According to Haiti’s Civil Protection Agency, at least 9,900 people are injured and an estimated 1,941 are confirmed dead as of Tuesday, August 17, 2021. In addition, 84,585 homes were destroyed and/or damaged from the earthquake, leaving upwards of 60,000 families homeless.
Through its Haiti Relief Fund, HPP is partnering with Tearfund Haiti to aid with on the ground relief efforts. Cash donations are preferred as it is allows for local procurement, which is more cost-effective, time-efficient, and contributes to longer term recovery. You can support HPP’s Haiti Relief Fund by clicking DONATE or by visiting https://www.phillyhpp.org/support-us.