Local Haitian Relief Effort

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There are many ways to participate in help for the Haitian people, but if you are seeking a way to contribute to the relief effort for Haiti, here's a way via a reliable local organization:
With all the news on the crisis that the survivors are dealing with in Haiti, I wanted to inform you there is a way to reach out to Haiti immediately. There is a missions team called Agape Flights located in our own back yard on old 301 – they have planes which are flying to Haiti with supplies to meet immediate needs. If you wish to bring these items in – I will be happy to collect them and drop them off at their location. Bring supplies to Lynn Evensen located in SMC C305 or gather them in your areas and I will be happy to pick them up.

Agape Flights

Donate

Current Needs:

They are in urgent need for the following items:
Medical Supplies Needed

First Aid supplies

Band Aids, Gauze, Bandages, Tape, Sutures,

Water purification tablets

Neosporin, Alcohol swabs, Hydrogen Peroxide

Suture stuff

Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Tylenol

IV Tubing and Fluids, Angiocaths

Plaster for casts, Splints, brace adhesive

Antibiotics

Betadine

Analgesics

Gloves

Other Items

Bedding, towels, clothing

Soap

Flashlights w/batteries or cranking

Plastic tablecloths, tarps for makeshift shelter

Matches and candles


Lynn Evensen
Assistant to Dr. Arthur M. Guilford Ph.D.
8350 N. Tamiami Trail, SMC C305
Sarasota, FL 34243
941.359.4340 voice


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These three charities, and many others, are providing care. If you can contribute to help fund their emergency efforts, please do.

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