The tragic earthquake which struck Haiti has caused death and destruction on a scale that is difficult for most of us to imagine.  As awful as the direct damage from the quake and its aftershocks has been, Haiti’s lack of infrastructure, medical services, shelter, fuel, food and fresh water threaten to make a horrendous situation much worse.  Without your help, thousands more will die from disease, exposure, lack of medical care, and – if conditions on the ground continue to deteriorate -- possibly from violence. 

While we at NOAH are deeply saddened by this catastrophic event, this is a time that requires swift and concerted action.  Accordingly, NOAH has launched a full-fledged response to the Haitian emergency – consistent with our long-established record of offering humanitarian assistance to the people of Haiti.   Our initial efforts will be focused on the city of Port-au-Prince – where the worst of the damage appears to be concentrated.  NOAH’s aid mission will be part of a coordinated response with other established humanitarian organizations.

Aid workers, volunteers and other NOAH personnel are busy preparing to travel to Haiti where they will work with rescuers and missionaries all ready on the ground.  NOAH is presently taking steps to assure that all of our volunteers will be safe following arrival in Haiti and that the workers will be well positioned to assist in the rescue and rebuilding efforts.