Help Japan's Earthquake Victims
On March 11, 2011, Japan suffered a massive 8.9 earthquake and subsequent tsunami that have caused widespread destruction. For those watching in horror from thousands of miles away, it's natural to look for ways to help. We've got a list of organizations rated by Charity Navigator to help you send aid to Japanese victims.The stories of devastation continue to unfold as the death toll is now expected to exceed 10,000. According to USAToday, There are already more than 1,600 confirmed dead and 10,000 people are missing in just one town. 300,000 more are displaced with many lacking access to food, water, shelter and electricity.
Visit Charity Navigator's list of organizations currently providing assistance to Japan's victims along with some warnings about how to give wisely. Here's their list of rated charities providing aid to Japanese victims.
| Action Against Hunger | ACF-USA | |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | |
| AmeriCares | |
| Architecture for Humanity | |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | |
| Convoy of Hope | |
| Direct Relief International | |
| Doctors Without Borders, USA | |
| Food for the Hungry | |
| International Rescue Committee | |
| Relief International | |
| Save the Children | |
| Stop Hunger Now | |
| World Vision | |
| American Red Cross | |
| GlobalGiving | |
| International Medical Corps | |
| Mercy Corps | |
| Operation USA | |
| Oxfam America | |
| Samaritan's Purse | |
| ShelterBox USA |
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