February 04, 2010

Hearts for Haiti: What will $2 buy in Haiti


Our hearts go out to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti, and like so many of you, we're eager to help. And helping has never been easier!
For only $14.95, you get two packs of 12" x 12" textured cardstock (a great deal at about $.30/$.36 per sheet!) and Operation Smile will receive $2 US to benefit the urgent, important cause in Haiti.
Email me to order your paper today and or visit my website. Stock up on every color combination.

• X5747 Basic
• X5681 Spring Harmony
• X5745 Summer Celebration
• X5669 Autumn Harvest
• X5670 Winter Cozy

What does $2 buy in Haiti?

» Collapsible water containers ($2 per container): Each container holds 10 liters amount of water and is especially useful for kids carrying water for long distances to ensure that all their water doesn't spill en route from their water supply. It is also very useful for storing clean, safe water for everyday use.
» Water purification tablets (60 cents for 50 tablets): Each tablet is able to turn 4-5 liters of dirty water into water suitable for drinking. Every day, 4,000 children worldwide die because they do not have access to clean water, according to UNICEF.

» High energy/protein biscuits ($1 per pack): These contain minerals and vitamins and have been developed for malnourished children during emergencies.

» Oral rehydration salts (7 cents for one package): This solution, containing sugar and salt, treats children suffering from dehydration caused by diarrhea. Approximately 3,500 children die each day from dehydration caused by acute diarrhea, according to UNICEF.

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