Two years ago, on January 12th, a powerful
earthquake hit Haiti. The quake left approximately 3 million people in need of
emergency aid and destroyed or damaged more than 300,000 homes. Americans
responded generously to this disaster. So generously, in fact, that one poll reported
that half of American households had donated to Haiti relief efforts.
At the time of the
earthquake Charity Navigator’s staff compiled a list of tips
and charities responding to help Americans be generous and smart about
their giving. A year later, we published a special
report that took at look at how
the money was spent and included the results
of a donor survey, a roundtable
discussion with leaders of charities that responded and a list of relevant facts
& figures.
As we now approach the two year anniversary of the quake, The
Chronicle of Philanthropy, is reporting that “Most
Money Raised for Haiti Recovery Has Been Spent, but Needs Continue.” Their
survey of 60 charities shows that together they raised $2.1 billion. And 15 of
53 that provided details said that they’ve spent all the money already or they
had less than $200k left. But by most accounts, the need is still great in
Haiti and many are seeking additional funding to continue their work.
So if you gave initially in 2010 right after the earthquake,
then now is a good time to check back in with the charity. Find out what the
charity been able to accomplish. If you like what you hear and the charity says
it has ongoing needs, then consider making a follow-up donation to support hose
ongoing efforts.
Photo: Global Aid Network distributes aid in a Haitian IDP camp.
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