The following information is correct, as of Dec. 17, 2013.
General Disaster Fund receipts: $333,546 — may be used in Colorado, Philippines or Illinois
In the Philippines
Disaster grants awarded:
$350,000 — total disaster donations granted
- $100,000 through Lutheran World Relief, Baltimore
- $250,000 granted to the Lutheran Church in the Philippines
Donations received:
$345,813 — restricted for Philippines disaster relief
Ongoing challenges:
- Providing food kits
- Rebuilding 50-100 homes, cost: $1,500 each
- Restoration of 100-plus livelihoods, cost: $500 each
In Colorado
Disaster grants awarded:
$517,683 — total disaster donations granted, including:
Donations received:
$24,183.39 — restricted for Colorado flood relief
Ongoing challenges:
- $500,000 for community restoration and homes
