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It seems to be the time of year in which humanitarian relief organizations honor celebrities for their contributions to non-profit charity organizations through time, money and support in alleviating the suffering of those in dire financial need.
One of those organizations is the American Red Cross. The Red Cross has been in the spotlight a great deal lately due to its efforts to help the victims of the disasters in Japan, Haiti and New Zealand. On April 9th, the Red Cross will take a moment to honor several people that have made huge contributions to one of the top relief organizations in the country.
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On April 9th, the Red Cross will hold its Red Tie Affair to honor superstar Betty White, actor Josh Duhamel and the outstanding team of medical specialists and doctors from Saint John’s Health Center. The event is scheduled to take place at Santa Monica’s Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows.
Legendary comedienne Betty White will receive the 2011 “Crystal Cross Award” for her ongoing contributions to the welfare of animals, an increasingly important part of the Red Cross’ rescue efforts.
Josh Duhamel will also be the recipient of a “Crystal Cross Award” for his humanitarian efforts. Duhamel organized a Youth Run for Haiti, which raised a significant amount of money to help people affected by the Haitian tragedy.
The extraordinary team of medical experts from Saint John’s Health Center will be presented with The Crocker “Spirit of Volunteerism Award” for giving their time and talents to assisting humanitarian relief organizations on behalf of the victims in Haiti.
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Humanitarian Relief Organizations: Clint Eastwood’s newest movie Hereafter, starring Matt Damon, has been pulled from appearing in theaters in Japan. The movie shows various scenes of the tsunami that took place in Japan in 2004.
“The devastation and loss Japan is facing is almost incomprehensible,” says Eastwood. “I’m glad to join Warner Bros. in this effort to help the Japanese people.”
Humanitarian Relief Charities Support Japan
Warner Bros. released a statement saying that a portion of the proceeds from the Hereafter DVD will be sent to the Red Cross to assist in aiding victims of the disaster. It is currently estimated that the tsunami and earthquake have killed more than 10,000 people and have left millions homeless. The American Red Cross, one of the world’s most recognized disaster relief organizations, has been working around the clock to provide as much aid as possible to the victims and their families.
“Our hearts and prayers go out to the people of Japan,” said president of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group Kevin Tsujihara. “We are committed to supporting relief and rebuilding efforts during this difficult time.”
Countless humanitarian relief charities have stepped in to try to help those affected by the disasters. Among those are the Red Cross, Salvation Army, and the Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund.
In a similar gesture, The Walt Disney Company has announced that it will donate $2.5 million to the Red Cross. People wishing to make donations to the Red Cross may do so by texting REDCROSS to 90999. The text will automatically send a $10 donation to the Red Cross. People may choose to make a donation to humanitarian relief organizations through a local chapter of the Red Cross or donate online.
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The work of humanitarian relief organizations in Japan has captured the hearts and minds of the world. Celebrities have pooled together to offer their help in any way possible.
Singer Jack Johnson was on tour in Japan when the tragedy hit. Johnson conveyed his “heartfelt sympathy to the people of Japan and the victims of the Tohoku Earthquake.”
Humanitarian Relief Efforts
It is clear that it will take years of hard work and millions of dollars to even begin to right Japan to its former state. Johnson is just one of the celebrities that will be donating to various relief organizations with the aim of helping those affected by the earthquake. Johnson for example will be donating to the the Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund, an organization created by GlobalGiving.
Actor and bad boy Charlie Sheen has pledged to give money to the Red Cross fund for Japan. Sheen says that $1 from each ticket sold to his live shows will be donated to one of the world’s foremost disaster relief organizations.
Lady Gaga has also joined in on the effort. Lady Gaga designed a charity bracelet for the purpose of to raising money for victims of the earthquake and tsunami. The “We Pray For Japan bracelet” is being sold on Gaga’s website. Visitors can buy a $5 bracelet and also choose to donate online to the cause.
Kim Kardashian also asked the world to make a donation to humanitarian relief organizations when she tweeted: “Please help the people of Japan by texting REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.”
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It is not uncommon for humanitarian relief organizations to band together to raise awareness about particular situations worldwide. That is just what happened when Girls Aloud vocalist Sarah Harding visited Africa to support Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day. Comic Relief is a well known for being one of the top celebrity disaster relief organizations in the world. The charity was founded in 1986 and is represented by such famous comedians as Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Crystal and Robin Williams. The charity is dedicated to helping poor people around the world, mostly in the form of disaster relief and helping to make the world a more livable place.
Helping Africa’s Humanitarian Relief Organizations
There are many worthwhile relief organizations throughout Africa. Harding, who had previously dropped out of a climb up Mount Kilimanjaro due to back problems, visited mothers2mothers located in Cape Town. Mothers2mothers is an organization that offers a sustainable model of care targeted toward providing education and support for new mothers and pregnant women living with HIV.
“I’ve supported Comic Relief for many years, so when the opportunity came up to visit a project with British Airways I was keen to go. But having never visited Cape Town, or a township, I didn’t know what to expect. I was told about the poverty here but to be truly passionate about it I had to see it with my own eyes and talk to the people about it.”
Harding, eager to serve humanitarian relief organizations, also says that despite the difficult conditions, she left the country feeling uplifted and hopeful.
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