On the afternoon of Monday, May 12, 2008, a massive earthquake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter Scale, rocked China. The epicenter was Wenchuan County, Sichuan, northwest of Chengdu. They are currently fearing that death tolls could reach up to 50,000 people - many of them, children. Below are 2 wonderful organizations that are taking donations to help the children and orphanages of China.Half the Sky Foundation:
In cooperation with China's Ministry of Civil Affairs, the ministry responsible for disaster relief in China, Half the Sky has created the HTS CHILDREN'S EARTHQUAKE FUND. Your donations to the fund will be used to provide emergency and long-term relief to children in Sichuan and Chongqing affected by the quake. If you wish to make a gift, please visit our quake relief donation site at Global Giving or, if you prefer, donate directly through Half the Sky's earthquake donation page. Either way, we can promise that your gift will reach the children who urgently need help.
http://www.halfthesky.org
Update: You may also use Global Giving's website for Half the Sky.
http://www.globalgiving.com/pr/2100/proj2086a.html
Love Without Boundaries:
Earthquake Aid: A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Sichuan Province, China. Our heartfelt condolences are sent for lives lost and damage incurred as a result of this disaster. While we know there was great devastation and we are seeking further information from our China staff, we will not know the extent of the damage for a period of time. All of us at LWB are very concerned for the safety and well-being of all affected by this disaster. We are currently working on assessing the situation as it relates to the children in LWB programs and those orphanages impacted. We are starting an Earthquake Relief Fund to be able to provide immediate assistance.
http://www.lovewithoutboundaries.com
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