The Canadian government has pledged to match all donations to these charities for Haiti earthquake relief efforts until the end of the day today, Feb. 12. Consider making a donation today, Friday, to beat the deadline and double its value:
Canadian Red Cross
An international association founded in 1859 with the mandate of providing care to people wounded in war and violence.
1-800-418-1111
Doctors Without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontieres
International volunteer force of health-care workers. Currently administering medical services in Port-au-Prince out of a makeshift hospital, “New Carrefour Hospital,” using two school buildings. Say their greatest need right now is resources for post-operative care.
Read a list of doctor’s “field blogs,” updated from Haiti and around the world on their website.
www.msf.ca
416-964-0619
Oxfam
An international charity operating in Canada since 1963. Seeks to address the root causes of poverty and injustice through community development and education.
www.oxfam.ca
1-800-466-9326
CARE Canada
First began working in Haiti in 1954 following Hurricane Hazel. Has a two-phase, long-term plan for continuing to contribute to Haiti’s rebuilding efforts in the coming years.
1-800-267-5232
World Vision Canada
In Haiti for past 30 years. Currently working to distribute emergency kits including tarps, blankets, soap, towels, personal hygiene items and cooking utensils. Kits cost $55 per family.
1-800-844-7993