What you can do to help
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Make a donation to help Jones stay in her house so she can keep on doing her work. Write out a check and send it directly to Debra South Jones, 37210 City Park Ave., Geismar, LA 70734. Be aware that your donation is not tax deductible. While JTRA is a legitimate not-for-profit organization, a donation to JTRA goes to the organization itself and can’t be used by Jones personally. (Incidentally, JTRA’s budget is also stretched thin. This organization is worthy of your support. But, first things first. No Debra, no JTRA.)
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Spread the word to anyone interested in helping someone who is out there every day, feeding the survivors of Katrina and keeping them going. Most of us will never make a big difference in others’ lives, beyond our small circle of family and friends. But we can surely support those who are involved in this task. This is such an opportunity and such a moment. Seize it with both hands.
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If we can find enough people who think that working for social justice is a worthwhile endeavor, each of our donations will become part of a concerted effort large enough to truly change lives. I’m in; how about you?
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