Spare a Thought to the Natural Disaster Victims in Japan

As the Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off, let us be enamored by the beauty of these transient flower trees that were a gift from the mayor of Tokyo as a symbol of friendship in 1912.

Let us also remember that gesture of friendship and send prayers, donations or words of support for a speedy recovery and well-being of everyone affected.


Donations can be made to:

American Red Cross or text the letters REDCROSS to 90999 to make the $10 donation.

International Medical Corps or text MED to 80888 to donate $10 to relief efforts.

Save the Children or text “JAPAN” or “TSUNAMI” to 20222 to donate $10.

Doctors without Borders To donate, call 1-888-392-0392.

Mercy Corps or text “MERCY” to 25383 to donate $10.

Salvation Army or text JAPAN or QUAKE to 80888 to make a $10 donation.