My heart goes out to you and your community. I hope everything is ok. I have been worried as I have family in the San Diego area.

I live in NYC. The air quality was terrible after 911 as were our hearts over the loss of life. What really helped were the many musicians, poets and speakers who came forward to help the troubled souls. Suddenly there was folk music everywhere.

At many of the evacuation centers in California people have nothing to do but wait it out. They may be receiving donated clothes, blankets and food, but perhaps some talented volunteers could come forward and entertain them in some way.

Music can be so soothing. I can't imagine how they must feel after losing their homes and personal belongings. My cousin has started a children's center at her local community college evacuation center to help entertain the children.

Anyway it is just a thought. Below is suggested donations and locations.


DONATIONS NEEDED

Donate for Qualcomm Stadium Evacuees

Mayor Jerry Sanders is encouraging San Diego residents and business owners to donate the following items in support of fire evacuation relief efforts at Qualcomm Stadium.
Food Products (not home made)
Water
Tents
Cots
Blankets
Pillows
Sunscreen
Canopies for Shade

Donations for fire relief efforts will be accepted at Qualcomm Stadium between the hours of 9 am and noon beginning Wednesday morning. The public is being invited to donate non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products and supplies at section A-3 of the stadium parking lot during those hours.

Restaurants donating prepared food products may do so at Gate F at the stadium during the morning hours.

Corporate and bulk donations can be accepted at any time with special arrangements. Qualcomm Stadium is serving as the central distribution point for stockpiles of goods and products being used at other evacuation sites in the county. Those planning to make corporate or bulk donations need to contact Jennifer Wolff, Director of the City?s Corporate Partnership Program, at 619-980-5424.

The City is also seeking access to a refrigerated trailer so that donated food can be stored on site. More information about the City's need for a refrigerated trailer can be obtained by calling 619-236-6167. .

Nelson's Photo at 1909 India St (Little Italy) is accepting donations of cots, blankets, pillows, bottled water, packaged food, pet food. Free parking across the street from Nelson's Photo. This will then be delivered to Qualcomm Stadium
Questions call Steve Haslet @ (619)540-7993.

Relief Medical Staff for Qualcomm

Relief Medical Staff Needed at Qualcomm Stadium
Licensed physicians and RN?s with credentials are needed to relieve the current medical staff at Qualcomm Stadium.

Volunteers are asked to arrive at Gate A and go to the check in table by 8:00 a.m. Shifts are expected to last from 8 to 10 hours.

The Rock Church

The Rock Church is opening its doors as a shelter to those evacuated from their homes. We will be providing water, food, shelter and encouragement.
Up-to-date information will be provided on their website or call 619-226-7625 or email.

They are asking for donations of sleeping equipment, water, and food (not homemade).

Rock Church

2277 Rosecrans St.

San Diego, CA 91206

Supplies may be dropped off at the Rock Church lobby. For detailed information, or a list of needed supplies, please visit their website or call 619-226-7625 or email.


Shelter update for the New Community Church Shelter in Vista:
New Community Church

165 Eucalyptus Ave.

Vista, CA 92084

(760) 726-3880