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HURRICANE
KATRINA AFTERMATH COMMUNIQUE TO ALL MEMBERS OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. Grand
Polemarch Samuel C. Hamilton has announced that all members of Kappa Alpha Psi
Fraternity will observe a period of mourning in memory of all of our brothers
that are reported lost or may have been taken to the Chapter Invisible as a result
of Hurricane Katrina. The period of mourning will be observed until further notice. In
their honor, the Grand Polemarch is hereby requesting that each Chapter, alumni
and undergraduate, hold a memorial service during September 2005. In
addition, the Grand Polemarch is requesting that all chapters begin collecting
clothing, toys and other items that may be distributed to the victims of Hurricane
Katrina. It is requested that these items be held until further notice, as plans
are being made for repositories in Baton Rouge, LA; and Biloxi and Gulfport, MS.
Our
Southern and Southwestern Provinces are taking the lead in this massive effort,
and they will ensure that our contributions reach our brothers, their families
and others who have the greatest need. Please
pay close attention to the KappaAlphaPsi1911.com
website for additional information on our response to Hurricane Katrina and its
aftermath. PLEASE
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DRIVE OR TRAVEL TO THE DISASTER AREAS! THE ROADS ARE FILLED
WITH EMERGENCY VEHICLES, INCLUDING BUSSES, MILITARY VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT. IN
ADDITION, GAS PRICES ARE AT A PREMIUM. As
we proceed with our long-term response to this disaster, we will be diligently
working on the best strategic approach to ensuring maximum results for our people.
In this regard, we will be meeting with representatives from 150 premier organizations
on Thursday, September 29, 2005, to discuss and implement a coordinated response
to Hurricane Katrina. KAPPA
ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY IS AN ORGANIZATION OF ACHIEVERS. WE WILL ACHIEVE IN THIS
MISSION, BECAUSE
THAT IS WHAT WE DO!!
Please
encourage all that would seek to help in this endeavor to
contribute to the Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund - Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation,
Inc. 2322 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132-4590 CLICK
HERE TO CONTRIBUTE Thank
each of you for the concern you share for our brothers and the many others who
have suffered great losses from this major weather event called Katrina.
Remember to keep everyone affected and those directly involved in offering
refuge and care in your prayers.
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