It’s been all over the air so we won’t spend too long on the specifics. On January 12, 2010 at 4:53 p.m a 7.0 earthquake and its 33 aftershocks, shook Haiti. The aftermath is devastation and rubble. I think everyone agrees on this.
Immediate aid is necessary. What I’d like to comment on is giving to established agencies and organizations. All over twitter comments are sent about where to send your money and it seems like money is flowing. Please use caution when texting your $5 or $10 donation to organizations who you’ve never heard of before. Some people text to give money because it’s quick and easy to do although it may not be the most effective. The most important thing is that the money gets to the intended.
Among this hustle and bustle of what’s going on, scammers are going to try and take advantage. Here’s a great article on what to watch for.
Here is a press release from the Better Business Bureau on donating to an effetive organization.
If it all seems like a lot of research and you would just like to donate call up the 1-800 numbers or go directly to the webpages of established organizations like:
The American Red Cross – 1-800-REDCROSS or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish)
Canadian Red Cross – 1-800-418-1111
British Red Cross – 0845 053 5353
One thing I’d like to add here. We really seem to be under seige lately with severe weather all over the globe and devastation from natural disasters. But take a look at how countries are coming together quickly to help Haiti. Maybe we’re learning under the stress and hardships?
There’s hope still.
I think that this whole Haiti thing is the saddest thing I have ever heard and seen…I’m going to create a fundraiser to help them for my school.
Any ideas? If, you do then call me at 210-509-285.
Thanks so much!