Please check out and rec the mothership here
I'm sure we're all feeling overwhelmed by the magnitude of the disaster in Japan. While it's easy to feel helpless, it's better to help.
Below the jump are some ways to do that.
Contribute to UNICEF here
The Japan Society of Southern California is taking contributions here
Support the American Red Cross here
Soldiers' Angels is collecting financial donations and the following products for our troops, families and friends in Japan
• Blankets
• Small/ NEW (not used) toys for the children
• International calling cards
• All types of hygiene, easy-to-ship care products- NEW/UNOPENED ONLY
• Shampoo/conditioner
• Soap
• Deodorant
• Chapstick
• Lotions
• Female Personal Hygiene
• Facial cleansing pads
• Wet Wipes
• Eye drops
• Toothpaste/Toothbrushes
Ship these items to the Soldiers' Angels Warehouse:
Soldiers' Angels
4408 N PanAm Exprwy
San Antonio, TX 78218
Folks searching for loved ones in Japan click here
Support MapAction here, they're providing mapping and information support for the international response effort
Support Doctors Without Borders here
Support Save The Children here
Support Peace Winds America here
Support the International Medical Corps here