Post by Deleted on Mar 1, 2010 23:38:42 GMT -6
I'm sure you all know of this, but a massive 8.8 earthquake has hit Chile. What you may not know is what you can do to help, so I'm posting this here. I hope that's okay.
How To Help
Text Your Support (USA):
1. Text the word "CHILE" to 25383 to donate $10 on behalf of the Habitat for Humanity.
2. Text the word "CHILE" to 20222 to donate $10 on behalf of World Vision.
3. Text the word "CHILE" to 52000 to donate $10 on behalf of the Salvation Army.
4. Text the word "REBUILD" to 50555 to donate $10 to Operation USA's Chile relief fund.
Direct Donations:
Donate Directly to Doctors Without Borders
Donate Directly to Water.org
Oxfam
Direct Relief International
Save The Children — Save The Children is sending an emergency assessment team to Chile, and is asking for contributions to its Children's Emergency Fund to aid these efforts.
World Vision — The international development, relief and advocacy organization has already sent its first relief flight, from Bolivia this afternoon, with supplies like tarps, blankets, plastic sheeting, and collapsible water containers for survivors. Support these efforts with earmarked gifts to families that need them.
AmeriCares — Vice President of Emergency Response, Christoph Gorder, says AmeriCares is sending medical supplies and humanitarian aid to Chile. Make a direct contribution to AmeriCares' Chilean earthquake fund.
Habitat for Humanity — Habitat for Humanity has a continual presence in Chile, where the group has constructed more than 1,300 homes. Habitat will be essential in reconstruction efforts, especially in hard-hit rural areas.
International Medical Corps — IMC has a presence in dozens of countries around the globe, providing immediate medical care to those affected by natural disasters. Contribute to its emergency response fund.
ShelterBox — International disaster relief agency ShelterBox has mobilized a team to bring aid to Concepcion, Chile's second largest city, which saw the worse damage.
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How To Help
Text Your Support (USA):
1. Text the word "CHILE" to 25383 to donate $10 on behalf of the Habitat for Humanity.
2. Text the word "CHILE" to 20222 to donate $10 on behalf of World Vision.
3. Text the word "CHILE" to 52000 to donate $10 on behalf of the Salvation Army.
4. Text the word "REBUILD" to 50555 to donate $10 to Operation USA's Chile relief fund.
Direct Donations:
Donate Directly to Doctors Without Borders
Donate Directly to Water.org
Oxfam
Direct Relief International
Save The Children — Save The Children is sending an emergency assessment team to Chile, and is asking for contributions to its Children's Emergency Fund to aid these efforts.
World Vision — The international development, relief and advocacy organization has already sent its first relief flight, from Bolivia this afternoon, with supplies like tarps, blankets, plastic sheeting, and collapsible water containers for survivors. Support these efforts with earmarked gifts to families that need them.
AmeriCares — Vice President of Emergency Response, Christoph Gorder, says AmeriCares is sending medical supplies and humanitarian aid to Chile. Make a direct contribution to AmeriCares' Chilean earthquake fund.
Habitat for Humanity — Habitat for Humanity has a continual presence in Chile, where the group has constructed more than 1,300 homes. Habitat will be essential in reconstruction efforts, especially in hard-hit rural areas.
International Medical Corps — IMC has a presence in dozens of countries around the globe, providing immediate medical care to those affected by natural disasters. Contribute to its emergency response fund.
ShelterBox — International disaster relief agency ShelterBox has mobilized a team to bring aid to Concepcion, Chile's second largest city, which saw the worse damage.
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