How to donate to Japan

How to donate to help victims of the devastating tsunami:

Red Cross:

Canadians wishing to help support relief efforts underway in Japan are encouraged to contribute by donating online, calling 1-800-418-1111 or contacting their local Red Cross office.

Cheques should be made payable to the Canadian Red Cross, earmarked “Japan Earthquake/Asia-Pacific Tsunami” and mailed to the Canadian Red Cross National Office, 170 Metcalfe Street, Suite 300, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2P2.

As of today, Canadians can donate to the Society via text messaging. Donors interested in this option must simply text REDCROSS to 30333 and a one-time donation of $5 for the Japan Earthquake fund will be added to their mobile phone bill. The charge will be posted once the donor responds to a confirmation text. Text messaging donations are available in $5 increments*.

*Standard messaging rates and additional fees may apply to donation texts. All charges are billed by and payable to the mobile service provider. The service is available on most carriers. Donations are collected for the benefit of the Canadian Red Cross by the Mobile Giving Foundation and subject to the terms found at www.mobilegiving.ca. Donors can unsubscribe at any time by texting STOP to 30333.

GlobalGiving

You can donate to relief efforts in Japan by visiting their website.

Oxfam:

Visit the Oxfam website to donate to tsunami victims.

CARE:

CARE offices in Asia are on high alert and have ensured that staff are informed of the tsunami warnings and other related developments. In the Philippines, CARE’s partner organization has assisted five villages on the coast to evacuate inhabitants.

Consulate-General of Japan (Calgary):

The Consulate-General of Japan at Calgary has established a bank account with TD Canada Trust and has begun accepting financial donations in response to the strong desire of so many people who want to contribute to the earthquake and tsunami relief.

Branch #: 8189

Account #: 5226601

Name: Consulate General of Japan (Earthquake Donations)

Donations in cash or cheque (payable to: Consulate-General of Japan) are also being accepted at the address below:

Consulate-General of Japan

2300 TransCanada Tower, 450 – 1 St. SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 5H1

Office Hour: Weekdays 9:00 – 17:00

Additional information:

– Donations can either be made in Canadian or US dollars.

– Donations are to be remitted to the Japanese Red Cross Society to assist in their earthquake and tsunami relief efforts in Japan.

– The TD Canada Trust is waving its wire transfer fee so that 100% of your donation will reach the Red Cross.

– At this time, the Consulate-General is only accepting monetary donations as it faces logistical difficulties sending supplies to Japan.

– The Consulate-General is currently unable to issue a tax receipt for the donations; however, upon request, it is able to issue an official letter stating the amount and date of the donation, and its intent to forward the amount to the Japanese Red Cross.

Steveston Cares – Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Fund Walk

The Steveston, BC Rotary Club is organizing a fundraising walk on Sunday, March 20, from 10am-2pm. For more information, visit their website.

CARE’s emergency staff is currently standing by and will continue to be ready to assist should the tsunami hit the coasts of developing nations such as Indonesia or Papua New Guinea.

Visit the website to donate.

Rose Charities:

Rose Charities Canada, in partnership with AMDA Japan (Association of Medical Doctors in Asia) is accepting donations for victims of the disaster in Japan.

Visit the website to donate.

Contacting friends and family:

Those worried about Canadian friends or family who may have been affected by the earthquake are asked to call 1-800-387-3124, or email sos@international.gc.ca.

Steveston Communtiy Society