Salvation Army appeals for funds for earthquake

Salvation Army appeals for funds for earthquake response

The Salvation Army has launched an appeal to help those affected by the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Canterbury on Saturday, 4 September.

Within hours of the disaster, The Salvation Army was asked to feed around 1000 people in at least two Christchurch locations, and was ready to mobilise in other areas as requested by Civil Defence. In Christchurch’s suburbs and rural locations, The Salvation Army has also been responding to the emergency situation.

There will be a multitude of needs in the days following the earthquake, and The Salvation Army is appealing for cash donations to strengthen its response.

National fundraising coordinator Major Robbie Ross says, ‘New Zealanders are reeling from the disaster that struck Christchurch this weekend. Not since the 1930s have we experienced an earthquake as severe and it is important that we do everything we can to help.

‘People will be in shock, some have lost possessions and housing, and many will need food and comfort. We are asking New Zealanders to contribute to The Salvation Army’s Canterbury Earthquake Appeal to bring emergency relief to the people of Christchurch and affected rural areas.’

To donate to The Salvation Army ‘Canterbury Earthquake Appeal’:
Freephone 0800 53 00 00
Donate online at www.salvationarmy.org.nz

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