We are all aware of the earthquake which devastated Haiti on January 13th this year.
The Countess of Chester Radiology Department is trying to raise enough funds to send a Shelter Box (www.shelterbox.org) to help the survivors of this earthquake.
Each box contains a sturdy 10 man tent, cooking equipment (including stove and pans etc) basic tools, blankets, ground sheets and water purification and storage equipment. These boxes are life changing for survivors, each one can house an extended family (of about 10 people) and gives them dignity and practical help and support.
So far, with cake & cookie sales and general donations we have raised £270, to raise the final £220 we need to pay for a complete box we are holding a Green Day. Any member of staff who donates at least £2 can then wear something green (as much or as little as they want) to represent the Shelter Box and show their support for the earthquake survivors.
We will also be holding a raffle, with various prizes, including wine, candles and crystal glasses. We also have a Just Giving page http://www.justgiving.com/CountessofChesterRadiologyShelterBox4Haiti where you can either donate online or just watch the total creep closer to our target of £490
Jenny
Thanks for spreading the word Lisa!
No worries, my son’s class is having a toy and cake sale and I think they will try to raise enough to get a Shelter Box. They are a great idea, and it looks from the website that most of the money goes to the right place.
Having lived through a number of hurricanes, the reality is that not only are these folks suffering now, but they will be suffering for many years to come.It will take years and an enormous amount of funds to rebuild the infrastructure, not to mention building dwellings, schools, and stores. One can only hope that the internatinal community continues to supprt the people in Haiti. Then, one can only hope that they will have leadership that supports the people of Haiti.