Salvation Army Receives $10 Million Grant for Hurricane Katrina Relief
Friday, Sep. 2, 2005
Posted: 6:23:25PM EST

A private foundation that supports the causes of religion, education, and community development has provided a $10 million gift to the Salvation Army to assist with on-going relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

The funds provided by the Indianapolis-based Lilly Endowment Inc. are the largest single gift to the Salvation Army designated for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.

“We are so grateful to the Lilly Endowment for their generous donation at such a critical time of response for the victims of this disaster,” said Salvation Army National Commander Todd W. Bassett, in a announcement released today. “At times like these, financial donations are always a vital need, and can be put to use much more directly and effectively."

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