The Jersey Coast Chapter and New Jersey Natural Gas Company join forces to help with Chile Earthquake Relief

The American Red Cross Jersey Coast Chapter is pleased to announce that New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) has set up a $25,000 matching donation program to help those affected by the recent Chile Earthquake. Funds will be raised for our local Red Cross Chapter and will make it possible for us to provide critically needed assistance to local families impacted by the recent Chile Earthquake as well as supporting our role in the Red Cross global response and recovery efforts.

Donations can be sent to American Red Cross Jersey Coast Chapter, P.O. Box 131, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724. Checks should be made payable to American Red Cross Jersey Coast Chapter. You can also donate by visiting www.jerseycoast-redcross.org.

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; provides nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission.

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter to provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

NJNG is a natural gas local distribution company that serves 489,000 customers in Monmouth, Ocean and Morris counties and a strong supporter of charitable services, especially those that help people in times of crisis. The American Red Cross is proud to be partners with NJNG to help those affected by the Chile Earthquake.

Please call Debi Heptig at 732-493-9100 extension 1259 or email her at debih@jerseycoast-redcross.org for more information about this matching donation program.