Another natural disaster - perhaps the worst in our nation's history - again gives you the opportunity to act locally and make a difference nationally.

You can also give through your church or synagogue.

World Vision

www.worldvision.org

888.511.6593

American Red Cross

www.redcross.org

800-Help-now

Mercy Corps

www.mercycorps.org

888-256-1900

Salvation Army

www.salvationarmyusa.org

800-Sal-Army

United Way

Hurricane Katrina Fund

www.unitedway.org

800-272-4630

For information about Highline-area relief efforts, see story on page 24.