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"After speaking with them, I learned that many have been eating roots and living off of the earth to sustain themselves til now," said Kamaljeet Singh, a UNITED SIKHS Volunteer who has been on the ground this week. "When I heard that even the small children had been suffering for this long, I became quite emotional. This isn't right. We can really make a difference here."
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Without question, Puerto Rico's condition is dire. UNITED SIKHS is actively working to source clean, potable water in conjunction with the local police, military and emergency response teams and bring resources to the residents within and around Utuado. UNITED SIKHS is committed to reaching those communities whose needs are most pressing, actively working to reach the mountainous remote communities. To ensure our operations are effective and efficient, UNITED SIKHS is communicating with every agency and even some local networks to ensure supplies reach those who need it the most.
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Picture: Associated Press
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"We are also actively sending shipments of humanitarian aid based on the latest information we are receiving," says Gurvinder Singh, UNITED SIKHS Director of Disaster Relief. "We continue to call upon the resourcefulness and spirit within our Sikh community to come together and support those who need it most."
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UNITED SIKHS donations will directly translate into emergency supplies, including tents, ropes, tarps, solar generators, solar charging stations, batteries (9V, AA, AAA), flashlights, utility kits, first aid kits, hygiene kits and clean underwear / socks. For more information on how to help, please contact UNITED SIKHS and join the cause.
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VOLUNTEER. We need able and willing volunteers to continue the ground operations. Medical healthcare professionals and truck drivers are especially needed who will interface with the local hospitals and authorities. Answer the call, register as a volunteer and sign up today! Visit www.unitedsikhs.org/join for more information.
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DONATE. We cannot continue this work without your help. Please give your Dasvandh. Help feed and shelter a family in Puerto Rico. Help spread the word within your network. Even a small donation of $10 will help. If you would like to help, please visit our page: www.unitedsikhs.org/showyoucare to make a donation today.
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Together, we can alleviate the pain and suffering in this world by acting with compassion and love towards one another, and truly realize Guru Nanak's message of Oneness. #RecognizeTheHumanRaceAsOne #ThisIsUS #WeAreOne
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