FOR OVER A HUNDRED YEARS THE AMERICAN RED CROSS HAS PROVIDED ASSISTANCE TO VICTIMS OF TRAGIC DISASTERS.

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CIA-RDP92G00017R001000100001-5
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November 19, 2013
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December 21, 1988
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MEMO
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Declassified and Approved For Release 2013/11/19 : CIA-RDP92G00017R001000100001-5 ZCRETARIAT ROUTING SLIP TO: ' ACTION INFO DATE INITIAL 1 DCI 2 DDCI 3 EXDIR 4 D/ICS 5 DDI DDA X 7 DDO 8 DDS&T 9 Chm/NIC 10 GC 11 IG 12 Compt 13 D/OCA 14 D/PAO 15 D/PERS ? \ 16 D/Ex Staff 17 18 19 20 21 22 SUSPENSE Date Remarks ER 89-0052 Executive Secretary 6 Jan '89 3637 (10-81) Declassified and Approved For Release 2013/11/19: CIA-RDP92G00017R001000100001-5 Date Declassified and Approved For Release 2013/11/19: CIA-RDP92G00017R001000100001-5 ER 89-0052 OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR UNITED STATES OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT WASHINGTON. D.C. 20413 DEC 2 1 1988 MEMORANDUM TO HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES For over a hundred years the American Red Cross has provided assistance to victims of tragic disasters. Not only has the American Red Cross provided disaster relief in our own country but, over the years, has come to the aid of people in countries throughout the world. The devastation of the Soviet Armenian earthquake is of such severity that not only is the American Red Cross working closely with the Alliance of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies of the U.S.S.R. to provide disaster relief, but is also mobilizing U.S. support for this effort. The poignant situation in Armenia has touched the hearts of thousands of Americans. Recognizing the devastating conditions, and the needs of the people, the Red Cross is accepting financial donations to provide aid. Right now the funds that are donated are being used to provide emergency assistance. Later, contributions received for Armenia will support the rehabilitation of the affected area. Federal employees and members of the Armed Forces have always responded when they know the need is great. Money is still needed to provide assistance. The Red Cross is accepting donations through your local chapter or through its toll-free number at 1-800-453-9000, or at its post office box at: American Red Cross International Disaster Relief P.O. Box 37243 Washington, D.C. 20013 Checks should be made payable to American Red Cross and earmarked Soviet/Armenian Relief. You may also use your American Express, Master Card or Visa credit card with the toll-free call. Please identify yourself as a Federal worker when you make your gift. For over a century, the Red Cross symbol has stood as a beacon of hope and help for disaster victims. We in the Federal government have an opportunity to join with others in our communities to support this appeal to bring relief to the people of Soviet Armenia. Constance Hoer U.41i171 Director Declassified and Approved For Release 2013/11/19: CIA-RDP92G00017R001000100001-5