The dimensions of the tragedy in Haiti are almost beyond belief, but there is no time to stop and wonder how such a disaster could happen. I urge you to do what you can to support Dave Phillips and the Children’s Hunger Fund.

I have been proud to partner with Dave in helping children in need around the world. He has already diverted 1800 food packs from the Dominican Republic to Haiti, aid that was funded in part by USANA Associates. They also had four air containers of food packs and water ready to ship from San Antonio yesterday.

I can assure you that every dollar you contribute to CHF will be used in the most effective and productive way.

Please read the letter below from Dave Phillips.

Thank You

Dear Dr. Wentz,

By now, I’m sure that you’ve heard about the earthquake in Haiti and are looking for a way to help.  Here is an opportunity for churches in the United States to be the extended hand of God to those in extreme need. Let the church become a clear testimony of God’s love, care, and concern for the world. Please help us to help them.

Earthquake Terror Strikes The Poorest Of The Poor
I am contacting you in response to the earthquake that happened yesterday in Haiti. I ask that your church would consider giving toward CHF’s efforts to bring help and hope to the children and families suffering in the wake of this disaster.

At this hour, the children and families of Port-au-Prince, Haiti are in misery. Late yesterday, a massive 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit the city flattening homes, hospitals, and government buildings. Haiti is the poorest and most underdeveloped nation in the entire western hemisphere, so this tragedy is being experienced by the poorest of the poor. You have read the news, so you know the devastation is everywhere.

By God’s grace, we just finished training the Pastors and ministry volunteers who will make up our brand new Mercy Network in Haiti and the Dominican Republic (DR). These churches are well established in the impacted areas and are ready to mobilize in an effort to respond to the devastation. The food we sent them last month just arrived on Wednesday. That means that if this earthquake had happened last week, CHF would not have had an opportunity to provide direct help so quickly. Instead of being used in our planned distributions, we have released all of the Food Packs on board (1,800 in all) to be used to make immediate impact in relieving the current suffering.

Here’s how I hope you will help:
Our goal is to provide a minimum of 10 sea-containers full of aid that will enable the churches there to set up feeding centers for the ongoing recovery. For that we would need $60,000 for freight costs and at least an additional $40,000 to provide on-the-ground distribution. We will also need large donations of useful products. Would your church consider making a commitment to help us in one of the following ways?

• Ask your congregation to support the local churches in Haiti/DR with an Emergency Offering to CHF.
• Spend time in prayer for the churches in Haiti during your services this weekend.
• Give an emergency gift from your missions fund.
• Post an opportunity to give in your church bulletin this coming weekend.

Another way you could help would be to put us in contact with any church members who have access to products in their corporations. We have built many strong relationships with companies through the faithful support of church members who can make product donation decisions. Right now we anticipate needs for canned, ready-to-eat food, water, blankets, tarps, hygiene items, first aid, and cooking implements.

As you know, CHF is known as one of the most cost-effective charities in America. With 99% of all revenue going to programs serving children in need, you can be certain that your gift will be used with integrity. You also have the confidence of knowing that we are working with a trustworthy network of pastors and ministry leaders who have been established in Haiti for eighteen years. It is because of this trusted network that we are working so feverishly to help. We know their efforts will be widespread and effective.

If you can help us in these ways, please email me back or call me at 818.899.5122 x208.
Thank you for your compassion and help as we serve the needs of the children and families devastated by this disaster in Haiti. Let us glorify God by providing assistance to those who are suffering right now.

Sincerely,

Dave Phillips
President
Children’s Hunger Fund