The Consulate of Peru in Seattle is organizing a campaign to help our Peruvian compatriots affected by the 8.0-magnitude earthquake that hit Peru on August 15th, leaving hundreds dead, thousands injured, and more than 82,000 people homeless.
We will be accepting donations of ONLY the following items:
NON-PERISHABLE: cereals, canned goods, top ramem soup, water bottles, etc.
WARM CLOTHING: blankets, sleeping bags, jackets, tents.
MEDICINE: tylenol, aspirin.
TOOLS: shovels, picks.
PERSONAL CARE: soap, combs, toothpaste, toothbrushes, towels, etc.
CLEANING SUPPLIES: detergents, soap, etc.
OTHERS: toys, computers, printers.
** Please, we appreciate items in good condition.
** We won't be accepting used clothing.
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Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 2pm to 5pm
Consulate of Peru
3717 NE 157th St.
Seattle, WA 98155
Tel: (206) 714-9037
(directions)
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In March 2008 (TBA)
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We are also accepting monetary assistance to cover the cost of freight to Peru. The container with the donations will be sent by October 10th.
HOW TO MAKE A MONETARY DONATION (click)
We thank you in advance for your support to our brothers in Peru.
For more information please contact us at:
(206) 714-9037 • consulateperu@msn.com