Band Aids from Amiri Haiti Earthquake Response Fundraiser
Project summary
Just hours after a catastrophic earthquake struck Haiti — killing thousands and displacing up to two million people — Mercy Corps began deploying an experienced, field-tested emergency response team. Upon arriving in Port-au-Prince, we went immediately to work, talking with displaced survivors about what they needed most. We delivered 15 tons of food to the city's biggest hospital. We got clean water flowing again in medical clinics and shattered neighborhoods. We ensured a reliable income for survivors by creating a cash-for-work program, which also began revitalizing failing local economies. Today, our team is working with survivors, local authorities and partner organizations on long-term plans — including job creation — that will help Haiti rebuild better and stronger.
Message from bandaids from amiri:
Please help me raise money for Mercy Corps' response to the Haiti Earthquake. Even though I'm only 4, I saw the devastation on the news and wanted to help immediately! I saw the big owwies and knew that they needed really big band aids, clean water, food and other medical supplies to help them feel better. The other day when I saw a picture from Haiti of a kid with a fresh bandage on his head and a bottle of water, I told my mom: "Hey! That's my band aid on his head! I helped to get that band aid! That's clean water! I helped get that water!" I was so super proud! Thanks to you who have donated so far and to those who've passed on the site! Keep spreading the word! Our goal is now $5,000! So please continue to help in any way you can -- no donation is too small.
Follow the latest updates on Mercy Corps work in Haiti at mercycorps.org/haiti.
Thank you in advance for your contribution!
With love,
Amiri
UPDATE AUGUST 30TH!
Amiri will be having another LEMONAID for Haiti event just in time for back to school! This time he will be quenching thirst while raising money for Haiti at a CD release party! Come out and enjoy live music, lemonade, kids crafts and more!
WHAT: “MANY HANDS” a family benefit concert for Haiti… presented by A Child’s Time To Rock.
WHEN: Saturday, September 11, 2010, 11 am – 12:30 pm
WHERE: Multnomah Arts Center/ 7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219
TICKETS: $10 adults/$7 children in advance/ $12 adults/$8 children at the door.
100% of proceeds from Amiri's LEMONAID for Haiti sales go to benefit Mercy Corps work in Haiti.
Proceeds from CD sales benefit the Haitian People’s Support Project and their long-standing work to help the people of Haiti.
For more info on the Many Hands event:: call 503-293-9498 or visit http://childsrock.com/
Please note: All donations made through this fundraising page will go to Mercy Corps' Haiti Earthquake Recovery Fund. Please report any statements to the contrary on this page to us.
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Recent donations to this page
| Laura | $10 | August 14, 2010 |
| Pamela | $50 | August 02, 2010 |
| Darla | $75 | July 29, 2010 |
Comments from donors
Amiri, you're an amazing inspiration to us all. What a treasure you are. I'm sure the people of Haiti appreciate all that you are doing. Keep going, little man! Darla and Mike Marmon
— Darla, OR
You the man! Scott Weston/Inner Light
— scott, WA
You are awesome Amiri! Way to go!
— Genevieve, OR
You inspire all of us! Great job, Amiri. Ben & Tracy Lawson
— Tracy, OR
You have such a big heart! What a wonderful thing to do. Thank you for being such a giving person in a time of need! Teresa & Andy
— Teresa, OR
Good Job Amiri!
— Mary, OR
Amiri, A good friend and colleague of mine, Mr. Leon Hollins of the Hollins Group, Ltd. has donated $50 for Band Aids from Amiri for Haiti. We are all very, very proud of you. Aunt Sherri
— Sherrilynn, DC
Good job, young man! Keep it up!!
— Owen, MO
Your family and friends are very proud of you. Keep up the good work! Bobbie/Indiana
— Bobbie, IN
Nice work Amiri! Andrea, Randy, Mira & Xavier O'Donnell
— Andrea, OR
Great job Amiri keep up the good work. Dawn Malega
— Dawn, MI
Good job Amiri
— Deana, MT
Way to go Amiri!
