Good morning,
My name is Todd Kaderabek and I am the Chairperson of Mission Manna, Inc. Mission Manna is a faith-based organization located in Western North Carolina that provides medical care for malnourished children and continuing health care education for adults in and around the Haitian town of Montrouis.
As many of you are aware, Haiti was hit with a devastating earthquake yesterday and is now in need of humanitarian assistance to a degree above and beyond what we have ever known. I have fielded many questions overnight about how to best assist locally and if a donation to Mission MANNA is an appropriate way to assist in this disaster. The best answer is, no.
We are a long-term aid organization and have appreciated the love and support provided by many in western North Carolina for 10 years now—and we hope that support will continue into the future. That said, now is the time to donate to disaster relief for Haiti and we would suggest the following:
• I have contacted and have confirmed that the most local of these organizations, Samaritan’s Purse, is en route to Haiti. I hope that they will respond in Haiti but again, I do not have confirmation. I would encourage you to contact them directly. [ed note: link to Samaritan’s Purse news release: http://www.mountainx.com/news/2010/how_can_ashevilleans_help_haiti_after_its_devastating_earthquake ]
• Non-locally, we would suggest supporting UNICEF, Hands on Disaster Response, the International Red Cross and/or AmeriCares.
• There are countless other relief organizations working in Haiti so if you have a favorite, please consider a contribution.
The bottom line is this: Haiti needs your help. Please, consider Haiti.
Todd J. Kaderabek
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Now confirmed that Samaritan’s Purse is en route to Haiti. TJK |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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URL for UNICEF donations for Haiti: http://www.unicefusa.org/news/releases/unicef-urgently-appeals-for.html |
Jan 13, 2010 at 6:06 AM |
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Also Food For the Poor. https://secure3.convio.net/ffp/site/Donation2?df_id=6280&6280;.donation=form1 |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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RT @SamaritansPurse: Currently loading a DC3 plane with emergency relief items for #Haiti. DC3 will be in the air by 1PM. Have an impact: http://bit.ly/5m4bCh |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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Also Hopital Albert Schweitzer, with whom we’ve worked. Please help if you can by giving to HAS’s earthquake relief in #Haiti. This is a time of great need. http://www.hashaiti.org/C1a_w1.html |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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Link for Hands On Disaster Response: http://www.hodr.org |
David Jan 13, 2010 |
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Also Partners In Health. https://donate.pih.org/page/contribute/haiti_earthquake?source=earthquake&subsource=twitter |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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Here is a list of agencies (non-locally) that plan to provide relief to Haiti posted in the NY Times: http://thelede.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/13/haiti-disaster-relief-how-to-contribute |
Jan 13, 2010 at 8:27 AM |
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Great list and one is actually local (Samaritan’s Purse in Boone). I’ve also inquired with Hopital Albert Schweitzer if it would be useful if we sent our medical staff. |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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Text “HAITI"to “90999” and a donation of $10 will be given to the RedCross to help with relief efforts. |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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@Edgymama tweeted: RT @pattidigh: CEO of local Red Cross re Haiti: issuing daily news releases as info avail…. stay informed http://bit.ly/1jAeRD |
Jan 13, 2010 at 9:33 AM |
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Here’s a release from the WNC region Red Cross on its efforts: From a release this morning by the Red Cross, WNC region: The national organization of the American Red Cross is pledging an initial $200,000 to assist communities impacted by the devastating earthquake in Haiti, and is prepared to take further action as local responders assess the situation, according to Patrick Fitzsimmons, regional executive of the Red Cross in Western North Carolina. The American Red Cross is accepting monetary donations to support earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. Potential donors wishing to support this disaster may designate their gift to AP 2885 Haiti Relief and Development. |
Jan 13, 2010 at 9:39 AM |
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via Twitter: RT @Subtleyoga: AMURT team at Greenlife all day collecting funds for Haiti - more than 3 million people need help. |
Jan 13, 2010 at 9:45 AM |
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a lady from ecoloe blue just said on a radio show they would offer their gigantic atmospheric water generator that is not in use if someone had a way to get it to haiti. 1800 691 6043 ask for tracy! that would be a huge help if anyone in asheville had any way of doing that. |
annica2 Jan 13, 2010 |
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via Twitter: RT @naturallysteph: Please consider this. RT @oxfam Help now by donating to our Haiti Earthquake Response Fund http://bit.ly/7TGNSe #avlnews |
Jan 13, 2010 at 11:36 AM |
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Via Twitter, and retweeted by Mission Manna: RT @alanna_shaikh: An experienced aid worker tells you where to give to help Haiti http://tinyurl.com/yd8mu93 Bingo. and at 2:30pm: RT @SamaritansPurse http://www.bit.ly/5m4bCh. DC-3 plane full of #earthquake relief & personnel is in the air! Scheduled to land in #Haiti at 5:15. |
Jan 13, 2010 at 11:39 AM |
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Annica, I’d suggest contacting Samaritan’s Purse. They fly DC3 aircraft to Haiti and I’m sure you use/take it. Thanks, TJK |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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Via Twitter, from @rsulock: Direct link to donate to Doctors Without Borders in Haiti http://bit.ly/4rT3ec #haiti |
Jan 13, 2010 at 11:55 AM |
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I would very much like to know that my fellow Ashevillians are helping Haiti. I have relatives there and have not heard yet if they are alive. I ask you all, if you can spare a dollar, every bit would help. I am in contact with my cousin in New Jersey whose trying to contact our family in Haiti. Thank you for your support. |
Jan 13, 2010 |
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I guess an earthquake’s devastation will move people more than hundreds of years of fallout from colonialism and slavery. i know, how about ‘root causes’? |
