Monday, January 18, 2010

Haiti Earthquake: Relief Update #7

This weekend, special Red Cross teams trained in search and rescue were able to save 40 people from a collapsed supermarket, including a small child, after 26 hours continuous efforts. Please remain hopeful for the people of Haiti. View More Photos

Without a doubt, this is a massive urban disaster of unprecedented proportions, and we know that this is going to be a costly long-term recovery operation.

As of January 17, we have raised more than $103 million for relief efforts. If you have not had a opportunity to help yet or if you would like to do more, here's how you can make a difference in the lives of the Haiti people:
  • 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
  • 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish)
  • Make a secure donation online at www.redcrossdallas.org/haiti
  • Mail: American Red Cross P.O. Box 37243, Washington, D.C. 20013 or American Red Cross-Dallas Area Chapter, 4800 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75235.
  • Text “Haiti” to 90999 to send a $10 donation to the Red Cross. 100% of donations will support the Red Cross.
  • Drop off donations at any of these authorized Red Cross collections sites: Kroger, Lowe's, Starbucks or Tom Thumb Stores.
  • WFAA will be conducting a phone bank on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during their 5pm and 6pm newscasts. Red Cross volunteers will be on hand to accept donations from viewers.

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