— Sarah, OR
Way to "pay it forward," Amiri!
— Gavin, OR
Amiri, you're the best!
— Milena, OR
Amiri, we think you're doing a great job. We're very excited to help you send more band aids for the owwies. P.S. You are so cute! The Hunt Family
— Michelle, WA
Keep up the good work Amiri. Love, Kevin and Laura
— Kevin, OR
Keep up the great work Amiri! I love the monkey & hello kitty band aids! You are a great inspiration!
— kirsten, OR
Now this is what America is about. Go Amiri
— Thomas, OR
Thank you so much for asking us to give! You are a very special person... :)
— Mandi, OR
I've known little Amiri since he was a baby. Amiri is a little Bodhisatva, teaching us all that compassion has no boundaries...and begins when one heart recognizes and connects with another. Bless you Amiri and thank you for your example.
— Carolyn, WA
Amiri, we are so proud of you! Keep up the great work! Love ya! Mario, Dinky, Davyn and Delaney
— Zenda, MI
Way to go Amiri! You are an inspiration to us all. Thanks for everything you are doing to help the people suffering in Haiti. Christina, Bill and Taylor
— Christina, NJ
Thanks for helping us give the Haitian families the supplies they need Amiri! Love, Dave and Lori
— Lori, OR
Amiri, What a wonderful thing you are doing! We are so proud of you! Love, Kristina, Dave and Noah
— kristina, OR
Your story touched my heart Amiri. You're so thoughtful for such a young man. Thank you for inspiring all of us to reach out and help our fellow brothers and sisters in Haiti. Love, Mary Beth
— Mary, WA
Thank you for helping other kids.
— Alicia, CA
Good job, Amiri!
— jeff, MN
Go Amiri! Thank you for reminding us all to open our hearts wide enough to help others. I hope you reach your goal!
— Jodi, VA
Way to go, Amiri! I'm glad I can help you reach your goal of helping children in Haiti.
— Wilma, NY
You got it best friend help is on the way. Wow - that's gonna be a lot of bandaids. love aidric
— Sarah, OR
We heard about your effort through Rebecca Moore and would like to help you further exceed your fundraising goal! Ron and Cristie Mather
— Cristie, OR
Good work, Amiri! You are a wonderful young man!
— Alene, OR
Amiri, thank you for inspiring us to help people in Haiti. We are proud of you!
— Rebecca, OR
Amiri, you are doing a great service in our community in helping our neighbors in this time of great need. Blessings to you always.
— Deborah, OR
Amiri, I am honored to be donating on your behalf. Thank you!
— Sara, OR
Amiri, I am honored to be donating on your behalf. Thank you!
— Sara, OR
Way to go little man! You have gone above and beyond....keep it up buddy!
— Becky, OR
I'm so proud of you Amiri! May your heart always be this open to serve others. I love you! Love Mama.
— Ayana, OR
Amiri, I'm so impressed by your concern and love for the people of Haiti! I found out about your fundraiser through a link on Facebook and wanted to help. (You might know me as Teacher Jessica from G.S.)
— Jessica, OR
Great idea. Also, sign me up for some lemonade!
— Frank, OR
Your parents are truly training you up in the right way. I praise God for you and your parents! Dorie Smith
— LADORA, MI
Amiri - you are proof little angels walk among us relieving suffering and filling the world with Light and Love. Many Blessings on your efforts to care for others. V.Pederson
— Victoria, OR
God bless the people of Haiti and those working on their behalf.
— Sherrilynn, DC
Amiri, I am so impressed with your concern for others. Keep up the good work!
— gabriel, OR
thank you Amiri!
— Monte, OR
thank you Armiri!!
— Cynthia, OR
Your love for helping others is amazing! I am so proud of you! Love, Aunt Nicole
— Nicole, VA
Amiri, I am glad that you are applying what you learned in church. Jesus cares about people also. I am sure these bandaids will help the people of Haiti. I love you, Grandma
— Cassandra, MI
