Solar Power Stars in Haiti Relief Efforts | Not Quite Conversation | Fast Company

Solar Power Stars in Haiti Relief Efforts | Not Quite Conversation | Fast Company: "One of the biggest efforts comes from solar lighting company Sol, which is donating $300,000 along with solar lighting systems that will allow food distribution centers and hospitals to operate after dark. Getting the hefty systems to Haiti won't be easy. Sol is depending on help from other relief organizations as well as a 44-foot catamaran that will deliver supplies and provide logistical help once it is docked in Haiti. This isn't the first time Sol has donated equipment to a disaster effort. The company has previously assisted in Hurricane Katrina, the 2007 Peruvian earthquake, and Hurricane Rita recovery programs."

Haitians struggling to survive, charity reports

Haitians struggling to survive, charity reports: "According to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), many Haitians are hungry and thirsty, leading some to loot destroyed buildings for supplies."

Donations to Aid Haiti Exceed $275-Million, Chronicle Tally Finds - Philanthropy.com

Donations to Aid Haiti Exceed $275-Million, Chronicle Tally Finds - Philanthropy.com: "Contributions continue to pour in for relief efforts in Haiti. Seven days after the massive earthquake struck, donors have contributed more than $275-million to 29 U.S. nonprofit groups, a Chronicle tally finds."

Technology playing a key role in Haiti relief

Technology playing a key role in Haiti relief: "Online maps, mobile phone donations, wikis and a slew of websites are being deployed as telecoms firms, technology giants and startups set aside their rivalries and put the latest tools to work to help earthquake-ravaged Haiti.

'Technology is playing a key role in mobilising support for the victims of the Haiti earthquake and also in coordinating relief efforts,' said Akhtar Badshah, Microsoft's senior director of global community affairs."

Relief Efforts in Haiti Slowly Take Hold | Americas | English

Relief Efforts in Haiti Slowly Take Hold | Americas | English: "Aid workers in Haiti say earthquake relief efforts are starting to make an impact in Port-au-Prince. But frustration is mounting among Haitians who say they still have no access to food, water and medical treatment."

Students return from Haiti in earthquake's aftermath on CollegiateTimes.com

Students return from Haiti in earthquake's aftermath on CollegiateTimes.com: "Virginia Tech freshman Nadia Tuck and the rest of her ministry group went to Haiti expecting to aid a country riddled with violence. Instead, they found themselves rocked by a devastating earthquake."

Americans Raise Record $150 Million for Haiti - The Wealth Report - WSJ

Americans Raise Record $150 Million for Haiti - The Wealth Report - WSJ: "American donors raised more than $150 million in four days for the Haiti relief efforts – a record for post-disaster fundraising.

According to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, the Haiti funds top the $108 million raised in the four days immediately after Hurrican Katrina, and the $30 million raised in the days after the 2004 Asian Tsunami."

haiti earthquake appeal - ammado

haiti earthquake appeal - ammado: "About the Community
At 16.53 on Tuesday, the worst earthquake in two centuries hit south of Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince. Registering at 7.0, the disaster is being described as 'a catastrophe of major proportions'. Damaged communications make it difficult to estimate the extent of the damage; the International Federation of Red Cross estimates up to 3 million people have been affected."

A Statement from Kathy Cloninger, Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of the USA, on the Earthquake in Haiti

A Statement from Kathy Cloninger, Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of the USA, on the Earthquake in Haiti: "In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the National Board suspended the policy that prohibits Girl Scouts from raising money for other organizations. We are working with the Executive Committee of the board to suspend this policy once again. We will keep you informed of any action. In the meantime, all Girl Scouts councils should work though their local community groups to assist in relief efforts."

Haiti Earthquake: Orphans, Crisis Mapping, and Tech Volunteers - Beth's Blog: How Nonprofit Organizations Can Use Social Media to Power Social Networks for Change

Haiti Earthquake: Orphans, Crisis Mapping, and Tech Volunteers - Beth's Blog: How Nonprofit Organizations Can Use Social Media to Power Social Networks for Change: "'ve had some posts in pipeline following up on social media metrics and the Chase Community Giving Contest second phase, but wanted to share these two stories from Haiti from on the ground and a bird's eye view. The story has shifted from how technology is disrupting the amazing success of text giving campaigns to the role social media is playing in the relief efforts."

