The horrible explosion, felt from 50 miles away on Wednesday, left thousands of people with losses they may never be able to replace.
As Texas riders, when something like this happens, we all want to pitch in and help in any way we can.
The WacoTrib.com printed a list of helpful places and phone numbers to contact if you need information about a friend or loved one or if you want to donate to the relief effort.
This is a partial list of ways we can help (the full list is on the website), but it’s a great place to start…
- Pointwest Bank has opened a fund for victims of the explosion. The downtown West location, 200 W. Oak St., is accepting all kinds of donations. Waco locations here:http://www.pointwestbank.com/default.aspx?v=904fb084-af7c-4e58-b551-2bfab5d0c1e8
- Carter Blood Care Center in Waco will accept donations beginning at 9 a.m. Find locations here: https://ww2.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/geo
- American Red Cross crews from across Texas were sent to the site of an explosion at a fertilizer plant near Waco where multiple injuries have been reported. Red Cross spokeswoman Anita Foster said her group is working with emergency management officials in the town of West to find a safe shelter for residents displaced from their homes. To donate blood, find a location near you.
And, the 11th Annual Ride for Heroes this weekend in Aledo is another way to help. Benefiting firefighters from 3 areas and the Parker County Center of Hope, the Ride for Heroes supports those first responders who help whenever they are called upon. The timing of this ride couldn’t be better – besides being a great time to show your support for firefighters and the Center of Hope, the weather and scenery should be ideal. Wheelbrothers is very excited to be a proud supporter of this ride. Here is an interview we did last year with Ride for Heroes with some details about the organization.
Won’t you join us on Saturday, April 20 to ride and help a good cause?
More information can be found on the website Ride for Heroes.
