Bloggers for Haiti
There is little I can say that hasn’t already been said. If find it very difficult to relate to the news and pictures and suffering of those so far away. However, I know what’s it’s like to be able to tuck my daughter up in a warm bed at night and I know how thankful I am to be able to do that, every parent should be able to do that, which is why I’ve donated to help purchase a shelter box, and why I’m now asking you to join me?
Shelter have this survival box out, having been in the TA and Cadets myself this kit really appeals to me, it offers a practical kit allowing parents to provide warm shelter and potentially a smile to their children – something we all treasure.
The box contains amongst other things;
A ten man tent designed to withstand extreme weather conditions
A stove that provides heat and becomes the ‘heart of the new home’
Cooking and dining equipment to allow for a warm meal to be served to the family
The containers themselves can be used for various purposes but have been used as a waterproof cot for a small baby.
Thermal blankets provide warmth
And finally the box contains some drawing books, crayons and pens for children.
This box is full of quality items that allow the stronger family members to provide warmth and relative comfort to what is left of their family. Helping people to help themselves is one of the best ways we can help, and as a parent I know that given these supplies I could provide a temporary home for my family.
These boxes cost around ?490, please donate at the Bloggers for Haiti page and help another parent look after their family.
Brilliant Erica. The box sounds wonderful. I’m planning my post for later today. Let’s hope for a huge response to this.
Brilliant post Erica. Perfect. My post will be up later today. So good to be able to do something practical.
Fantastic! My post is on its way and I’ve promises from bloggers around the globe! Love your sentiment too x
My post is up, let’s hope we get a great response x
Great idea, glad to help
What a great idea which will hopefully reach out far and wide
Great idea, hope you manage to make enough for a few boxes. Glad to be able to donate.
Just donated. I’ll post about it too. I hope we can help them x
Thank you all. XXXXXX
[...] Post on 17 January 2010 by Kat Tagged: donation, haiti Erica at Little Mummy has set up a Bloggers for Haiti page to help raise money for a charity called Shelter Box that will send emergency shelter packs [...]
[...] Post on 17 January 2010 by Kat Tagged: donation, haiti Erica at Little Mummy has set up a Bloggers for Haiti page to help raise money for a charity called Shelter Box that will send emergency shelter packs [...]
Thanks Erica. When I went on the site last night the total was almost enough for two boxes. I’ve blogged about it this morning. It’s great that so many people are helping in whatever way they can.
What a fantastic achievement! Thanks for posting about this Erica, I’ve been and donated and blogged it too. x
Thanks and Tim and Ella
Great idea Erica…have just donated…what little we can all do will make a world of difference to those affected
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I’ve just donated – it’s great how everyone is pulling forces and digging deep in their pockets to help in even a small way to relieve the suffering of so many.
It’s wonderful isn’t it. Just by doing our bit we are making a difference xx
I have just donated, have also tried to help raise awareness by blogging plus some serious RTing on Twitter…..wish I could do more to help Haiti. It is amazing to see so many people doing their bit!
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