BURMA

The death toll predictions following Cyclone Nargis nine days ago continue to climb, and presently stand at over 200,000.
YFC Burma is there, and doing what it can…

On Saturday, May 3rd, 120mph Cyclone Nargis forced ashore in Myanmar (Burma) with waves up to 20ft high. The Irrawaddy town of Labutta – population 80,000 – was wiped off the map. Most residents are still without power, food, or safe drinking water.

“Official” reports say there are 24,000 dead, 40,000 missing. People inside Myanmar estimate that the death toll is closer to 200,000 and could reach 500,000 through disease and hunger, if external aid continues to be blocked by the army. You will have no doubt seen some secretly filmed pictures – and heard the horrific stories. People and Governments from across the world want to help, but they want to be sure that the money will not fall into the wrong hands.

One way to make sure is to donate through YFC…
YFC Myanmar has 20 fulltime staff and over 350 volunteers serving in partnership with over 350 local churches across the country. MYFC is already using what they have to help. All the staff and volunteers are assisting in the cleanup and repairs. We need chain saws, axes, and fuel for transport. MYFC also wants to help families by providing textbooks and cash for their registration fees when schools reopen in June.

Today, most MYFC staff receive just £12 per month. YFC International want to help MYFC staff and volunteers by providing funds to repair their own homes and help them survive the 400% increase in the price of fuel and basic necessities. We are hoping to raise a total of £15,000.

Please pray for YFC Myanmar and our staff and volunteers during this challenging time.
And please do give what you can via ‘just giving’ by visiting YFC Burma Cyclone Appeal

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