http://mamsus.org/

Dear all:

The MAMES executive committee and board members held an emergency meeting last night during which we discussed our current  fund-raising effort, which consists of 3 Phases.

For phase 1, we're proud to report that the organization had already collected more than $20,000. Thanks for  the outpouring generosity and support  from our members far and near .The detailed lists of contributing donors will be posted by our secretary on our official website, http://MAMSUS.org. 

We already established volunteer ground  zero team in Yangon, Myanmar,  co-chaired by  Dr. Than Than Win and Dr.Nwe Ni Than. They are classmates of our secretary, Dr. Myat Myat Mon who make it possible. They are committed to execute the rescue and rehabilitation plans set forth by MAMES.

PHASE I

In less than a week, we've raised over $20,000  for phase 1. This money is already on its way directly to ground  zero volunteer medical team . They chose one devastated community near Myaung-Mya town, one of hardest hit area in Ayeyarwaddy Delta Region, to provide  humanitarian assistance to nearly 4000 displaced villagers with basic necessities, food and water. They set up mobile clinic  there providing basic medical care for the sick and the injured,  distributing rice and drinking water at the same time.  The society acknowledged  their passionate volunteerism and their commitment and dedication. The GZT will report back to us in detail on all expenses and progress of their work  for the community. 100% of donation will go to victims.  We'll update the on-going donations and progress regularly on our web page.

I would like to stress that we've donated directly to affected victims, and not through usual organizations like UNICEF, WHO,Save the Children , who not only have high overhead costs to cover, but also have to go through the corrupt military junta, who cannot be trusted nor helpful by blocking the international aids through red tape at the expense of misery and suffering of more than million homeless cyclone victims.

Amongst other selfless individuals, Dr. Kyi Min, who has been working in Myanmar with the World Vision NGO organization for many years and who has already gained  trust and support of local communities in the area; is working with us to help set up all logistic needs,  coordinating local resources and distribution networks.

Although much has been done already  in such a short time and more need  to be done, our current donations will not go far; and that is why we are now focusing our effort on Phase 2 of this relief initiatives.

PHASE II

Our phase 2I effort begins with a Fund-raising Dinner on Friday, May 23, 2008 at the Golden Bridge Restaurant |  50 Bowery Street, NY, located in NY Chinatown  at 6:00 PM. Our goal is to raise $100,000 to continue our relief efforts.

We have 120 tables awaiting your attendance. The entire cost of dinner is being generously sponsored by four of our own: Dr. Kyaw Myint, Dr. Kyaw Tun, Dr. Howard Lai, and Dr. Mimi Lai.

The society acknowledged  their generous donations to make it happen.

Please open your heart and wallets by buying dinner tickets at minimum of $60 or $100 to maximum of any amount your heart desire.

Phase 2  fund will be spent to establish sanitation and clean water resources for the village, to rebuild  a village school and a village medical clinic.

PHASE III

Our next step, Phase III, will concentrate on rebuilding and reconstruction efforts on one community at a time in the village. The success of phase 3 depends entirely on your continued support and generous donations.

Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts if you choose to donate to our effort now; and even greater thank you if you choose to donate again and again in near future.

ADDITIONAL NOTE

  Myanmar is now desperately in need a lot of help from community around the world to get back on its feet. It is a wonderful country with a rich history and giving people;  it has given a lot to many of us and you, so please, give back – and continue to give back.

We'd like to extend our sincerest thanks to all those doctors and volunteers who get involve with their hearts and souls in helping the helpless. May God bless you.

Remember to visit our website for more updates: MAMSUS.org.

Sincerely,

James A. Hsu, MD