GW Hillel

GW Hillel’s Response to the Haiti Earthquake Disaster

*GW Hillel will be hosting a Haiti Relief Lunch on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 from 12:30-1:30pm at GW Hillel.  RSVP requested

In response to the recent catastrophic earthquake on January 12 in Haiti, people around the world are mobilizing and finding ways to provide relief efforts.  Here at GW Hillel, we have received inquiries about how students and community members can participate in tikkun olam, repairing the world, with regard to the Haiti relief efforts.  At this time, we are told the most helpful relief we can provide is in financial contributions. While any giving is much appreciated, the following are several organizations GW Hillel recommends:

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund
*Note: 100% of all donations received through this site will go directly to Haiti relief.

Doctors Without Borders in Haiti

American Jewish World Service Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund

For the most recent updates for GW Hillel relief efforts, please continue to check our website  or email Jamie Silverstein, Director of Engagement.

**Please use caution when donating to any Haiti relief organization as there have been reports of fraudulent solicitations.