Members of Pearl Jam took note of the plight of Flint, Michigan residents whose health is at risk due to lead and chemical contamination of the city water supply brought on by the negligence of city and state officials. The band has donated $300,000 to the United Way of Genesee County to assist the organization in addressing the crisis and solicited an additional $175,000 from friends and business associates. The group also set up a Crowdrise funding campaign that has already surpassed $20,000 donated by fans of the Seattle band. The band's web site says the funds collected are being used to provide Flint citizens with bottle water, filters and emergency services. Donations can be made at https://www.crowdrise.com/pearljam.
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