CoE Joins the White Tree Fund

General Info From the White Tree Fund

On December 26th, 2004, the countries on the rim of the Indian Ocean experienced a natural disaster unlike any in our time. Over 150,000 people were killed and over one million lives have been left in chaos and destruction. The White Tree Fund has been organized as a response to the tsunami disaster, and resulting overwhelming needs of survivors by Lord of the Rings/Tolkien communities around the globe.

We have taken as our symbol, the White Tree of the Kings which stood in Gondor. The Tree is a symbol of renewal, healing and enduring hope, and inspires us to work for that now.

The Fund works with three relief agencies doing work in the affected areas, Direct Relief International, Save the Children and Habitat for Humanity. Each of these agencies is doing excellent work in a responsible, ethical and accountable manner. 100% of all funds donated will go to the relief agencies. For more information on these agencies or to make a donation, please see The White Tree Fund website.

The White Tree Fund is proud to be supported in this effort by Tolkien communities around the globe. Our partners include War of the Ring.net, Monsters & Critics, Middle-earth Reunion, Heren Istarion (the New York Tolkien Society), The Gathering of the Fellowship 2006, Tolkien Online, Council of Elrond, Project Monaghan, BBLoons Charities and Tolkien Forever. And our list of partners continues to grow. This is a testament to the strength of our common fellowship and understanding.

Wherever you are, we urge you to join us and help if you can. For information, news and donations please go to www.whitetreefund.org. For more information please send an email to info@whitetreefund.org.