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For Shasta

As the whole nation sighed with relief for a little girl found, we had all already fell in love with the beautiful smile in the many pictures we had sen for the nearly 7 weeks she was missing. As our hearts continue to go out to this brave little girl, many are wanting to offer their support. And it seems this desire is occurring all over the Nation. For those that wish to send support, gifts, or donate into one of the accounts set up to help this courageous girl, the following clip is for you.

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"Groene said the mail lady brings an armful of mail and packages every day and that the only address is: Shasta in Coeur d'Alene.And that's where he would like people to send things."The post office people know where we live," said Groene, whose daughter will someday feel compelled to respond publicly to thank all those who are making her smile a little more every day.Monetary donations can be dropped off at any U.S. Bank branch or at Inland Northwest Bank, 955 Ironwood, 664-8747."

It is said in one report (here) that Duncan used a camcorder in his attacks, and recorder numerous attempts to murder the children, but failed after something the children said or done. In one apparent attempt to slay Dylan, the boy — who was bound and gagged and unable to wiggle little more than his hands — flashed the "I love you" sign to his sister. Having a brother myself, I can tell you nothing can replace the love a brother sheds on his little sister. And though we can not fill the gap she must now feel- I hope that all will be moved to show Shasta the love that we have come to have for the strong and brave, and beautiful little girl who has lost so much at such a young age. Whether it is by sending her letters of encouragement, gifts, or support for the long road she will have to recover from this tragic experience, or by writing our legislators and congressmen and DEMANDING that this be the last story of its kind.

Donations for Shasta Groene can also be sent to:

Donations to the trust that was started by Men In Business at Panhandle State Bank can be mailed to the Windermere Foundation or dropped off at 1000 Northwest Blvd., Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. Checks should be made payable to WRE Windermere Foundation/Shasta.
•Donations to the Shasta Groene Trust can be mailed to 2600A E. Seltice, No. 226, Post Falls, ID 83854.
•Donations can be made to the Groene Family Fund at any Inland Northwest Bank in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls or Spokane, or mailed to 955 Ironwood Drive, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814. The fund was set up by friends of Shasta's father, Steve Groene.
•Donations are also being accepted to the Shasta Groene Fund at any US Bank branch nationwide. The fund was established by relatives of the Groenes to help cover medical expenses, counseling and education costs. Donations can be mailed to US Bank, P.O. Box 1029, Post Falls, ID 83877

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