Organizations that took a stand amidst the disaster of Hurricane Katrina

August 29 marks the 10-year anniversary of the day that Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana, and since then, New Orleans and surrounding areas have never been the same.

The hurricane brought death, destroyed homes and belongings, and caused indescribable pain. The situation seemed hopefully for many, but several charities and organizations -- both big and small -- stepped in to help.

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) played a big role in Hurricane Katrina recovery, implementing aid in both Mississippi and Louisiana. The Red Cross also stepped in to help with "Bringing Help, Bringing Hope" -- a campaign that included American Red Cross response to hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma.

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Direct Relief also responded to the disaster, delivering more than $47 million in medical aid and about $4.6 million in cash grants in an effort to help rebuild the affected areas of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

Governmentally, then-president, George W. Bush, signed a $10.4 billion aid package within four days of the hurricane hitting. He also ordered 7,200 National Guard troops to tend to the region. A few days later, Congress approved an additional bill worth $51.8 billion in aid.

Charities and organizations big and small stepped in to help, and volunteers pitched in to help, as well. Even though it's been 10 years since the hurricane hit, the effects and damages are still prominent, and help is still needed in the affected areas.