Ways to Donate to Haiti

I haven't said much about the horrible earthquake that rocked Haiti on January 12th. For the first few days, it was so hard to even watch the news because you just couldn't imagine a place that bad off. What really pulled at me were all of the orphans that were now homeless without food or formula...now that number will probably triple because of every one that has perished in the tragedy. There was no doubt in my mind that I had to do something to help so when it came to deciding where I wanted to make my donations, I did a lot of research. While the Red Cross and UN are reputable organizations (the jury may still be out on the UN). I wanted to make sure that ALL the money I donated went STRAIGHT to Haiti, to people already on the ground and able to help. I found a few great places that I am confident in.

Haitian Health Foundation - There are several areas in which you can donate and all of your proceeds will benefit the many citizens of Haiti that need it.

For His Glory Outreach - I first saw this organization mentioned on a report about the orphanages that were devastated. They are an outreach with an orphanage in Haiti (Children of the House of God) so all of the proceeds go directly to their children.

Doctors Without Borders - There are a huge number of volunteers from the organization already in Haiti trying to help. There are several ways you can have your donation spread out.

Craft Hope is also doing a fundraiser where all of the proceeds will go to Doctors Without Borders for relief. This is an awesome group of crafters who have donated goods for free to go to a great cause. You can check out their Etsy shop for all the details and to start shopping!

I took things a little further and actually volunteered to go to Texas and help For His Glory Outreach when they are able to get things together and go to Haiti. I haven't been contacted as of yet but I will keep you updated with details. I would love to actually go to Haiti to help hands on but I don't have my passport yet so I don't think that is possible. :( It just breaks my heart that these children are in such a horrible situation. Hopefully with everyone giving so graciously that this will change sooner than later.