I have created a list of organizations that are aiding Japan after the tragic crises. Sometimes after these types of incidents the hardest thing to do is to figure out how to help or what charities to donate to. Although it is important to donate, I believe it is also our responsibility to spread word about the tragedy and work to mobilize our community to help with relief efforts.
Want to help with relief efforts for Japan?
Your donations are needed!
AmeriCares: AmeriCares, a nonprofit global health and disaster relief organization that delivers medical assistance, is on the ground in Japan assessing the health and medical needs of survivors, says spokeswoman Courtney Ellison. Since its founding in 1982, AmeriCares has distributed more than $10 billion in aid to 147 countries. To make a donation, go to Donate Here or call 1-800-486-HELP.
The American Red Cros: The American Red Cross is collecting text donations, according to Renee Kelly, an American Red Cross spokeswoman. To contribute, send a text with REDCROSS to 90999 and $10 will be donated to the relief efforts. Donate Here
U.S. Fund for UNICEF: The organization is raising funds to help children in Japan impacted by the recent earthquake and tsunami. These may include health, development, protection and other needs that may have been compromised or disrupted in the wake of the catastrophe. To donate, text JAPAN to 864233 to donate $10 or visit Donate Here
World Visions: World Vision plans to distribute relief supplies to meet the daily needs of quake and tsunami survivors. They will also be focusing their efforts on responding to the emotional needs of children, who are the most impacted after such a traumatic event. Donate Here
GlobalGiving: This Washington, D.C.-based group has launched the Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund. According to the organization’s website it will disburse donations to groups providing relief and emergency services to victims of the earthquake and tsunami. GlobalGiving is working with International Medical Corps, Save the Children, and other organizations. Donate Here
Save the Children: Save the Children says it is mobilizing global resources to respond to the needs of children and families affected by the earthquake and its aftermath. Donate Here
ShelterBox: According to the organization’s website, Shelterbox is an organization that goes into areas of the world affected by disaster with large green boxes that contain shelters and the materials needed for people to restart their lives on some level. Donate Here
Convoy of Hope: Convoy of Hope, a global relief organization based in Washington, D.C., is accepting online donations. You can also text TSUNAMI to 50555 to donate $10 to the group’s disaster response efforts.Donate Here
International Medical Corps: International Medical Corps is mobilizing relief teams and supplies to respond to the tsunami and earthquake in Japan. Text MED to 80888 to donate $10 or Donate Here
Salvation Army: The Salvation Army has been in Japan since 1895 and is currently providing emergency assistance to those in need. Donate Here
Doctors Without Borders/MSF: MSF has sent medical teams to support the government-led earthquake and tsunami response in Japan. Teams are running mobile clinics and conducting needs assessments, which will determine the full scope of MSF's response. Donate Here
JEN (Japan Emergency NGOs): Puts their efforts into restoring a self-supporting livelihood both economically and mentally to those people who have been stricken with hardship due to conflicts and disasters. They utilize local human and material resources, considering this the most promising way to revitalize a society. Donate Here
Second Harvest Japan: Distributes food to soup kitchens, orphanages, emergency shelters, the elderly, single mothers, the homeless, migrant workers, and many others in need. Donate Here
Peace Winds Japan (PWJ): An organization dedicated to the support of people in distress, threatened by conflict, poverty, or other turmoil. The U.S. partner for Peace Winds Japan is Mercy Corps, and the two organizations previously collaborated after hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. Donate Here
Jewish Federation & Family Services: Accepting donations to help the victims and their families. You can donate online or donate by calling 949-435-3484. Donate Here
Are you looking for family members or loved ones in Japan?
Google has launched a people-finder service to assist in locating loved ones, and has also unveiled a page called Crisis Response listing donation information as well as phone numbers and websites with the newest information on the catastrophe.
Ways To Get Involved Locally
The International Student Program at Saddleback College
Currently working on putting together a charity campaign for Japan's earthquake and tsunami victims. They are planning to have tables set out so the Saddleback community can make donations to a relief organization. They will also be making origami cranes to give those who donate. Please email sc-iso@saddleback.edu if you would like to be involved.
Japan Earthquake Benefit Concert
Sunday, April 3rd
5:00pm-8:00pm
Barclay Theater
4242 Campus Drive, Irvine CA
Do you have ideas on how to fundraise for Japan?
Are you doing something to help in your community or on your campus?
E-mail mfenerci1@saddleback.edu to stay involved and to share ideas!
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