This morning, my brother and his wife, Justin and Crystal Adams, lost two of their children in a fire that consumed their Alabama home and most of their possessions. Caleb Eric Adams, 2, and Cole Michael Adams, 1, died of smoke inhalation after a votive candle set fire to a nightstand, then the walls and everything else; the heat melted the ceiling and reduced the furniture to char. The little that remains is covered in soot and water and fire retardants. This post is a plea that some of you might be willing and able to provide some small amount of material assistance.
The Birmingham news has written about the tragedy; a link to the story can be found here.
The measure of a community is in how it responds to disaster—whether it coalesces or fractures under the strain of unanticipated horror. The internet promises to be a human community without borders or concern for geographical distance, and where a common will can soften the impact of the losses we sustain. I ask that, if you're able, you give some convenient portion of solace to a mourning family. If you prefer, please contact the Red Cross and donate as you're capable; as an organization, they are indispensable in the bedlam such as that following the tornadoes that left parts of Alabama in ruins, and hundreds of thousands without power.
This account will be operating for one week (until 6 May, 2011), after which it will be closed and all funds transferred to my bother and his family's possession.
I thank you dearly for your help.
Nick,
ReplyDeleteDo we need to call the local Red Cross and specifically specify for the Adams family? What is that phone number?
If you're inclined to help, you can click the donate button at the top right of this post. it will take you directly to a Paypal form.
ReplyDeleteI don't believe the American Red Cross engages in targeted disbursements, but they have helped my brother's family with some clothes and a few debit cards for immediate necessities. I suggested the Red Cross as an option for those who wish to help those who have suffered from the mass of tornado damage in AL but are suspicious of donating to unknown and unofficial parties. My primary concern is for my surviving niece, nephew, brother, and sister-in-law, which is why I set up this fund, but many others need help as well. You can donate to the red cross here: http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.d8aaecf214c576bf971e4cfe43181aa0/?vgnextoid=46f51a53f1c37110VgnVCM1000003481a10aRCRD
Wow! This is such an awesome thing you are doing for Justin and the family - I didn't even know this type of site was possible. Thank you, thank you. I have forwarded this link to many. God Bless all of you, The Coats Family
ReplyDeleteAlternatively, donations can be made by check to:
ReplyDeleteJustin Adams
6203 Mary St
Austell, GA 30106
I have a few checks awaiting his and Crystal's arrival. Thank you all.
Tracy Bruce (Justin's Mom)