Today marks one week since this blog has been promoted and it has already been seen by over 450 people. That's 450 "unique" visits. Thank you very much to those of you who have taken a few minutes to send this link to everyone in your email contacts, and those of you who are spreading this by word of mouth.
As of today, there have been 5 donations. If everyone who has seen this blog could give even $1, there would be nearly enough to pay all back rent and assure this family continues to be together and have a home. If everyone contributed $5, her home could be winterized, and a new tank of propane could be purchased so they can stay warm. Winter is approaching quickly in upstate New York.
It is only the gravity of the situation that makes this blog necessary. This is temporary help for a native woman who has given much to the cause of human rights. It is our turn to help her. Once her daughter is able to care for herself again, Danielle will be able to get another job to support her family. And once more she will fight for justice, not only for herself but for all who are vulnerable in today's society.
Again, a big thank you for those of you who have asked how you can help, and those of you who have already generously given a donation. Danielle will be receiving a list of donors so she can send each of you a personal thank you, as is her habit. May you all find peace in your hearts and minds. Skennen.
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Clairese
Due to past problems with false solicitations in the name of assisting people in need, the ONLY fund raising activity for Danielle and her children are through this blog. Thank You.
Clairese
To Contact Danielle
danielleschenandoahfund@hotmail.com
Presentations by Danielle
- About Danielle
- Danielle Schenandoah, Oneida activist and mother has many achievements under her belt. She is internationally-renowned for her work. She has appeared in front of the United Nations Permanent Forum for Indigenous peoples, addressing violations of Indigenous peoples rights, including crimes against humanity. Because Danielle has spoken out against the corruption of the Oneida Nation's Turning Stone Casino enterprise, she has been harassed, denied healthcare, falsely and illegally imprisoned (her "crime" being listed as "Native American Indian"). Worst, she has found herself destitute because her home was demolished in 2002 and had her children apprehended as a result. She has since regained custody of her children but is in danger of losing them again because of the dire financial situation she is faced with. After much work, she was able to purchase a used trailer and have her children together once more. A car accident in August, has left her 14-year-old daughter, Clarisse, with serious injuries requiring fulltime care. Unable to leave her daughter to work, this single mother is once again in danger of losing her home.