If you searching for an appropriate, well-run group that could really make a difference

[Sedona]

Thank you to so many of you who have already reached out to us to see how you can help! It means a lot. If you searching for an appropriate, well-run group that could really make a difference, this fits the ticket.

For those who don’t know, our company (Keller Williams Realty) is headquartered in Austin, Texas. This means we have thousands of agents in the Houston and surrounding areas that were hit by Hurricane Harvey. At present count, at least 300 of our agents (and thousands of other non KW folks) are out of their homes and many more severely impacted. 7,000 people will take refuge in Austin where many of us will be volunteering. Not only have they lost their homes, their pets and belongings – they will be impacted for months to come since their livelihood is dependent on the housing industry.

We have many personal friends who have been impacted. And many others who have been heroes, literally pulling people out of the water. One of many stories shared yesterday: “We finally found our cat. Floating by on a mattress.”

YOU CAN HELP.
Our company has an established 501(c)3 charity (KW Cares) with a long history and lots of experience in helping with disaster relief and recovery. We own multiple 18 wheelers for this purpose, the first of which arrived in Houston with supplies today. Rather than collecting water, clothing and other supplies, the best way you can help is to donate money. KW Cares is then able to buy in bulk. They are working closely with the Salvation Army & Red Cross, and will adjust what is purchased based on needs as they change day by day. 100% of all donations go to disaster relief. (All admin costs are personally handled by our Chairman Gary Keller and Vice Chairman of the Board Mo Anderson).
We have committed to raising $20 Million. We have a LONG way to go.
Thanks for stepping up. It’s in times like this that the good in people comes out and our friends and family shine. We appreciate you. Please pray for all of those affected.

https://secure.kwcares.org/donation/wizard/donateLoad.do

(Please choose McLean or other when instructed to choose a Market Center. Designate your donation to Hurricane Harvey Relief.)
#kwcares #hurricaneharvey #texasstrong

[EarnestPutz]

1. I am really conflicted by your proposal.

It sounds like your organization is trying to do
really good work and your Chairman and Vice
Chairman are to be admired for their financial
commitment. I support the Salvation Army as much
as I am able, but I can't stand the Red Cross with
their bloated bureaucracy of overpaid executives.
What do you mean by working closely with these two organizations?

[Sedona]

2. The Red Cross is running the shelters where relief supplies are going...

The Salvation Army is feeding and clothing people. They help KW Cares identify where the needs are greatest.

KW Cares has a long track record of delivering relief where it's needed with little waste.