Able to do this much better than I, Michael Turton, an expat-megablogger in Taiwan has compiled a thorough list of Global Aid and Taiwan Non-Profits determined to assist the displaced survivors of Morakot. You can find all of that information here.
A few Morakot Statistics:
- Taiwan agricultural losses close to NT$11.8 Billion.
- Taiwan death toll stands at 121, but could exceed 500.
- Mountainside collapse swallows 200 homes.
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It's encouraging to me, though, to watch communities stand together in support of their neighbors-in-need. At the moment, I'm writing from Retro Coffeehouse. The Stackers, one of my favorite acts to play locally, are hosting a benefit show here. All profits from drinks and door donated to relief funds. The Refuge has also joined forces with Michael Turton to accept cash and goods donations to transport to afflicted areas.
In times like this, things like government initiatives and corporate infrastructure, even social or religious differences, tend to matter a lot less. We remember what we have, and what it is to give. We rally around and remember we're all human beings and we all have needs wanting to be met. We act within the Golden Rule.
In other words, we do what we should.
But, despite the tragedy, it's my joy to see people engaged with each other. As it's said at the Refuge, and as I believe: Community will Change the World.
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Brilliant pal!!Your blog has changed for better!!Like the piece.....very interesting and informative!!
"We act within the Golden Rule. In other words, we do what we should."
Great line (above) and it ties to one definition of Community: (Ecclesiastical) "a group of men or women leading a common life according to a rule."
A common life within the Golden Rule -- doing what we should.
Everyone sees the world differently. We each see different needs. We each have a circle of proper influence. Acting as we should, doing what we can, where we are, with what we have, because of what we see...
That kind of personal navigation will change the world... somebody's world.
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