The Haitian Earthquake
CUSO-VSO shares the world’s grief and shock at the devastating earthquake that shook the very foundation of Haiti on January 12. The quake has brought almost unimaginable devastation to a country already struggling with poverty and economic despair.
CUSO-VSO does not work in Haiti, but encourages Canadians and Americans to support emergency relief efforts in the short-term and sustainable reconstruction efforts in the long-term through other reputable humanitarian and development organizations.
Our thoughts are with the people of Haiti, who once again must summon great reserves of courage to face a future fraught with hardship. We hope people can pledge to accompany them on the path to recovery.
The following members of the Canadian Council for International Cooperation are collecting donations and responding to the disaster:
Adventist Development and Relief Agency is a non-governmental organization present in 125 countries providing sustainable community development and disaster relief. ADRA is asking for any donation possible to support its emergency response fund.
The Canadian Red Cross is accepting donations to support Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti. Donations can be earmarked to the Haiti earthquake fund. Donations can be made online, by calling 1-800-418-111 or by visiting any Red Cross office.
The Humanitarian Coalition - Care/Oxfam Canada/Oxfam Quebec/Save the Children - is taking donations for relief for those devastated by the earthquake in Haiti.
Mennonite Central Committee is responding to the Earthquake disaster in Haiti. MCC has been working in Haiti since 1928 in agriculture, reforestation, justice, health and AIDS work. MCC is responding with emergency relief supplies and will be there for the long term in reconstruction and trauma support and other work to be determined. Call 888 622 6337 to donate.
Plan Canada has been operating in Haiti for nearly 40 years. Donations can be made by calling 1-800-387-1418.
World Vision is preparing to distribute emergency supplies to those affected by the earthquake. World Vision has been working in Haiti for over 30 years, helping an estimated 300,000 Haitians each year to overcome poverty through providing access to education, clean water and nutrition, as well as helping families with medical care.
