SJVC Fresno Haiti Relief Fundraiser

In the wake of the disaster in Haiti many organizations have rallied support for the efforts to help those in need in that region. As a way to show our support, SJVC has placed a donation center in the main lobby of the Fresno campus at the Student Services desk. This effort, under the direction of campus director Dr. John Swiger, will include several events that will hope to increase the amount of money we are able to give to the victim's of Haiti's earthquake. One of these events is outlined below:

On February 11, a basket raffle will be held in time for Valentine's Day. We encourage the Surg Tech program to participate in this fundraiser and put together a Valentine's Day basket to be raffled along with baskets from other departments and classes. The baskets must be submitted by February 5 and will be placed on display. On Monday, February 8, raffle tickets will go on sale for $1.00 a each at the Student Services desk. Before the raffle, the tickets will be counted and the class with the most tickets purchased for their basket will win a pizza party!

Haiti Disaster Has Only Just Begun

Haiti in Ruins

In the wake of the disaster that struck just west of Port-au-Prince on Tuesday, a medical emergency is quickly taking a toll on the already devasted country. With significant aftershocks continuing, over 100,000 people reported dead, hospitals and key medical facilities in ruble, and many key medical personnel missing, the area is in full crisis. Current reports are that approximately 3 million people are injured and public health resources are seriously drained. According to the Haiti government, many of these people will not be able to receive the care that they need. In an attempt to send aid to the victims of the earthquake, non-profit organizations are asking for money rather than goods. With many organizations already on the ground providing the victims with the supplies that they need, they are calling for monetary donations to help them in their efforts. Here are some ways we can help:

To send help to Haiti quickly, please text the word “HAITI” to “90999″ and a donation of $10 will automatically be sent to the American Red Cross and will be added to your cell phone bill.

Contact the American Red Cross directly by clicking here.

Help the efforts of InterAction by clicking here.

The Center for International Disaster Information will accept donations of goods or services by clicking here.