The disaster in Japan is an absolute tragedy to human kind. It is terrifying to watch the news coverage and see the devastation. I can't imagine how the people of Japan are feeling right now but they are all in my prayers. Hopefully the damage is limited and the recovery is quick. There is one thing that history shows us and that is the people of Japan have and will continue to bounce back from the most adverse of situations. Here are some links to help. I have always been a big fan of the Red Cross and donating to them in times of tragedy.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=530196605&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">AMERICAN RED CROSS</a>: Emergency Operation Centers are opened in the affected areas and staffed by the chapters. This disaster is on a scale larger than the Japanese Red Cross can typically manage. Donations to the American Red Cross can be allocated for the International Disaster Relief Fund, which then deploys to the region to help.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=530196605&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=30-0108263&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">GLOBALGIVING</a>: Established a fund to disburse donations to organizations providing relief and emergency services to victims of the earthquake and tsunami.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=30-0108263&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=060726487&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">SAVE THE CHILDREN</a>: Mobilizing to provide immediate humanitarian relief in the shape of emergency health care and provision of non-food items and shelter.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=060726487&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=222406433&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">SALVATION ARMY</a>: The Salvation Army has been in Japan since 1895 and is currently providing emergency assistance to those in need.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=222406433&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=061008595&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">AMERICARES</a>: Emergency team is on full alert, mobilizing resources and dispatching an emergency response manager to the region.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=061008595&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/Donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=680051386&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">CONVOY OF HOPE</a>: Disaster Response team established connection with in-country partners who have been impacted by the damage and are identifying the needs and areas where Convoy of Hope may be of the greatest assistance.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/Donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=680051386&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
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INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS</a>: Putting together relief teams, as well as supplies, and are in contact with partners in Japan and other affected countries to assess needs and coordinate our activities.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/Donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=953949646&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/Donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=200471604&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">SHELTER BOX</a>: The first team is mobilizing to head to Japan and begin the response effort.<a href="https://www.networkforgood.org/Donation/MakeDonation.aspx?ORGID2=200471604&source=YAHOO&cmpgn=NEWS">Donate here</a>.
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xxun:
I watched alot of the breaking news the other day, when things like this happen it strengths my desire to one day join Peace Corp, for the simple fact of helping people in need
geekoplex:
I know a few people that have joined the peace corp. They said it was one of the best things they ever did in their lives. Their experiences really changed them for the better and now they have a completely different perspective on life. They are some of the most kind hearted people I know. The world is in desperate need of more people like that.