Where Will President Trump’s $1 Million Donation Go?

In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, president Donald Trump promised to donate $1 million of his own money to storm relief for the states of Texas and Louisiana.

He has chosen to split the money up among multiple charities. Below is a list of the charities the White House has reported the money will go to.

Here’s a breakdown of where the money is going:

  • American Red Cross $300,000
  • Salvation Army: $300,000

 

  • Samaritan’s Purse: $100,000
  • Reach Out America: $100,000

 

  • Operation Blessing International: $25,000
  • Catholic Charities: $25,000
  • Houston Humane Society: $25,000
  • American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: $25,000
  • Team Rubicon: $25,000
  • Portlight Inclusive Disaster Strategies: $25,000
  • Direct Relief: $25,000
  • Habitat for Humanity: $25,000

The White House did not make it clear if the charities had already received the funds or if they will be sent out in the future.

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