Info for Japan's Tsunami and Earthquake Relief

A/N: The news surrounding Japan has brought about a lot of heartache and terror. Many, many lives have been lost and millions are without homes, food, water and their families. The people of Japan need as much help and support they can get to get through this tough time. Our local humanitarian organization Singapore Red Cross Society has provided us with ways on how we can help the victims of Japan's tsunami and earthquake disasters.

As of now until 13 April 2011, the SRC is accepting monetary donations to help survivors of the Japanese Disaster. All donations made to this appeal will be earmarked specifically for the relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts for survivors of this disaster. We urge you to consider donating as every bit will help.

a) Cash Donations
Donors may make a cash donation at the Singapore Red Cross at 15 Penang Lane (5 mins from Dhoby Gaut MRT Station) during these opening hours:
• Mondays to Fridays 9.30am to 9pm
• Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays 9.30am to 6pm

b) Cheque Donations
Cheque donations to be made payable to the “Singapore Red Cross Society” and sent to the Singapore Red Cross at 15 Penang Lane, Singapore 238486.. Please indicate at the back of the cheque the following:
• Japan Disaster 2011
• Name of donor/organization
• Contact numbers
• Address

c) SMS Mobile Giving
Donors may make their donation via sms to 75772. For every sms, S$50 will be donated to the “Japan Disaster 2011” appeal fund.

d) OCBC donation channels
Donors may make their donations via OCBC multiple banking channels. These include the ATM, Internet Banking, Mobile Banking, Phone Banking, PLUS! Internet Banking and PLUS! Phone Banking. These channels will be available to all customers from Tuesday, 15 March, 9am onwards to 13 April 2011. Please refer to Annex 1 for the user guide.

e) DBS donation channels
Donors may make their donations via DBS’s ATM and Internet Banking from Tuesday, 15 March from 10pm onwards. Please refer to their website at www.dbs.com.sg for information.

f) UOB donation channels
Donors may also make their donations via UOB’s Personal Internet Banking with effect from Wednesday, 16 March. For details on how to donate, please refer to their website at www.uob.com.sg.


The Singapore Red Cross is also working with several banks to make available more donation channels for donors. For a list of updated donation channels, the information will be made available on our website at www.redcross.org.sg

Other organizations working on relief in Japan include:

GLOBALGIVING: Established a fund to disburse donations to organizations providing relief and emergency services to victims of the earthquake and tsunami. Donate here.

SAVE THE CHILDREN: Mobilizing to provide immediate humanitarian relief in the shape of emergency health care and provision of non-food items and shelter. Donate here.

SALVATION ARMY: The Salvation Army has been in Japan since 1895 and is currently providing emergency assistance to those in need. Donate here.

AMERICARES: Emergency team is on full alert, mobilizing resources and dispatching an emergency response manager to the region. Donate here.

CONVOY OF HOPE: Disaster Response team established connection with in-country partners who have been impacted by the damage and are identifying the needs and areas where Convoy of Hope may be of the greatest assistance. Donate here.

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS: Putting together relief teams, as well as supplies, and are in contact with partners in Japan and other affected countries to assess needs and coordinate our activities. Donate here.

SHELTER BOX: The first team is mobilizing to head to Japan and begin the response effort. Donate here.

Sources: AsiaOne, Singapore Red Cross Society