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Foust’s mother, Christina Ankofska, was notified last Wednesday by the State Department that her daughter’s remains had been identified in Thailand. After contacting the American Red Cross Oregon Trail Chapter, local caseworkers were able to secure funding for Ankofska’s travel arrangements through the International Relief Fund.
More than $1 billion was raised in six weeks to help tsunami victims and their families. Portland area residents donated $2 million to relief efforts.
About the American Red Cross Oregon Trail Chapter
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Local Red Cross volunteers respond to residential fires and other disasters every 32 hours on average. All Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from Oregonians. Financial gifts help provide shelter, food, clothing, counseling and other immediate assistance to those in need. Call (503) 284-1234 or visit www.redcross-pdx.org. |
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