Many of our friends and colleagues have been profoundly impacted by the ongoing tragedy in Haiti in the wake of the earthquake. Just this morning, a large aftershock sent people fleeing from the damaged places in which they’ve sought shelter. I know that Wesleyan students, faculty and staff have responded generously to calls for help. Some of the organizations that have been recommended to me are:
- Texting “HAITI” to “90999” to donate $10 to the Red Cross. The US State Department very quickly put together this number to channel relief contributions directly to first responders who will be on the ground there.
- Partners in Health. PIH (http://www.pih.org) is already on the ground in Haiti and mobilizing their relief efforts. PIH has worked in Haiti to provide health care and education to the poorest of Haiti.
- Save the Children (http://www.savethechildren.org).
There are many more fine organizations on the ground in Haiti providing assistance. Please help!
[tags]Haiti, earthquake, Red Cross, Partners in Health, Save the Children[/tags]