In light of the 6.1 magnitude aftershock in Haiti today, they continue to plea for our help and there is an EASY way you can make a difference for children and families. The American Red Cross understands the power of how mobile and social media can make a difference and are using it to get assistance to the victims in Haiti.

To donate $5.00 or $10.00 to The American Red Cross, Text the word Haiti to 90999. You will receive a text message back to confirm, click “yes” and that is it. Below is a Public Service Announcement from Michelle Obama. Please take action now, they desperately need our help.

According to NBC, AT&T has already raised $10 million dollars through this effort. According to UNICEF, Haiti has the highest rate of infants and kids under age 5 and maternal mortality in The Western Hemisphere. Diarrhea, respiratory infections, malaria, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS are the leading causes of death, the site says. For additional statistics on Haiti, visit The UNICEF Website

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