We have all heard about the horrific tragedy shootings of our soldiers at Fort Hood, Texas. It was a sad event for many. They were/are our soldiers protecting US so that we can enjoy our freedom, so that we can enjoy going to the movies, to our children's football games, etc. It is our time to remember those that have fallen and have been affected by this tragedy. It is our time to GIVE.
Thirteen people lost their lives and 30 more were injured when Maj. Nadil Malik Hasan allegedly opened fire in a room crowded with hundreds of soldiers at Fort Hood in Texas.
For those who want to donate to organizations honoring the soldiers and their families affected by this tragedy, army officials have announced agencies on the installation, which support the troops.
Checks can be mailed to: Chaplain's Fund Office Bldg 44, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue Fort Hood, TX 76544-5000 - Checks should be made payable to "CTOF" (Chapel's Tithes and Offerings Fund) with a note on the memo line stating "Nov. 5 Tragedy."
Contributions on behalf of Fort Hood Soldiers can also be made to:
Fisher House Bldg 36015 Fisher Lane Ft Hood Texas 76544
If you have questions about the Fisher House operation, call (254)286-7927 or (254)286-7929.
Donations can be made to Red Cross at their website, www.waco.redcross.org, or by mail :
Killeen Red Cross208 W. Ave. A, Killeen, Texas 76541
Phone: (254) 200-4400
Donations can be made to the United Service Organization at their website, www.uso.org, or by mail:
USO Fort HoodBuilding # 1871, 50th St. Fort Hood, Texas, 76544Phone: (254) 768-2771
If nothing else, prayers would be appreciated for those affected.
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