Dear Sir/Madam,
On May 12, 2:48PM, a strong earthquake at 8.0-magnitude hit Wenchuan County, Sichuan Province, China, and killed more than 68,516 so far in Sichuan, Shanxi, Gansu, Chongqing, Yunnan and also has caused serious losses of life and property. (Please see below news reports.)
CNN News
Xinhuanet News
MSNBC.com
After the earthquake occurred, the local government and The Red Cross Society of China (RCSC) immediately allocated tents, quilts and other materials for relief operation. And troops have also been sent to the affected areas for rescue. At present the disaster areas urgently need tents, blankets, emergency food, drinking water, medical supplies, and environmental disinfectant materials. We appeal your taking action in actively contributing, participating in disaster relief.
Your generosity is greatly needed for helping earthquake victims. Thank you!
Please make check payable to the Chinese Consulate General in New York, and put “Earthquake Relief Donation” as memo. We will collect and bring YOUR KINDNESS to the Chinese Consulate in New York for the earthquake affected families.
Our Mailing Address:
Chinese American Business Development Center
325 Broadway, Suite 301, New York, NY 10007
Tel: 212.791.6932 212.791.6938 ext:110 or 111
Fax: 212.791.0271
Your help and generosity is highly appreciated!!!