Topic: Personal
The U.S. State Department has set up a hotline for information on family members who may be in Haiti: (888) 407.4747. This number is for information on U.S. citizens in Haiti only.
You can also text donations for Haiti relief from your cell phone. In addition to your donation amount, standard text messaging fees will apply.
Red Cross: Text HAITI to 90999 ($10 donation)
Yéle Haiti: Text YELE to 501501 ($5 donation)
United Way: Text HAITI to 864833 ($5 donation)
Intl Medical Corps: Text HAITI to 85944 ($10 donation)
Red Cross: Text HAITI to 90999 ($10 donation)
Yéle Haiti: Text YELE to 501501 ($5 donation)
United Way: Text HAITI to 864833 ($5 donation)
Intl Medical Corps: Text HAITI to 85944 ($10 donation)
I have heard of some folks taking advantage of the good will of others - before sending money anywhere, please verify the organization by visiting the websites of the U.S. State Department or the United Nations. CNN also has a long list of reputable organizations.
Posted by theworldsdresser
at 1:27 PM EST
