hearts United for Animals (402)274-3679 www.hua.org EIN#47-0773858 - No-kill shelter and sanctuary with national network rescue for abused animals, providing shelter for pets of domestic abuse families; National Anti-Puppy Mill campaign. 7.1%

1200 Human Care Charities of America (Independent Charities of America) (800)477-0733 www.hcare.org EIN#94-3067804 - Feeding the hungry. Sheltering the homeless. Protecting the children. And healing the sick. America's finest independent charities. Working with you to share- the American way. 0.6%

0452 Humane Society of the United States, The (202)452-1100 www.hsus.org EIN#53-0225390 - Our mission is to create a humane and sustainable world for all animals, including people, through education, advocacy and the promotion of respect and compassion. 30.3%*

0526 Huntington's Disease Society of America (800)345-HDSA www.hdsa.org EIN#13-3349872 - Promote and support research for a cure; help people and families affected by HD; and educate the public and health care professionals about HD. 17.3%

1818 In Defense of Animals (415)388-9641 www.idausa.org EIN#68-0008936 - Fight animal exploitation, cruelty and abuse by supporting our undercover investigations, grassroots activism, rescue operations, lobbying, lawsuits, and our abused animal and African chimpanzee sanctuaries. 15.4%

1037 International Aid, Inc. (616)846-7490 www.internationalaid.org EIN#38-2323550 - International Aid is a nonprofit Christian relief and development agency that responds to Biblical mandates by providing and supporting solutions in healthcare. 4.3%

2934 International Association for Human Values (202)363-2136 www.iahv.org EIN#52-2178069 - Advance domestic and international humanitarian programs: women and youth empowerment, trauma relief, sustainable development, conflict resolution, provide homes, schools and vocational training for underprivileged communities. 0.2%

1834 International Fund for Animal Welfare (800)932-4329 www.ifaw.org EIN#31-1594197 - Protecting animals from commercial exploitation, habitat loss and cruelty. We're committed to solutions and positive changes that improve the lives of both animals and people. 29.2%*

1423 International Medical Corps (800)481-4462 www.imcworldwide.org EIN#95-3949646 - Dedicated to improving the quality of life through health care interventions and trainings that build local capacity in areas worldwide where few dare to serve. 5.0%

0348 International Orthodox Christian Charities (866)803-4622 www.iocc.org EIN#25-1679348 - Provides humanitarian assistance in 18 countries, helping over 1 million people in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East devastated by disasters and poverty. 12.9%

1047 International Relief & Development, Inc. (703)248-0161 www.ird-dc.org EIN#54-1889077 - IRD's mission: to reduce the suffering of the world's most vulnerable groups and to provide the tools and resources needed to increase their self-sufficiency. 4.6%

0351 International Relief Teams (800)638-8079 www.irteams.org EIN#33-0412751 - Sends volunteers to assist disaster victims worldwide; conducts medical, surgical and training programs to promote self-sufficiency in developing nations. 1.9%

0319 International Rescue Committee (877)733-7338 www.theirc.org EIN#13-5660870 - Our commitment to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance is reflected in well-planned global emergency relief, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees. 9.6%

0530 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, The (800)955-4572 www.leukemia-lymphoma.org EIN#13-5644916 - Seeks cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improved quality of life for patients and families through research, patient-aid, education, advocacy and services. 24.2%

2809 Lions Clubs International Foundation (630)571-5466 www.lcif.org EIN#23-7030455 - Supports the service efforts of Lions Clubs worldwide in addressing the various needs of their communities through grant programs for humanitarian and sight-related projects. 19.3%

2278 MADRE, Inc. (212)627-0444 www.madre.org EIN#13-3280194 - An international women's human rights organization providing direct relief, resources, and training to women in conflict zones worldwide to promote peace, justice and human rights. 12.5%

0534 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation (888)663-4637 www.marchofdimes.com EIN#13-1846366 - The March of Dimes is the national nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. 26.5%*

0035 Medical Teams International (503)624-1000 www.nwmedicalteams.org EIN#93-0878944 - Volunteer medical professionals have saved lives, placed over $400,000,000 in humanitarian aid worldwide and brought hope to people affected by disaster, conflict and poverty. 3.5%

0365 Mercy Corps (800)292-3355 www.mercycorps.org EIN#91-1148123 - A nonprofit international relief and development organization that exists to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities. 8.9%

2526 Mercy Medical Airlift (888)675-1405 www.mercymedical.org EIN#52-1374161 - Flying the sick and injured to medical care. A national charitable organization providing air transportation to children, parents and grandparents in medical and financial crisis. 9.1%

1498 Mercy-USA for Aid and Development, Inc. (800)556-3729 www.mercyusa.org EIN#38-2846307 - Dedicated to alleviating human suffering and supporting individuals and communities in their own efforts to become more self-sufficient through agriculture, education, and health services. 16.0%

2464 Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation (818)784-6787 www.mhopus.org EIN#95-4604927 - We support music education and its many benefits by providing new and refurbished musical instruments to underserved K-12 school and community music programs nationwide. 13.5%

2038 Operation Blessing International Relief and Development Corp. (800)730-2537 www.ob.org EIN#54-1382657 - Dedicated to alleviating human need and suffering throughout America and around the world through hunger relief, medical care, outreach programs, and disaster relief since 1978. 0.6%

2735 Operation USA (800)678-7255 www.opusa.org EIN#95-3504080 - Assisting developing communities throughout the world in addressing problems relating to chronic poverty through the creation of sustainable health, nutrition and educational training programs. 1.7%

0320 Oxfam America (800)77-OXFAM www.oxfamamerica.org EIN#23-7069110 - Our agency funds long-term economic development and humanitarian assistance projects worldwide and advocates for policies that combat poverty and advance the rights of impoverished people. 22.1%

