Charity News from Wednesday, Jul. 23, 2003Automobile Industry Largest Source of Lead Pollution TodayEnvironmental Defense | The use of lead in cars accounts for the largest remaining source of lead pollution, finds a new report released today. One car component, the lead starter battery, is responsible for the majority of current lead use in the world. Oxfam: While Washington Debates, Liberia Bleeds Oxfam-America | The international agency Oxfam issued an urgent call today for the Bush Administration to commit funds and logistics to pave the way for ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) forces and then the deployment of US troops. ARC Nears Completion on Ten Quick Impact Projects in Iraq American Refugee Committee | Amidst the heat and instability of post-war Iraq, the American Refugee Committee is improving living conditions for thousands of people through its "Quick Impact Projects" or "QIP"s in the Maysan province of southeastern Iraq. AmeriCares Free Clinics Opens New Site in Bridgeport, CT AmeriCares Foundation | Responding to a call for help from the Greater Bridgeport Medical Association and the East End Community Council, the AmeriCares Free Clinics opened a new site in Bridgeport, CT. The first day of operation was a success with numerous patients helped.
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