How to Help Victims of Superstorm Sandy

Find out how you can help those on East Coast affected by Superstorm Sandy.

With NYC slowly coming back to life, and millions of people still without power on the East Coast, there are several ways Southern Californians can help those affected by Superstorm Sandy.

The American Red Cross is accepting blood donations as well as monetary contributions to help residents on the East Coast affected by Sandy.

To donate, visit their website, which also allows users to find their local Red Cross chapter and pinpoint areas in greatest need. Or call 800-Red-Cross or text "Redcross" to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

LA-based Operation USA focuses on getting medical supplies and generators to affected areas. The organization accepts money, frequent flier miles and text-generated donations.

To quickly donate $10 to Operation USA, text "OPUSA" to 50555. To find out more about how you can contribute to ongoing relief efforts, visit their website.

The Salvation Army is helping East Coast with food and clean-up kits. Information on how you can donate to storm relief is listed here.

AmeriCares is delivering relief supplies, including bottled water and a mobile clinic for families affected by Sandy in the tri-state area.

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