Is there any kind of "adopt a family" program being set up?

[skooooo]

Can't offer anyone a place to stay, but would love to be matched with an individual or family that I can help. Then I know where the money is going, and can offer at least some emotional and financial support.

[JuniperLea]

1. I have little space and even less money...

But I'd take in an orphan or two without hesitation.

[txaslftist]

2. This is a good idea!

Callyour local Democratic Party and offer to help organize it.

[Justice]

3. www.openyourhome.com

http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2005/09/06/schilling_family_is_hosting_nine_from_new_orleans/

"The Fields family spent last week in an Atlanta-area hotel, with the help of a charitable group. While staying there, they were contacted by a woman who had set up a website, openyourhome.com, to match displaced families with people willing to take them in.

The Schillings registered on the site Friday; on Saturday they anonymously arranged for the family to fly to Boston. The Fields had never even been to the Northeast. But with little money and no place to go, they accepted the offer."

[Lindsay]

4. I'm sorry I don't remember who suggested it, but a DUer

called a motel in Lafayette LA and asked if there was anyone there from NOLA who needed help paying for their room. They "adopted" a mother and 3 children for a week.

I know there are tons of people staying in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. Check on line for the names of motels and give somebody a call.