Jan 14, 2010 at 9:20 PM |
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Make a difference this morning. Instead of buying a coffee, brew your own and text “HAITI” to 90999 ($10 to Red Cross) while you wait. Do it. |
TJKTJK Jan 14, 2010 |
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MommaT52, If you give me names and neighborhoods (addresses) I can reach out on Twitter. TJK |
Jan 14, 2010 |
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Hearts Hands and Hope (Blowing Rock) is heading to Haiti, according to the Mountain Times. http://www2.mountaintimes.com/community/Blowing_Rock_group_Haiti-bound_id_000695 |
Jan 14, 2010 at 7:52 AM |
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Here’s a new release from our local branch of the Red Cross about what people can do from here: News Release CONTACT: Phaedra Call, Communications Specialist – 828-258-3888 ext. 203 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) |
Jan 14, 2010 at 9:12 AM |
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The only thing Haiti needs is our prayers—only God can heal their country. Extend your love and share your heart to the good people in your thoughts. |
J. Patrick Robbinson Jan 14, 2010 |
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Harris Teeter sent a news release today about one way it will help raise funds for relief in Haiti: Harris Teeter gives the community an easy way to lend a hand to the victims of the Earthquake in Haiti Charlotte, NC - Harris Teeter stores are proud to join the countless volunteers and staff that help the American Red Cross provide relief in the midst of a crisis. Starting on Friday, January 15, 2010 through the 31st of January, all Harris Teeter stores will be selling $1 and $5 Haiti Earthquake Relief Cards to give customers an opportunity to lend a hand to those struggling in the aftermath of the January 12th earthquake in Haiti. Harris Teeter will also be making a $25,000 donation to the effort and all money raised by donation card sales will go directly to the American Red Cross International Response Fund. The fund will support the affected national societies by providing relief supplies, emergency response units, personnel and support for long-term reconstruction. “When disaster strikes our customers and associates want to lend their support and make a difference,” said Fred Morganthall, President of Harris Teeter. “The Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund will be an easy way for customers to make a donation the next time they are in our stores,” added Morganthall. How can customers donate? Haiti Earthquake Relief Cards will be placed at every cash register; when customers check-out, they can simply pick-up either the $1 or $5 card and tell their cashier they would like to make a donation. The card will be scanned and added to the grocery total. Customers can buy as many cards as they would like. “For an international response, a monetary gift is the best way to help those in need. You can help the victims of countless crises around the world each year by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross International Response Fund, which will provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need. The American Red Cross honors donor intent,” said Kate Meier, American Red Cross, Greater Carolinas Chapter Harris Teeter is committed to the communities where its customers and associates live and work. The company will continue to give customers the opportunity to donate to organizations that make a difference in the lives of their friends, colleagues and communities around the world. Harris Teeter appreciates the support of its media partners in all of its marketing areas including WBTV in Charlotte, WECT in Wilmington, WTVD in Raleigh, WGHP in Greensboro and WCSC in Charleston. |
Jan 14, 2010 at 3:53 PM |
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The only thing Haiti needs is our prayers Call me crazy but I think they may need some medicine and water as well. |
Jan 15, 2010 at 6:40 AM |
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Prayers? Are you kidding me? They need real help. If there is a god why did it let this happen in the first place? |
Jan 15, 2010 |
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The Morning Glory cafe in Black Mountain is donating 20% of income on Saturday, Jan 16th. They serve a locally focused breakfast, lunch, and dinner. http://www.themorningglorycafe.com |
mado Jan 15, 2010 |
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Rosetta’s Kitchen will be donating all money from our Cauldron Soup Sunday Nights on January 17 & 24, along with dry food to earthquake relief in Haiti via Herbs for Orphans, which provides whole food and herbal supplements to an orphanage for HIV positive children in Haiti. Herbs for Orphans will also be setting up an emergency clinic to serve earthquake victims. Rosetta’s Kitchen |
rosettas kitchen Jan 15, 2010 |
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The Salvation Army has always been a stalwart resource in these times and their ministry and response in Haiti has been astonishing beginning in 1950. http://www.salvationarmy.org/ihq/www_sa.nsf/vw-news/219A7C4B2FA83EC8802576AC005C97C2?opendocument |
Jan 16, 2010 at 9:45 AM |
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The Salvation Army has always been a stalwart resource in these times and their ministry and response in Haiti has been astonishing beginning in 1950. Yes. They have done such a good job making Haiti a safe, comfortable place. What those heathens need is the Gospel! |
Jan 16, 2010 at 12:20 PM |
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pfftshtpf ... keep your change in your pocket. |
Jan 16, 2010 at 5:13 PM |
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Come on now, this is about pulling together to help, not bickering. |
TJKTJK Jan 16, 2010 |
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i certainly wont give it to a bunch of prosthelytizing scam artists who use disasters like this as an opportunity to make money for upper management. |
Jan 16, 2010 at 6:42 PM |
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Then give to Partners In Health. |
TJKTJK Jan 16, 2010 |
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The Salvation Army has a long and wonderful history of helping anybody in need regardless of their circumstances. The idea of calling these compassionate workers scam artists is absurd beyond reason. Anybody who has worked with these people know the great work they do in very trying circumstances. You should be ashamed of your bigoted hatred for Christian missionaries and disaster outreach ministries. However, as I stated, keep your change in your pocket. Your contribution was covered anonymously. |
Jan 17, 2010 at 8:35 AM |
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Trav, you should know that any religious involvement taints the whole thing. They can do no good. Right Kippy? |
Jan 21, 2010 |
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Thats because they think religion is evil ... wait, evil ... thats a religious concept |
Jan 21, 2010 at 3:33 PM |