I know the people on my friend's list are extraordinarily generous, and many of you have probably already made your holiday gifts of charity, but for those who haven't yet given, I'd like to pass on this little bit of information:
Marsha J. Evans, President and CEO of the American Red Cross salary for year ending 06/30/03 was $651,957 plus expenses.
Brian Gallagher, President of the United Way receives a $375,000 base salary, plus numerous expense benefits.
The Salvation Army's Commissioner Todd Bassett receives a salary of only $13,000 per year (plus housing) for managing this $2 billion dollar organization.
Now I'm not knocking Ms. Evans or Mr. Gallagher; I believe the laborer is worthy of his reward. However, if you want more bang for your buck this holiday season, please consider giving to
The Salvation Army. And please remember that even though you gave generously for the hurricane relief efforts, there are people in your own area who also need assistance.