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United helps with Katrina relief

September 7, 2005 - Major League Soccer (MLS)
D.C. United News Release


Washington Professional Sports Franchises will raise money to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina in a special "Drive-Thru" donation program in conjunction with The American Red Cross.

The public is encouraged to use this event as a means to show their support by making monetary* donations to the American Red Cross by simply driving through Parking lot 8 at RFK Stadium and dropping off their contribution. Players from the Capitals, D.C. United, Mystics, Nationals, Redskins and Wizards will be on hand throughout the day to personally accept the monetary donations on behalf of the American Red Cross.

Friday, September 9, 2005 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM RFK Stadium Parking Lot 8 (Enter off of Independence Avenue)

The devastation that was left in the wake of Hurricane Katrina has affected the lives of so many of our American people that we all want to lend a helping hand in the rebuilding of their spirit and their lives.

* Due to logistical concerns, only monetary donations will be accepted at this event. Checks should be made out to the American Red Cross. Please indicate in the check's note field that the funds are designated to Katrina Hurricane relief.

Broadcasting and P.A. Request: When speaking of the organization, please refer to the team as either "D.C. United" or "United," but not "the D.C. United" or "the United." We appreciate your cooperation.

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