Occupy Sandy Emerges As Relief Organization For 21st Century, Mastering Social Networks

[aviv_b]

As local leaders and citizens complain of FEMA and the Red Cross and general government absences in their own neighborhoods, independent and local volunteer relief organizations have sprung up in droves, organized almost entirely through word of mouth and extensive social media campaigns.

Last week, The Huffington Post spoke with many crowdfunding

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[tiddlywinks103]

And the network has even set up a wedding registry, via Amazon, so anyone who wants to send blankets, flashlights, dry goods, mini-fridges, batteries and toiletries from anywhere in the United States or around the world can easily do so.

Fucking brilliant, and better then sending random shit anywhere. This is such a great movement, right now.

[aviv_b]

I thought it was pretty cool, but I haven't seen any coverage of this because people screaming in gas lines is so much better for TV ratings.

[tiddlywinks103]

Well, DUH. Who wants to see actual humanity at work?

[fenris_lorsrai]

The link to the amazon wishlist:
http://www.amazon.com/registry/wedding/32TAA123PJR42

[tiddlywinks103]

Martex Super Soft Fleece Full/Queen Blanket, Blue

Quantity Desired: 50
Quantity Received: 54

Cozy 50 X 60 Fleece Blanket (Assorted) Throw

Quantity Desired: 44
Quantity Received: 57

I teared up.

[fenris_lorsrai]

I just sorted list by most desired and found the stuff in stock stuff available through Prime as I can use that to send it expedited. Thus they ended up with diapers.

this will likely be the only time I EVER buy diapers in my entire life.

also posted on business page on FB as I'm just over border in CT, so I'm guessing some of my customers may purchase stuff off list now that they're aware it exists. some of them are just getting power back now, but is overall better off.

[aviv_b]

That makes two of us. When you think about things people can't go without, diapers are high up on the list.

Mine had to go ground, but I don't think all the babies will be toiled trained in a week, LOL.

[romp]

makes sense and I'm glad