sparkie
09-08-2005, 01:58 AM
Hello,
I have spent a week trying to get some organization to accept my help. I have decided that I will be a self-dispatched volunteer to New Orleans. I feel "propelled & driven" to go to the heart of it-New Orleans. I made a long list of my experiences, strengths, etc. Maybe too long but when I get on an idea I grind on it! :)
Short List
*Licensed electrician, commercial w/ residential experience
*Former MP SGT/Prison Guard, US Army
*Working knowledge of most construction trades
*Nurses Aide training
*Driver-2.5 ton military trucks, buses, etc
*Much volunteer experience
and More..
I have a 2 wheel drive F150 but ideally, I would like to get a 4 wheel drive, super cab p/u truck loaned to me (local dealership or one of the auto makers in Detroit), a laoner trailer (& gas card). Then fill w/ donated tools, materials & emergency needs. Then drive myself to NO from Michigan. I bet I could specialize in generators.
In a nutshell: I have many traditional male skills & most female skills. Kindof like 2 people in one. Also, I believe my experiences/skills are an unusual conbination that enables me to do nearly anything. Any suggestions on how to best help? Which organization to get connected w/ there when they will take me. I plan to be self-sufficient until I am "adopted". :)
But, I am stumped on how to get the first donations. I'd like to have a better plan then just cold calling businesses and say "Hi, I am Jane Schmuck. Will you give me 5 generators?"
How to get sponsored/endorsed?
Please share w/ me any ideas/thoughts you may have. I searched the internet but found little info.
Thank You,
Sparkie in southern Michigan
I have spent a week trying to get some organization to accept my help. I have decided that I will be a self-dispatched volunteer to New Orleans. I feel "propelled & driven" to go to the heart of it-New Orleans. I made a long list of my experiences, strengths, etc. Maybe too long but when I get on an idea I grind on it! :)
Short List
*Licensed electrician, commercial w/ residential experience
*Former MP SGT/Prison Guard, US Army
*Working knowledge of most construction trades
*Nurses Aide training
*Driver-2.5 ton military trucks, buses, etc
*Much volunteer experience
and More..
I have a 2 wheel drive F150 but ideally, I would like to get a 4 wheel drive, super cab p/u truck loaned to me (local dealership or one of the auto makers in Detroit), a laoner trailer (& gas card). Then fill w/ donated tools, materials & emergency needs. Then drive myself to NO from Michigan. I bet I could specialize in generators.
In a nutshell: I have many traditional male skills & most female skills. Kindof like 2 people in one. Also, I believe my experiences/skills are an unusual conbination that enables me to do nearly anything. Any suggestions on how to best help? Which organization to get connected w/ there when they will take me. I plan to be self-sufficient until I am "adopted". :)
But, I am stumped on how to get the first donations. I'd like to have a better plan then just cold calling businesses and say "Hi, I am Jane Schmuck. Will you give me 5 generators?"
How to get sponsored/endorsed?
Please share w/ me any ideas/thoughts you may have. I searched the internet but found little info.
Thank You,
Sparkie in southern Michigan