A couple of days ago I was scraping change together to buy a cup of coffee at Caribou, and I was struck by the realization that this change I am scraping together for a cup of coffee is more money than most of the people in Haiti will make in several days. My dollar can feed a family, or feed my caffeine fix…so I skipped the coffee.
The news is filled with around the clock coverage of the disaster in Haiti. An already desperate, poor nation has been ravaged by an earthquake – they are left wondering why…?
I know that the number one reason people are reluctant to give is that they do not know if their dollars are really going to make it to the areas that need it most.
Today, if you are interested in giving – you can feel good about giving to Partners in Health.
Partners in Health has been working in Haiti for 20 years to help increase access to basic human necessities: food, water, and healthcare. I read the book Mountains Beyond Mountains last year about Paul Farmer and his work in Haiti. The story of this organization and the work they have done is amazing and inspiring. Each dollar is carefully placed into the areas and efforts that need it most.
If you are looking for a way to help Haiti – make a donation, in any amount, to PIH.
