Thirty Seconds to Mars is back in the rehearsal studio preparing for their upcoming Into the Wild World Tour, but there are many important causes around the globe that still need attention.
On Tuesday Haiti was struck by the largest earthquake ever recorded in the region.
This earthquake hit a major population center and was very devastating to the infrastructure. If you are interested in supporting the hundreds of thousands of victims of this natural disaster, take a moment to look at the options we have outlined below.
UNICEF
UNICEF is urgently appealing for emergency assistance to aid victims of a devastating earthquake that rocked Haiti. Funds are needed to provide safe water, temporary shelter systems and medical supplies. UNICEF’s country office in Haiti and the regional office located in Panama has deployed emergency teams to assess the situation and determine what the additional emergency needs are for the people of Haiti.
To donate to the ongoing emergency relief efforts in Haiti and the Caribbean region, please visit: www.unicefusa.org/
OXFAM
Oxfam is working to respond to the devastation that has occurred. It is anticipated that the needs of survivors will certainly outstrip resources. Please spread the world of the special fund that Oxfam has created, Haiti Earthquake Response Fund.
Please donate to the Haiti Earthquake Response Fund:
https://secure.oxfamamerica.
OXFAM UK
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7.0 magnitude earthquake hits Haiti. Oxfam’s response will include providing clean water, shelter, sanitation and helping people recover. Please donate to our Haiti Emergency Response Fund today. https://secure.
HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF FUND (YELE HAITI)
In response to the earthquake that struck Haiti this week, Wyclef Jean has called upon the international community to give immediate assistance to the island nation.
TWITTER/TEXT: Donate $5 to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund by texting YELE to 501501. This will be added to your phone bill
RED CROSS AND RED CRESCENT SOCIETIES:
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross is pledging an initial $200,000 to assist communities impacted by the earthquake and is prepared to take further action as local responders assess the situation. As with most earthquakes, the greatest immediate needs are food, water, medical services and emotional support.
Text: HAITI to 90999 to donate $10 to American Red Cross relief for Haiti.
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British Red Cross
To donate to the ongoing relief funds, please donate to: http://www.redcross.org.
International Federation of Red cross and Red Crescent Societies
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has released around 491,000 USD from its emergency relief fund for Haiti. The organization is also bringing in field hospital workers to assist in overwhelmed local hospitals.
Please continue to support this organization’s efforts by donating to: http://donate.ifrc.org/
UNITED NATIONS WORLD FOOD PROGRAM (WFP)
The WFP is responding to the destructive earthquake that hit Haiti and is already on scene, mobilizing emergency food assistance to families. Help more than 2 million hungry people with an emergency donation. This is said to be Haiti’s worst quake in two centuries.
Donate now: https://www.wfp.org/
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AMERICARES
AmeriCares is working with partners on the ground to deliver humanitarian aid and disaster relief. Your gift to the International Disaster relief fund will ensure AmeriCares has the resources required to respond effectively.
Please donate here: http://www.americares.
Save the Children (UK)
Children are in desperate need after a 7.0 earthquake has struck the capital city of Haiti in the Caribbean. Please help save children’s lives by providing shelter and clean food and water.
https://www.savethechildren.
To donate by phone, please call: 020 7012 6400. The donation line is open Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
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Since its founding in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has been the nation's premier emergency response organization. As part of a worldwide movement that offers neutral humanitarian care to the victims of war, the American Red Cross distinguishes itself by also aiding victims of devastating natural disasters.
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