I know there’s a lot going on (a potential war with Iran, the impeachment, J Lo’s giant bow dress from the Golden Globes), but it’s important to remember that through all of this, the world is also currently on fire, metaphorically speaking, but also literally speaking.
There are 136 fires burning across New South Wales, Australia, taking lives, destroying homes and infrastructure, and devastating wildlife. At least 24 people have been killed, with dozen more missing. As of January 6, over 15 million acres have burned, more than 1,300 homes have been destroyed, 100,000 people are displaced, and 500 million animals have died. That’s half a billion animals.
And fire season isn’t over. But tell me again how climate change isn’t real.
How to fix climate change is still a question our current leaders are refusing to answer. On a list of 57 countries ranked by action on climate change, Australia ranked… 57th.
But there is a way you can help the situation in Australia: donating money. Money is crucial in these situations and helping fund organizations that help communities in need during these kinds of tragedies is the best way to give a helping hand. If you are able, please consider donating to one/some/all of these organizations. Australia and the koalas will thank you.
The NSW Rural Fire Service
Here you can support the local firefighting efforts in New South Wales.
The RSPCA Bushfire Appeal
Here you can donate to protect the pets and keep livestock safe during the fires.
The Country Fire Authority
Here you can donate directly to Victoria’s rural firefighting service.
Salvation Army Disaster Appeal
Here you can help support staff that is standing by at evacuation centers to help provide support needed in communities and to first responders who are on the front lines.
St Vincent de Paul Society Bushfire Appeal (NSW)
Here you can donate money to victims of the fires who have been evacuated and/or lost their homes and/or family members as a result.
The Naked Philanthropist
Here’s a fun one. A sex worker has set up an amazing system online, where people can donate to a list of charities and organizations that will help people and wildlife affected by the fires, and in exchange, she will send them a nude. You have to donate directly to the organization of your choosing, and then send proof of a receipt to her. In the end, ass will save the world. I’ve been saying this for years.
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