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Broken-hearted
Americans have opened up their wallets and donated $1.4
billion to the victims families of September 11.
Heres a look at how the money isand
isntbeing spent: |
September 11th Fund September 11th Fund Established by the United Way of NYC and The New York Community Trust. Its celebrity telethon generated over $150 million in pledges. The funds director realizes he must make long-term plans as victims needs may not be apparent for years.
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Twin Towers Fund Twin Towers Fund Mayor Giulianis fund, which he hopes to keep running after leaving office, was established for families of the 389 uniformed service members who died. At stores nationwide, the $22.50 CFDA/Vogue Fashion for America T shirt has raised more than $1 million.
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Robin Hood Relief Fund Robin Hood Relief Fund Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger and other rockers shook up Madison Square Garden at the Oct. 20 show, which raised $30 million. The fund selectively awards grants to agencies that search out 9-11s neediest and overlooked victims.
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Victim Compensation
Fund Victim Compensation Fund
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Safe Horizon Safe Horizon
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ASPCA Disaster Relief ASPCA Disaster Relief
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Middletown Favor Middletown Favor
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