1816 PETA: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) (757)622-7382 www.peta.org EIN#52-1218336 - Your contribution will help us end suffering and save animal lives. We fight cruelty through education, investigations, grassroots campaigns, rescues, advocacy, and messages of compassion. 12.6%

0433 PETsMART Charities (800)738-1385 www.petsmartcharities.org EIN#93-1140967 - Over 2 million homeless pets saved since 1994 through 680+ Adoption Centers - one every two minutes. Provides disaster funding/supplies to nonprofit animal organizations. 17.2%

0114 Points of Light Foundation (202)729-8165 www.pointsoflight.org EIN#65-0206641 - Addresses serious social issues by engaging volunteers in volunteer service and increasing the capacity of volunteer professionals; numerous community initiatives; 350 Volunteer Centers nationwide. 24.1%

0325 Project HOPE (800)544-4673 www.projhope.org EIN#53-0242962 - Provides sustainable improvements in health through education and humanitarian assistance, in 37 countries with 93% of revenues spent on programs in the field. 5.9%

2410 ProLiteracy Worldwide (888)528-2224 www.proliteracy.org EIN#16-6076384 - Literacy volunteers empowering adults and families with the reading, writing, math, technology and problem-solving skills they need to improve their lives and communities. 15.0%

0899 Rebuilding Together, Inc. (202)483-9083 www.rebuildingtogether.org EIN#52-1585880 - Nationwide, volunteer-based home rehabilitation organization that repairs homes for free owned by low-income elderly, disabled, families with children, keeping them safe, warm, dry. 11.6%

0338 Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO) (800)SAL-ARMY www.salvationarmyusa.org EIN#13-2923701 - Assists the poor with health services, HIV/AIDS support, education, capacity building and reconstruction and income generation, with heart to God and hand to man. 2.5%

2068 Samaritan's Purse (800)528-1980 www.samaritanspurse.org EIN#58-1437002 - Christian relief agency led by Franklin Graham, providing food, medicine, clothing, shelter, and other emergency assistance to victims of war, poverty, disease, and natural disasters. 10.3%

0326 Save the Children (800)728-3843 www.savethechildren.org EIN#06-0726487 - Provides relief and development programs in health, education and economic opportunities to over 15 million children and families in the United States and developing countries. 9.0%

0060 Society of St. Vincent de Paul Council of the United States (314)576-3993 www.svdpusa.org EIN#13-5562362 - 70,000 members providing person-to-person service (food, clothing, shelter) to America's neediest while organizing donations for international relief. "Embrace the world in a network of charity." 12.4%

0584 Spina Bifida Association of America (800)621-3141 www.sbaa.org EIN#58-1342181 - Represents and advocates for people with spina bifida. Public health education, research, scholarships, conferences for children and adults with spina bifida, families and healthcare providers. 14.3%

0560 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (800)822-6344 www.stjude.org EIN#35-1044585 - Researches and treats pediatric catastrophic diseases - primarily childhood cancer. It covers all costs not paid by insurance. Research findings are shared worldwide. 9.3%

0674 Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation (800)315-2580 www.starlight.org EIN#95-3802159 - Seeking to transform the experience of childhood illness through programs that heal children's spirits, foster a sense of community and help alleviate pain and fear. 10.8%

1485 Trickle Up Program, Inc. (212)255-9980 www.trickleup.org EIN#06-1043042 - Through our economic empowerment model of business training, seed grants, and support services, we enable the poorest worldwide to start their own microenterprises. 14.3%

1824 United Animal Nations (800)440-3277 www.uan.org EIN#68-0124097 - Shelters, rescues and cares for animals during disasters in the US; funds lifesaving veterinary care; and advocates for the critical needs of companion animals. 19.3%

0563 United Cerebral Palsy Associations (800)872-5827 www.ucp.org EIN#13-1641079 - The national organization serves people with disabilities through the development of programs, information and referral, legislative advocacy, technology initiatives, research and direct services. 26.6%*

0352 United Methodist Committee on Relief (800)841-1235 www.umcor.org EIN#36-2167731 - Outreach program focuses on alleviation of hunger and poverty, disaster relief, and refugee assistance. Provides leadership training, housing improvement, local crafts, agriculture and industry development. 5.6%

0100 United Way of America (703)836-7100 www.unitedway.org EIN#13-1635294 - Improving people's lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities, through the building of partnerships forgoing consensus and leveraging resources to make a difference. 9.6%

2835 Volunteers of America (800)899-0089 www.volunteersofamerica.org EIN#13-1692595 - Volunteers of America creates programs promoting self-sufficiency, fostering independence, and supporting positive development of families, the elderly, and youth. There are no limits to caring. 19.9%

9316 Water Missions International (843)769-7395 www.watermissions.org EIN#57-1116978 - Implements clean water solutions for people in developing countries and disaster areas, while providing an opportunity to hear the "Living Water" message of Christianity. 22.9%

9969 World Hope International, Inc. (888)466-4673 www.worldhope.org EIN#35-1985485 - Hope and healing for a hurting world. Sponsors programs that provide food, medicine and education for children and families in Africa and other underdeveloped countries. 20.4%

0370 World Vision (800)777-5777 www.worldvision.org EIN#95-1922279 - Relief and development organization helping children worldwide by tackling causes of poverty and developing access to clean water, food, health care, education, and economic opportunities. 14.1%

* This organization has administrative and fundraising expenses above 25 percent and has provided OPM with a satisfactory explanation for and a plan to reduce these expenses below the 25 percent level. Because a variety of circumstances can affect an organization’s administrative and fundraising expense rate, donors should contact the organization directly if they wish to receive more information.