Earthquake Relief

In light of the devastating impact of the earthquake in Haiti, we would like to unite as a student body to show our support. While there are a multitude of organizations you can support, the EWMBAA Community Service Committee has elected to raise funds for Yele Haiti.

www.yele.org

Yele was founded in 2005 by notable Haitian, Wyclef Jean. It is a grassroots movement that brings global awareness to Haiti while providing programs in education, arts, sports, the environment. Yele focuses on manageable projects that promote long-term progress, which in the past have included rebuilding schools, sports programs for youth, and food distribution. Currently, Yele Haiti is dedicating 100% of its efforts to earthquake relief.

The CSC chose Yele Haiti because of its strong and long-lasting ties to the people of the country. Just as with Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the India Ocean Tsunami in 2004, nature has brought to the public eye already dire economic conditions. And as we can see now looking back on those disasters, it will take a great deal of time to help this region recover. Yele Haiti has been active in tnhe country and will continue to work toward progress long after the major recovery organizations are gone.

You can help by donating to Yele Haiti in one of two ways:

1. Text YELE to 501501 to donate $5. The amount will be added to your cell phone bill.

2. Donate more by visiting the Yele Haiti website.  www.yele.org

Please make sure to let us know you donated so we can tally results! Email Monika Matthews (monika_matthews@mba.berkeley.edu) with the amount you donated to have it added to the total.

Thank You!!!