Today is no ordinary Tuesday.

Today we have the power to make a difference. Fill hungry stomachs ... provide warm shelter ... ease the suffering of families who have lost everything.

We can't prevent disasters from happening, but we can make sure that we're there to support people who need it most in the wake of an emergency. This #GivingTuesday, give hope by purchasing a gift from the 2013 Red Cross Holiday Giving Catalog.

Hot meals For families struggling to rebuild their lives after a disaster, help provide hearty meals ($30) for 3 people to give them energy for the challenging days ahead.
Infant Care Supplies For the new mom who finds herself in a shelter after a devastating house fire, help provide infant care supplies ($50) including diapers and formula so she and her newborn can rest easy.
Emergency Shelter For two people, help provide a day in an emergency shelter ($100), which includes items like cots to sleep on, meals throughout the day, and toiletries for their personal comfort.
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As a bonus - give by December 16 and you can receive a free greeting card to send to a gift recipient. Don't wait!

Your gift could change a life. Thank you for supporting us and those in need.

Warmest wishes,
Gail McGovern
President and CEO, American Red Cross

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