On behalf of CAMP, we would like to take this opportunity to express our support to those who have been directly effected by the Tsunami disaster; and sincerest condolences to those that have lost someone due to this horrific tragedy.

It is our duty as Muslims to not only be there for our direct community but also serve as an aid towards any good cause around the globe. As such, we are immediately taking donations for the relief work being put forth towards assisting many direct and indirect victims of the Tsunami disaster in the most hit area.

 

Facts:

1. 1. There are over 124,000 deaths reported.

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3. 2. Indonesia has been hit the hardest in this catastrophy with over 3/4 of the reported deaths. (BBC has reported 84,246 deaths of 124,000 are from Indonesia).

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5. 3. The United Nations reports this number exceeds 150,000 and may never be known as many bodies have been washed out to sea." More on this : http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/4141499.stm

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7. 4. Indonesians have NOT been getting the proper coverage nor are they receiving the proper aid to help those that are in need.

Indonesia has by far suffered the MOST, however the ironic fact is that they are having the toughest time raising money to aid their relief. While other communities such as the Indian & Sri Lankan community (for e.g.) are much stronger and more present overseas, the Indonesian community is far and few between. The Indonesian embassy has expressed many challenges in managing their country's needs as the support system has been lacking.

 

Upon many discussions with the Indonesian embassy, and assurances that there will be full coverage and tracking of where funds are channeled, we at CAMP have chosen to aid the Relief Cause of Indonesia by donating all proceeds to the Indonesian Embassy in Ottawa. They, in turn will channel the money to the local 
Relief Organizations in Indonesia who are best able to channel what is needed to those affected. 

We've assessed that this is by far the most secure, productive and efficient source to be dealing with as opposed to going through 3rd party organizations who have had challenges in assessing and getting into the most affected areas. 

We commend the efforts of the many organizations and relief groups out there that are taking donations for this cause ... however we have chosen this one after much research as they have been the most in need to directly aid the victims of this horrifying tragedy.

 

As CAMP provides all funds collected to the Indonesian Embassy, they shall duly forward all donations to the victims in need in Aceh and North Sumatra, through the following working group: 

Secretariat of the Department of Foreign Affairs’ Working Group for Natural Disaster Relief Efforts: 

• Biro Hukum, Departemen Luar Negeri
  Lt. 7 Gedung Utama Deplu
  Jalan Taman Pejambon No. 6, Jakarta 10110
  Indonesia
  Telp. (62)(21) 3846633
  Fax. (62)(21) 3858044

We reach out to you and ask you to give urgently.

Donations:

As we sit here in peace in our warm homes … there is a serious situation on the other side of the world that requires our immediate attention and assistance.

We have set up a PayPal service for this immediate cause on our main webpage. Payment by cheque will also be accepted. 

CAMP shall be presenting a cheque with ALL proceeds towards this cause with:

• 1. The first installment of all funds collected on Jan 15th, 2005. 

• 2. The second installment will be on Jan 30th, 2005 and 

• 3. The third on Feb 15th, 2005 inshallah. 

We will keep you also posted on our joint effort in this matter, Insha'allah. 

As time is of the essence in this crisis … we urge you all to please react quickly and generously Insha'allah. We also ask that you please also pass this along to others as well Insha'allah.

For US Residents:

Please Send donations either by PayPal or to the following address:

CAMP, 1123 W Vernon Park Pl, Apt 1F

Chicago, IL-60607

 

For Canadian Residents:

Please Send donations either by PayPal or to the following address:

CAMP Toronto,33 Cherrytree Drive, 

Brampton, ON, L6Y 3L7, Canada

 

 

Reminder:

 

It is reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:

"Whoever meets the needs of a brother, Allah will meet his needs." (Reported by Al-Bukhari and Muslim)

and Reported by Abu Hurayra that the Prophet S.A.W. said:

"Whosoever eleviates the lot of a needy person, Allah will eleviate his lot in this world and the next"  (Reported by Imam Muslim).

We look forward to your support. May Allah reward you generously for your efforts Insha'allah.

Note:

 

The donations are not tax exempt.