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Who's Helping Out in Chile and How You Can Contribute to Earthquake Relief

Where: Chile
March 1, 2010 at 12:39 PM | by | Comment (1)

Though Chile may have been somewhat prepared for the 8.8 magnitude earthquake that hit off the coast on Saturday, they are still in need of assistance with more than 700 dead and dozens of bridges and buildings collapsed. Here's a look at some organizations that have already gone into action and how you can help out:

· The American Red Cross is pledging $50,000 from its International Response Fund for relief operations. You can donate to the Red Cross online or by calling 1-800-HELP-NOW.

· Habitat for Humanity Chile is already working on developing shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the earthquake. To help, you can donate online or register to become a volunteer for Habitiat for Humanity in the U.S. They frequently send teams around the world to help build housing and shelter for those in need.

More! After the jump...

· Operation USA is helping by sending medical aid to Chile. To help, you can donate miles to Operation USA through United Airlines Charity Miles program online or make a $10 donation by texting REBUILD to 50555.

· The Salvation Army is responding to the earthquake on-the-ground in Chile. You can support these efforts by supporting the Salvation Army's Chile Earthquake Relief Fund, where 100% of all donations will support these relief efforts.

Related Stories:
· Operation USA To Send Emergency Aid To Chile [Operation USA]
· Contributing to Chile, What You Can Do Now [Huffington Post]
· Volunteer Travel Coverage [Jaunted]

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needs more assistance

The massive destruction brought anxiety to many residence as well as the people around the globe. Many people are still willing to give donations and relief and anyone who is looking for some last minute tax breaks can hear some good news: there is a proposed bill before Congress that allows you to deduct charitable donations for earthquake relief to either Haiti or Chile. That said, the donations for the tax deductions have to be made to specific qualified charities before the April 15th deadline. Haiti is growing worse - beyond the million homeless and quarter of a million dead, there is a growing outbreak of cholera and typhoid fever, diseases we cured over a century ago.
Hayleen on March 15, 2010 at 2:16 AM #Permalink

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