All Donations go to the Voice of the Wetlands, headed by Tab Benoit.

These monies will be given directly to those individuals in need of assistance because of the recent crisis in Louisiana

What is Voice of the Wetlands?

After a lengthy discussion with Tab Benoit, the Grand County Blues Society, Headwaters Golf Course and the Inn at SilverCreek have decided to donate All profits from the Tab Benoit Golf Classic directly to a Relief Fund for the people of Louisiana through the Voice of the Wetlands

I got this letter written to the editor of our local paper from woman who is part of the Voice of the Wetlands, I can't write better then her so I thought I would share it with all.

From Melanie Melancon as follows...
Dear Editor:
Let me first begin by thanking the people of Colorado for their tremendous support for Louisiana and The Voice of the Wetlands organization before and after Hurricane Katrina.

On Sunday, August 28, 2005, as I was witnessing this powerful hurricane make its way to my beloved home, I posed a question to myself. "Do you
think Tuesday morning our voices will be heard?" America hears us now.

It is imperative they do not forget.

Our efforts must continue. They must continue because as the media frenzy dies down, Louisiana's coast and culture will continue to erode.

Does America truly understand the value Louisiana bears on its economy, its quality of life and its historical fabric? Twenty-seven percent of the nation's oil supply; thirty percent of the nation's seafood supply; Cajun and Creole cooking, language and traditions; Mardi Gras; the birthplace of world-renowned music; TabascoR, the Br'er Rabbit folktale; just to name a few. But most importantly, it is the people of Louisiana who give this illustrious state its charm. We have sustained our culture because we are loyal, because we have an unbendable spirit and because our
ancestors had to endure pain, separation and hard times to keep their identity. Louisiana is a cultural melting pot of displaced people living on displaced land.

And now, once again, we have been displaced. Not solely because of Hurricane Katrina, but because the federal government turned a deaf ear to our cries for help to restore America's wetlands. We were not a priority. We were not worth the price tag. Now we are paying the cost in shattered and lost lives. And we will have to bear the economic
repercussions.

Over the past two weeks, I've heard the media ask, "Why do people live in such a place?" Visit here and you will experience our reasons. Listen
to the music and you will hear our reasons. Eat our food and you will taste our reasons. It is why we are going to continue to fight to save our wetlands.

I used to joke that people need a passport to visit Louisiana. I'll quote New Orleans native Anne Rice, "And though we may seem the most exotic, the most atmospheric and, at times, the most downtrodden part of this land, we are still part of it. We are Americans. We are you."
The Voice of the Wetlands is coming to you. Join with us. Sing along with Tab Benoit. Let our voices be heard across the country.

Thank you, again, Colorado, for taking the VOW.
Sincerely,
Melanie Melancon
The Voice of the Wetlands
Houma, Louisiana

Directly Help Hurricane Katrina Victims
Letter from Rueben Williams of Voice of the Wetlands

This is a pro-active strategy by the Voice of the Wetlands
Organization.

We have changed our strategy from awareness to directly bettering the lives of hurricane Katrina victims. We are getting to know the victims
and their stories, and their lives.

We make a firm promise to everyone sending donations that your money will be used as you would use it. We are a volunteer organization and we will donate all overhead and expenses to make sure that your money gets to where it is desperately needed.

Bank Wire Information:
South Louisiana Bank
Address: P.O.B. 1718 Houma , LA 70361
Ph: 985-851-3434
Fx: 985-879-3095
Name on Account: Voice of the Wetlands
Routing Number: 065402889
Bank Account Number: 181692
Note: Katrina Relief

Send Checks Payable To:
The Voice Of The Wetlands
Address: P.O. Box 3756 Houma LA 70363
Ph: 985-798-5109
Note: Katrina Relief

The Voice of the Wetlands Guarantees that 100% of your donation
will be used to better a Katrina victim's life.

You can put on any information line what you would like your money
to be used for and we will try our best to spend your donation like you
wish.

Stay tuned to www.voiceofthewetlands.com for further information.

Rueben Williams
The Voice Of The Wetlands