How can I donate goods, such as clothing and blankets, to help the people affected by the tsunami?
Some aid organizations have cargo space for shipping goods to those in need and will accept donated goods. UNICEF, as most international relief groups, prefers cash donations, largely because of the substantial cost of shipping goods. With cash donations, UNICEF can purchase supplies in local regions (close to the affected areas) as much as possible. Not only does this local purchasing save money, but it supports the local economies of the affected regions.
