notes: CAMP CLUSTER WEBSITE: http://groups.google.com/group/cccmhaiti ============================================== http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> CAMP CLUSTER WEBSITE: http://groups.google.com/group/cccmhaiti ============================================== http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. =============== Habitat for Humanity Haiti http://www.habitat.org/intl/lac/89.aspx HFH Haiti #106 Louverture & Clerveaux Pétion-Ville Haiti Phone: (305) 515-8417 www.habitathaiti.org http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Text "Habitat" to 25383 to make a $10 donation to Habitat's recovery efforts. The donation amount will be added to your phone bill.

name: Habitat For Humanity - HFH (SHELTER CLUSTER) - (2010 Haiti Earthquake Response) -> Habitat For Humanity - HFH (SHELTER/CAMP CLUSTER) - (2010 Haiti Earthquake Response)
address: Operational Headquarters Habitat for Humanity International 121 Habitat Street Americus, GA 31709-3498 USA 1-800-422-4828 Administrative Headquarters Habitat for Humanity International 270 Peachtree Street NW Suite 1300 Atlanta, GA 30303 USA 1-800-422-4828 -> Operational Headquarters Habitat for Humanity International 121 Habitat Street Americus, GA 31709-3498 USA 1-800-422-4828 Administrative Headquarters Habitat for Humanity International 270 Peachtree Street NW Suite 1300 Atlanta, GA 30303 USA 1-800-422-4828 HAITI
notes: ============ http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> CAMP CLUSTER WEBSITE: http://groups.google.com/group/cccmhaiti ============================================== http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.
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name: Habitat For Humanity - HFH (2010 Haiti Earthquake Response) -> Habitat For Humanity - HFH (SHELTER CLUSTER) - (2010 Haiti Earthquake Response)
notes: ============ http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> ============ http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.
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notes: Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: SEE website below for details: http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> ============ http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: Phase one: relief •Emergency shelter kits Emergency shelter kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. They will be distributed to families by Habitat employees and partners. •Re-establish operations Habitat has been operating in Haiti for over 26 years, but the Habitat Haiti office building was destroyed in the earthquake. As part of our immediate response, it will be vital to assist Habitat Haiti in restoring its capacity to fully participate in the recovery efforts. Phase two: rehabilitation •Rehabilitation and cleanup We will assist with the removal of debris and salvaging of materials that can be recycled into new shelter. We will also assist in the rehabilitation of homes that have repairable damages. Phase three: reconstruction •Transitional shelters and core houses We plan to replace destroyed homes with transitional shelters. Improvements and additions to transitional shelters can be made over time―turning them into permanent core houses. We will also rebuild in ways that reduce risk and improve construction quality in Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas. Phase four: recovery •Habitat Resource Centers These centers are designed to enhance local systems that support housing development and improvements. Through the centers, we identify gaps in the local supply of housing materials, designs, finance and skills and provide services that support local livelihoods. ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

notes: Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> Habitat’s response in Haiti Habitat is implementing immediate relief efforts and addressing long-term shelter solutions for low-income families. Based on current information and past experience with international disasters, Habitat is planning a multi-phrase strategy of response: SEE website below for details: http://www.habitat.org/disaster/active_programs/haiti_earthquake.aspx ====== Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

name: Habitat For Humanity (2010 Haiti Earthquake Response) -> Habitat For Humanity - HFH (2010 Haiti Earthquake Response)

main_phone: SEE ADDRESS -> 509 22453787 ~ http://www.habitat.org/intl/lac/89.aspx

region: Haiti, Carribean -> Haiti, Caribbean

notes: Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

notes: Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

notes: Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

notes: Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

notes: Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org. -> Original e-mail Message: ----------------- From: Habitat for Humanity NCM office Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:20:11 -0500 Subject: Habitat for Humanity in Haiti Dear Friend of Habitat, We thought you would want to know what Habitat for Humanity is doing in Haiti to help with the earthquake recovery effort. We understand that the Habitat for Humanity office in Haiti was destroyed and at least 10 of the 50 Habitat staff members based there are currently accounted for. No assessment has been possible yet of the approximately 2,000 Habitat homes built in Haiti, nor of those homeowners. Please pray for all the people of Haiti and for our teams there, as well as for the many humanitarian outreach efforts underway. An assessment team from Habitat for Humanity International's Disaster Response department is currently making its way to Port-au-Prince from the Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. Upon arrival they will make contact with the Haiti Habitat staff and begin assessments of the quake's impact. They in turn will connect with other organizations such as World Vision, World Concern and CARE, among others. Many of have asked us about the need for volunteers. Volunteers are not being recruited or deployed at this time and will not be until the situation is more stable and Habitat can be certain its volunteers would be safe. Habitat for Humanity has been working in Haiti for more than 26 years and our hearts go out to everyone there. In Partnership, The staff of Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts ========================== Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.

region: Carribean -> Haiti, Carribean

notes: Habitat is addressing shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010. Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. To lend support, please donate today at: https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227 Inquire about a specific donation by phone: 1-800-422-4828 -> Habitat for Humanity International is assessing the impact on affordable housing and response options in Haiti after a major earthquake struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (Jan. 13, 2010) — Habitat for Humanity International will respond to a 7.0 earthquake near Port-au-Prince and is currently assessing the impact on affordable housing. “Habitat for Humanity will mobilize all available resources to address shelter solutions for low-income families affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday,” said Torre Nelson, area vice president of Habitat’s Latin America Caribbean office. “We are closely monitoring the situation and have been in contact with Habitat for Humanity Haiti. We will begin Habitat’s recovery efforts as soon as possible.” “Habitat for Humanity is sending an assessment team into the impacted area,” said Kip Scheidler, senior director of Global Disaster Response at Habitat for Humanity. “Once we know the full magnitude of this disaster, we’ll begin Habitat’s recovery process.” Habitat has been at work in Haiti for 26 years and will use its local expertise and mobilize resources as part of the rebuilding efforts. Habitat has provided more than 2,000 families with housing solutions through a variety of initiatives, including new home construction, progressive building, home repairs and improvements. It also builds capacity in construction skills, disaster mitigation and financial literacy and works in coordination with community and government agencies. Early media reports estimate that 3 million people were affected. Haiti’s ambassador to the U.S. has called the quake a “catastrophe of major proportions.” Habitat’s ability to respond effectively to this disaster will require support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations. Donations can be made at https://www.habitat.org/cd/giving/donate.aspx?link=227. About Habitat for Humanity’s Disaster Response Habitat’s Disaster Response focuses on the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts. Habitat offers expertise in technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. We also provide support and informational resources for disaster mitigation and preparedness―helping communities in disaster-prone areas protect themselves against future threats. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in 1976, Habitat has built, rehabilitated, repaired or improved more than 350,000 houses worldwide, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1.75 million people. For more information, or to donate or volunteer, visit www.habitat.org.