Nows our chance to help the situation in Haiti

As you know, Haiti is facing a serious crisis after being struck by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake earlier this week. MILLIONS of people have been affected, and numerous organizations are currently doing what they can to help. We can help as well, by simply sending a text message and donating either 5 or 10 dollars to help fund the relief effort. Read below:

Text the word “ Yele” to 501501 to donate $5
On behalf of the Yéle Foundation, the leading contributor to rebuilding Haiti founded by Wyclef Jean

Text the word “ Haiti” to 85944 to donate $5
On behalf of the Rescue Union Mission and MedCorp International

Text the word “ Haiti” to 25383 to donate $5
On behalf of the Internal Rescue Committee

Text the word “ Haiti” to 90999 to donate $10
On behalf of the Red Cross in the U.S.

Text the word “ Haiti” to 45678 (In Canada Only)
On behalf of the Salvation Army in Canada

Please take ten seconds out of your day to donate, whether it be five or ten dollars. We can all make a difference. Haiti has needed help for a long time, it’s a shame it took such a terrible disaster for most people to realize. Also, do whatever you can to spread the word. For more information on these organizations, please visit the following site:

http://www.selmatimesjournal.com/news/2010/jan/14/text-help-haiti/