Help those affected by the Southern California fires

8360 Red Oak Street, Suite 201 ∙ Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Office: 909.989.1500 ∙ Fax: 909.898.7779 ∙ E-mail: foundation@cnhkiwanis.org

November 19, 2008


Dear Kiwanians,

The devastating Southern California fires have destroyed thousands of homes and forced tens of thousands of residents to be evacuated from their homes, schools and communities. Now that most of the fires have been contained, the children and families who've been impacted begin the unimaginable process of starting over. For so many people, the long road to recovery starts now, and that's where you can make a difference.

Many of you have already contacted us to inquire how you can help the victims of the Southern California Fires. We are encouraging all Kiwanians to support the Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation's Disaster Relief Fund. This fund will provide critical support for children and families affected by the fires. The Foundation, working through the Lt. Governor or appointed contact person within the affected areas, will ensure your contributions are directed to those with the most immediate and critical needs, such as:

• purchasing gasoline, which will be used for generators to provide emergency power
• providing shovels, rakes, boots, gloves and sifters, etc., to clear debris
• helping to repair fire-damaged areas
• replacing essential items such as clothing, toiletry and household items to families devastated by the fires
• delivering perishable and non-perishable food to families affected by the fires

We ask that you send your contribution to the Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation Disaster Relief Fund, 8360 Red Oak Street, Suite 201, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Please indicate on your check or in an attached note that your donation is for the Southern California Fires.

On behalf of the victims of the most recent Southern California Fires, we thank you for your generosity and your commitment to "Serve the Children of the World."


Thank you and please do not hesitate to contact us should you have further questions.

Sincerely,


Pete Edwards
President

Sent via Julie Gonzales
Administrative Assistant
Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation
8360 Red Oak Street, Suite 201
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Phone: 909-989-1500
Fax: 909-989-7779
www.cnhfoundation.org