Since we posted our last report about five hours ago seeking help for the growing number of displaced persons in Sri Lanka, donations through the web site have almost quadrupled. We have now raised a total of $4,240. Our special thanks to everyone for your generosity!

But we can't stop there. We've now made a goal to raise $15,000 by 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 31, which we'll then wire to Sri Lanka on Sept. 1 along with a letter from our donors expressing their love and concern for our Sri Lankan brothers and sisters that will be read to the refugees while the supplies are being delivered.

It will only take a little from each person to reach our goal, so won't you please help? We may not be able to assist everyone, but $15,000 will go a long way in Sri Lanka and will provide much needed relief for hundreds of families.

These are families just like yours and mine. They want nothing to do with war. They weren't consulted about where they would be born, or what color their skin would be, or whether they would be born into poverty or into wealth. They are just trying to get through life, have their basic needs met and provide for their children. Please ask your family, friends and co-workers to help us tell them that that their lives are important and that the world has not forgotten them.

All donations to VeAhavta are tax-deductible and 100% of each dollar donated "Where Needed Most" between now and 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 31 will go directly to Sri Lankan refugee relief.

We will wire relief funds to Rev. Jeyanesan on September 1, 2006, so please donate on-line RIGHT NOW to "Where Needed Most" in whatever amount you can.

Thank you again for your generous support!

Rice for refugees being off-loaded from a truck by members of Rev. Dr. Jeyeansan's team

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