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BCSO urges donations to alternative groups to support tornado recovery

Instead, the two organizations say that those wishing to help out should consider donating to three other organizations. However, they stress, “Make sure you contact these groups first to ensure they can accommodate the type of donation.”
The three organizations listed are: