We are deeply saddened and horrified at Tuesday's shocking attack against our nation. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by this national tragedy.

To join in support during this difficult time, we have compiled a list of resources below for those seeking information on loved ones or how you can help.

Sincerely,

Your friends at Useful Mail

************************************************************ EMERGENCY RELIEF EFFORTS ************************************************************

To give blood:

--Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule an appointment with the American Red Cross near where you live.

--Visit www.nybloodcenter.org to donate blood in the New York area.

To donate money:

--The United Way Contribute to The September Eleventh Fund to help the victims of the attacks and their families and provide immediate support to established emergency assistance agencies. Call 212-251-4035.

--American Red Cross Call 1-(800) HELP-NOW

--Salvation Army 1-(800) SAL-ARMY

************************************************************ AIRLINES ************************************************************

Friends and family who wish to check on passengers and flights may call: American Airlines, 1-800-245-0999 United Airlines, 1-800-932-8555

************************************************************ VICTIM INFORMATION ************************************************************

Red Cross WTC Victim Information: 212-604-7285 WTC AON Employees: 203-863-6380 WTC Morgan Stanley Employees: 888-883-4391 Pentagon Employees: 1-877-663-6772 Fire Department Employees: 718-999-2541 Police Department Employees: 718-677-8238

************************************************************ NEW YORK CITY HOSPITALS ************************************************************

St. Vincent's Hospital: 212-604-7285 Bellevue Hospital Center: 212-562-4141 Coler Memorial Hospital: 212-848-6300 Goldwater Memorial Hospital: 212-318-8000 Gouverneur Hospital D&TC: 212-238-7000

************************************************************ JUSTICE DEPARTMENT ************************************************************

The Justice Department's Office of Victims of Crime has set up a phone line to provide information to families about victims and about services for survivors and their rights: 1-800-331-0075

-- Anonymous, September 13, 2001