Media Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Queensland’s Muslims rally to help flood victims
Brisbane, QLD, 12th January, 2011 – The Queensland Muslim community is deeply saddened by the devastating floods. Their thoughts and prayers are with all the victims of this disaster.
Last night, local leaders called for an urgent meeting to discuss ways to help in the flood recovery process.
More than 300 people – men, women and children – responded within a matter of a few hours offering financial aid, cars, trucks, buses, essential supplies and of course their time. Many have also offered their homes for shelter.
These volunteers are willing and ready to assist all those affected by the devastating floods.
The Gold Coast and Darra Mosques have also offered to use their halls as shelter for flood victims in need of accommodation.
To date more than $20,000 has been collected in various mosques through the Muslim Charitable Foundation (MCF) and more will be collected this Friday to assist in buying and distributing much needed items for flood victims.
Volunteers are ready to help with the distribution of supplies, in the clean up stage and any other assistance required.
Donations to assist these and other relief efforts can be made to the following account:
Account Name: Muslim Charitable Foundation Emergency Account
Bank: Bank of Queensland
BSB: 124 155
Account No.: 2089 7395
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For further information please contact
- Imam Akram on 0431 672 263
- Dr Mohamed Abdalla on 0407 921 978
- Br. Ashraf 0414 274 723
- Br. Shaukat 0430 370 364
- Br. Mohammed Saheed 0411 064 080
- Br. Mohammed 0450 738 401
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