How to Help Haiti
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Three major civil rights groups have joined together with American Urban Radio Networks (AURN), the largest network reaching urban America, to restore Haiti after the devastating earthquake. Entitled “Restoration Haiti”, AURN is partnering with The Institute of the Black World 21st Century's Haiti Relief Fund, The National Urban League, and Coalition on Black Civic Participation.
"Over the years we've worked individually with each of these groups to help improve the lives of those in need" said Jerry Lopes, President of Program Operations and Affiliations for American Urban Radio Networks. "We’re proud that we could be part of this collaboration helping Haiti at its greatest moment of need".
"Long after the mainstream networks have ceased to provide consistent news the recovery and reconstruction effort in Haiti, we can count on the American Urban Radio Networks to continue to tell the story. Through the collaboration with the Haiti Support Project's Haiti Relief Fund, the information received by way of news updates, the Bev Smith Show and other programs on AURN will translate into concrete support for grassroots organizations on the ground as they strive to rebuild their country."
-- Dr. Ron Daniels, President, Institute of the Black World 21st Century, Founder, The Haiti Support Project
It's estimated hundreds of thousands of people are dead. Millions of people have no place to live because of this natural disaster. We're asking you to help a proud people get what we take for granted, simple things like food and water.
Haiti has long been independent. Now, Haitians are depending on you. Don't let them down. “Restoration Haiti” can help. It's easy for you to give. Go to www.ibw21.org or call 1-888-774-2921.
Dozens of organizations are accepting help for Haitians devastated by the quake. Here is a list of groups with contact information verified by Sphere.
- The American Red Cross has pledged an initial $200,000 and says it is prepared to take further action as local responders assess the situation. All of the relief supplies from its warehouse in Panama have been made available, providing for basic needs for about 5,000 families. The Denver branch of the group announced on Twitter that donations can also be sent via text message: "Text the word HAITI to 90999 to make an automatic $10 donation to Red Cross efforts in Haiti." Make a donation online or call 800-REDCROSS.
- Save the Children "is preparing to provide immediate lifesaving assistance, such as food, water, shelter and child-friendly spaces." Make a donation online or call 800-728-3843.
- UNICEF is working to provide supplies to allow access to adequate sanitation, safe water and basic health care. Make a donation online or call 800-FORKIDS.
- Doctors Without Borders is working to deploy extra staff at severely damaged medical facilities. These include its own 60-bed hospital that it said was one of the only free facilities in Port-au-Prince. Make a donation online or call 212-763-5779.
