Help The People of Haiti

There’s so much other news I wanted to share with you today but I would be very much out of order If I didn’t recognize the needs of our brothers and sisters suffering in Haiti right now.

I can’t imagine having my life, family, or community taken or changed so devastatingly in just an instant.  Living here in LA, though, I know something similar could happen on any given day.  My thoughts and prayers go out to all of those affected by this terrible disaster.  I’m also saying a prayer to the folks that are on their way to Haiti now to help.  God speed to them as well.

For those of us that are concerned but don’t know what to do, we are not helpless!  We can give our attention and treasures to the organizations that are already taking action to lend a hand to the people of Haiti.  I’m emphasizing the people here.  When I see images of the people — kids especially — homeless and with nothing except their lives and the clothes on their backs, it saddens me.

Here are some organizations that are poised to help or are already in and could use your donations.  Links go directly to donation pages.  Some donation options are as easy as picking up your cell phone.

Most of them are geared towards supporting children.  Like I said, I think of the kids in situations like this.  I guess its the parent in me.

Save the Children – Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world.

UNICEF– UNICEF is the world’s leading advocate for children.

Habitat for Humanity – Housing will be an ongoing need for many years to come.

Yéle Haiti – Grammy-Award winning musician, humanitarian and Goodwill Ambassador to Haiti Wyclef Jean founded Yéle Haiti in 2005.  You can text “YELE” to 501501 to donate $5 to their support efforts.

American Red Cross – The American Red Cross is working with its partners in the global Red Cross and Red Crescent network, including the Haitian Red Cross, and other partners to assist those affected by this disaster.  Text “HAITI” to 90999 to donate $10 to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts, charge to your cell phone bill.

Thanks for your support!