The 4636 SMS Shortcode for Reporting in Haiti – The Ushahidi Blog

Thanks to Beth Kanter for the Heads up

The 4636 SMS Shortcode for Reporting in Haiti – The Ushahidi Blog: "Yesterday, with the help of dozens of people from multiple organizations, we launched an SMS short code in Haiti!

If you are in Haiti, report emergency info and location by texting 4636.

Subscribers on the DigiCel network in Haiti can now report incidents by sending text messages free of charge to 4636. The shortcode makes it even faster and easier for eyewitnesses to report developments on the ground."

CNN.com - Transcripts

CNN.com - Transcripts: "Now, in terms of donating money and these ways, Andrew Watt is the chief programming officer at the association of fundraising professionals. Andrew joins me, now, live from Washington.

Andrew, the new ways of raising money, what do they tell us about this dichotomy that is going on?"

Daily Kos: Helping the Victims of the Haiti Earthquake -- Day 5 with bonus $10K Matching Funds

Daily Kos: Helping the Victims of the Haiti Earthquake -- Day 5 with bonus $10K Matching Funds: "This is the seventh diary on the earthquake disaster in Haiti. The first diary was by Dallasdoc, the second by cosmic debris, the third by Norbrook, the fourth by betson08, the fifth by ALifeLessFrightening, and the seventh by swampus. The idea is to keep resources visible and easily available for those wishing to donate to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti."

Rumson school raises $18G for Haiti; Asbury Park groups plan Monday event | APP.com | Asbury Park Press

Rumson school raises $18G for Haiti; Asbury Park groups plan Monday event | APP.com | Asbury Park Press: "Students at Holy Cross School in Rumson raised more than $18,000 toward the relief effort in Haiti in one fell swoop of goodwill Friday.

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Ghana News :: Digital fundraising still pushing Haiti relief ::: Breaking News | News in Ghana | technology

Ghana News :: Digital fundraising still pushing Haiti relief ::: Breaking News | News in Ghana | technology: "The campaign, made viral on networking sites like Twitter and Facebook, had raised $8 million by Friday, according to a Twitter message from the White House that was reposted on the Red Cross account."

BBC News - Charities given Haiti funds boost

BBC News - Charities given Haiti funds boost: "Scottish charities are to be given £250,000 in government money to support their efforts to help victims of the earthquake in Haiti."

Helping Haiti: How to Make a Difference While You’re Out and About - Capital Comment Blog (washingtonian.com)

Helping Haiti: How to Make a Difference While You’re Out and About - Capital Comment Blog (washingtonian.com): "The International Red Cross estimates that more than 3 million people in Haiti—one of the poorest nations in the world—have been affected by a devastating earthquake that hit Tuesday. Washington restaurants, bars, businesses, and organizations are doing their part to help. Here’s our list of relief efforts you can join."

Australians give generously to Haiti earthquake appeals | News.com.au

Australians give generously to Haiti earthquake appeals | News.com.au: "AUSTRALIANS have been quick to donate generously to appeals for help for victims of earthquake-ravaged Haiti, with money providing clean water and shelter.

World Vision Australia said people had shown 'amazing compassion', with their Haiti appeal so far raising more than $725,000, which is on par with donations received after the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami."

Gisele gives $1.5m to Haiti relief effort - The Boston Globe

Gisele gives $1.5m to Haiti relief effort - The Boston Globe: "The benevolent Gisele Bundchen yesterday wrote a $1.5 million check to the Red Cross to aid the relief effort in Haiti, according to a source close to the supermodel. We’re told Tom Brady’s wife was prompted to pitch in after seeing the devastation done by this week’s earthquake. Bundchen is one of several celebs who’ve been stirred to action by the catastrophic images broadcast on TV. The leggy supermodel, who’s traveled all over the world, can certainly afford such largesse considering she earned a reported $35 million last year."

"Disaster Relief in the Digital Age
January 15, 2010 at 12:02 PM by Knowledge Leadership

All eyes are on Haiti this week, and before anything, we must say that the thoughts and prayers of the entire Cone family go out to the people of Haiti. As nonprofit organizations and government agencies quickly deploy their emergency resources to come to Haiti’s aid in the aftermath of this tragedy, American citizens are just as quickly responding through their own channels – digitally."