How do I donate money to Haiti?

The best way to help the people of haiti is to donate money, Cash donations is the fastest way for you to make an impact to the 1 million people displaced by the 7.0 earthquake that happened on January 12th.

Most charities prefer a cash donation rather than clothing, food or other supplies.

“The problem with giving in-kind gifts is that, while it might be a gift of convenience if you don’t have the cash, these things have to be sorted and transported,” said Bennett Weiner, chief operating officer of the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.

American Red Cross – The ARC is sending tarps, hygiene items and cooking sets for approximately 5,000 families and is helping the injured who may need blood. Thousands of local Red Cross volunteers are already aiding their fellow Haitians and ARC Disaster management specialists are scheduled to be on the ground soon.

Americares - Sending $5 million of medical aid to survivors including antibiotics, pain relievers, bandages and medical supplies for survivors with trauma injuries.

CARE - Deploying emergency team members to Port-au-Prince and will be distributing food. Over 100 staff members on the ground coordinating with U.N. agencies.

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Your money will get there, but it may take longer than you think.

“In general, what happens is the carriers hold the money and then forward the contribution on to the charity after you pay your bill. It can be as many as 90 days before the charity actually sees the money. But for this crisis, some carriers are forwarding 100% right away, some are forwarding 80% and withholding the other 20% until the charges clear,” Miniutti said.

If you want your money directed to the cause immediately, call your wireless carrier and ask when the donation will be made, or make the donation directly online or by phone.

f you are interested in learning more about giving donation to Haiti the best way would be to go to google news and in the search are type in the Phrase “How to donate money to Haiti.” This will bring up several articles on how to give money, places to give money to and what scams to look out for.