"Confusion in the Haitian Countryside" →
“In the smaller cities and countryside outside of Port-au-Prince, major obstacles still stand in the way of getting food, water and shelter to those affected by the earthquake.” produced by Rob Harris
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Why Donate to Catholic Relief Services?
You are free to donate to any aid agency you wish. However, we encourage you to donate with us to Catholic Relief Services (CRS) because we understand best how CRS operates out of the many other aid agencies. CRS is efficient, effective, and accountable. CRS is also on the Better Business Bureau’s list of charities providing assistance in Haiti and meets BBB’s standards.
“As part of the universal mission of the Catholic Church, we work with the local, national, and international Catholic institutions and structures, as well as other organizations to assist people on the basis of need, not creed, race, or nationality.”
- Mission Statement, Catholic Relief Services
CRS has been working in Haiti since 1954 and will continue to do with their partner Caritas Haiti. CRS strives to build long-term stability, not just to meet short-term needs. They do this by addressing all aspects of life: physical wellness, intellectual wellness, and spiritual wellness. This has been proven difficult though as about 80% of the Haitian population live in poverty and natural resources are limited.
Learn more about CRS and their emergency response in Haiti here.
