Tragedy struck this morning as a devastating house fire gutted the home at 2425 Lowe Street.  Thankfully there was only one resident home at the time and she was able to make it to safety before the entire home when up in flames.  The three adult residents are safe but they are now homeless as their family home was uninsured at the time of the fire.

We are planning a fundraiser to help this family to recuperate from such a tremendous loss, but right now there are immediate needs that must be addressed.  Red Cross Disaster Relief has stepped in to provide emergency housing for the next week through Thursday night, so the first thing we need to do is help clothe our neighbors.  The family’s clothing needs are noted here.

OTHER DONATIONS NEEDED:

UPDATE!  An anonymous donor has agreed to match all donations dollar for dollar up to $3,000!

MONEY:  As you might expect, we need money for this family as they have lost not only their home but everything in it.  Financial donations are tax deductible and can be made out to Riverside Residents Association and may be mailed to 2603 Smith Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318.

Money can also be deposited directly at any Wachovia branch in the U.S. into account # 2000-021-940-998, the name on the account is Riverside Residents Association Fundraising Account. Refer any questions to Michael at the phone number below.

FURNITURE & HOUSEWARES:  Any furniture or housewares may be donated to the family as well and an in-kind donation tax receipt will be issued to you.  This is a family of three adults with no children and they will need home furniture, linens, kitchen items and everything else we all take for granted every day.

For more information or to arrange to drop off a donation, please contact:

Michael Nolan

Riverside Neighborhood Association President

404-424-4498