Many have heard the news about Haiti and the devastating earthquake they recently encountered. More than a million Haitians have become homeless, and hundreds of thousands were left injured. With time passing by and nearly a month later there’s still a large need for resources. Although the media has moved on to other topical issues our society hinges on, rebuilding a city doesn’t happen over night. It will take years for people to get off the streets, families to reunite, for children to find replacement parents or even mature to be their own. Some will go hungry, and some will suffer because they lack the medical attention that they need.
Although the restoration of Haiti will not be in one night, Zocalo is putting on a fund raiser to help the people of Haiti for one evening on Feburary 25th, 2010. The event will be followed by musical entertainment, a live painter, a salsa performance, guest bartender, and a silent auction. We have many sponsors that have donated generous gifts and amazing people who have given up their time to be involved. 100% of the proceeds from that night will be given to World Vision; a non-profit organization.
World Vision has been in Haiti for over 30 years and has more than 800 staff members on the ground. Some one once said to me, “be the change you wish to see in the world,” it might sound a little cliche but some times the simplest words make the largest impact. Although it may not seem like this is taking place in your own back yard, I urge you to be “one.” Be the “one” that does a simple act that will change a persons life. Be the “one” to give when others wont. Be the “one” change the world needs to see.
that band that was playing was great, do you guys know where else they play?