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How Americans Help<\/span><\/h3>\n

The most important thing now\u00a0 is to understand that as horrific as this event was we are still safe to move about our normal days.<\/p>\n

So many people have reached out to help the survivors.\u00a0 As individual Americans we tend to donate to certain charities that help those who have been injured.\u00a0 As Au Pairs it helps for you to be aware of the enormous efforts that are taken to help in time of crisis.<\/p>\n

Since April 15th, both traditional and new organizations have offered help and support to those hurt physically and emotionally by the deadly blasts at the Boston Marathon.<\/p>\n

The American Red Cross of Eastern Massachusetts says it\u2019s served 5,000 meals and snacks. A new group, The One Fund, announced by Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Tom Menino, has been set up to get money to the families of those killed and most severely wounded.<\/p>\n

Three people died in the explosions: 8-year-old Martin Richard, and Krystle Marie Campbell, 29, both of Massachusetts; and Lingzi Lu, a Boston University graduate student from China, and 176 were injured.<\/p>\n

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The American Red Cross, Eastern Massachusetts<\/strong>
\nSince Monday, the Red Cross has \u201cprovided about 500 units of blood and blood products to hospitals in the Boston area,\u201d the organization says on its. \u201cBlood supplies are currently sufficient to meet patient needs and people who want to give blood are strongly encouraged to schedule a donation appointment in the days and weeks ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n

The One Fund Boston<\/strong>
\nThe will act as a central repository to \u201creceive much needed financial support,\u201d Gov. Patrick said Tuesday in a statement. \u201cAt moments like this, we are one state, one city and one people.\u201d<\/p>\n

Within an hour of the explosions, Mayor Menino said in a statement he had calls from business leaders and philanthropists \u201cwho\u00a0 were heartbroken by the impact this hideous tragedy\u201d had on individuals and families, and wanted to do something about it.<\/p>\n

As of Wednesday, officials said, more than $7 million has been pledged to The One Fund by corporate partners and individuals. Individuals have contributed more than $500,000 so far.<\/p>\n

The John Hancock company has pledged $1 million, and there are other commitments for contributions from the Boston Celtics, Boston Red Sox and Bain Capital.<\/p>\n

On April 20, AT&T said customers who want to support One Fund can text the word BOSTON to 80108 to donate $10. The donation will be reflected on customers\u2019 monthly AT&T bill.<\/p>\n

The Amputee Coalition<\/strong>
\nMembers from this <\/a> are working with Boston hospitals that are treating patients. The coalition works regularly to raise awareness about amputees, create peer mentorship programs and has a summer program for children with limb differences. To learn more, visit the coalition\u2019s main website .<\/p>\n

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Challenged Athletes Foundation<\/strong><\/div>\n

This is also working with those injured Monday. The group says\u00a0 is to help those with physical disabilities pursue \u201cactive lifestyles,\u201d and provide funding for adaptive equipment, hold clinics to build confidence and sponsor mentorship programs.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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