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John Stephens's Haiti Response Fundraiser

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John Stephens raised $1,950 for Haiti Earthquake Recovery

$1,950
 of $2,000
 

Hello Everyone

Many of you are watching the unfolding scenes of horror and desperation in Haiti. Many of you have asked me how to best help. As someone who has been on the ground with Mercy Corps for two major disasters, the Indian tsunami and the South Asia earthquake, I can tell you that what's needed most right now is immediate assistance--and the quickest and most efficient way to deliver that assistance is by donating to relief agencies like Mercy Corps. Of course you won't be surprised to learn that I'm a huge fan of Mercy Corps' work--because I've seen it, and done it first-hand. We stretch your dollar incredibly far by working with local partners who have on the ground experience and leveraging our agency's 30-year history of emergency interventions to provide desperate communities with the resources they need to survive and then thrive.
Please take a moment and consider contributing to our Haiti response. Our team is landing in Haiti as you read this, and your donated dollars will ensure they are able to hit the ground running to bring desperately needed relief to the most vulnerable of those affected.

Thanks Everyone, your generosity is nothing short of amazing! John

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince Tuesday afternoon, collapsing buildings, including at least one hospital. Tens of thousands are feared dead in the largest quake to strike the impoverished Caribbean nation in 200 years. Power is out, telecommunications are spotty and food and water are reportedly growing scarce.

Follow the latest updates at mercycorps.org/haiti.

Thank you!

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Recent donations to this page

Julie in USA

February 12, 2010

$50

“Sorry we didn't get this done sooner, but we know the need is ongoing.”

John in USA

February 4, 2010

$40

Sharon in USA

February 1, 2010

$100

ANGELA in USA

January 22, 2010

$20

“Your dedication is inspiring John. Keep up the good work!”

Susan in USA

January 19, 2010

$50

“Hi John, So glad you're here to help! Thanks for all you do. Love, Susie and Family”

Zhe in USA

January 19, 2010

$50

“Thanks for doing the great work. Stay safe in Haiti.”

Donna in USA

January 18, 2010

$50

“Thanks for caring...Love, Aunty Donna”

Nicole in USA

January 17, 2010

$40

“Thank you for your work, Mercy Corps.”

Eldon in USA

January 16, 2010

$300

“Hi, John... The $100 is from us jointly, the $300 from me. Love... Eldon”

Loretta in USA

January 16, 2010

$200

Susan in USA

January 15, 2010

$25

“Good work, good man. Thank you, John. Our best hopes are with Mercy Corps and all the other relief efforts.”

Tom in USA

January 15, 2010

$200

Scott in USA

January 15, 2010

$25

“Keep it up, John.”

Anne in USA

January 15, 2010

$25

“Keep up the good works, Juanito.”

Linda in USA

January 15, 2010

$100

“Thanks John for all your work!”

An in USA

January 15, 2010

$25

“This probably won't get me off the hook for that time, but I'm trying.”

Victoria in USA

January 15, 2010

$100

“Thanks for your work, John. -- Vicki and Duncan McLean”

Todd in USA

January 15, 2010

$100

“Here's a little, John. Any chance you'll be visiting Delhi in the near future?”

Mana in USA

January 14, 2010

$30

Claudia in USA

January 14, 2010

$50

Carole in USA

January 14, 2010

$10

“Thanks for putting this up, John!”

Rebecca in USA

January 14, 2010

$30

“Thanks for doing such important work, John. I'm happy to donate and feel secure in knowing the money will go directly where it needs to be.”

Heather in USA

January 14, 2010

$20

Brian in USA

January 14, 2010

$100

“Thank you for letting us know how we can help, John.”

Pandora in USA

January 14, 2010

$10

“Thanks for all you do, John. I've donated a little in a couple other places, and now I'm glad you've made it easy to contribute to the good that Mercy Corps does, too. Peace and love, Pandora”

About John Stephens
Portland, Oregon

I strongly believe in the lasting impact of Mercy Corps' work. Our programs are designed to not only address immediate needs, but to restoring dignity and hope in those who have suffered enormous tragedy.

John Stephens’ campaigns

John Stephens is our 100th most successful personal fundraiser for Haiti Earthquake Recovery.

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Project summary

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.