Joplin Islamic Society Mosque fundraising drive passes $400,000

Joplin and the nation are joining together once again for a good cause.

Since May 22, 2011, one of the major success stories of the nation has been the way the city of Joplin has bounced back from the tornado. The latest Joplin story is a triumph over love over hate.

The drive to raise money for the new Joplin Islamic Society Mosque to replace the one that was destroyed earlier this month in a fire of suspicious origin has now raised more than $400,000 and is on it way to the half-million dollar mark.

The goal for the drive was $250,000, which was raised in less than three days. The drive continues until September 21. You can donate at this link.