Chinese Earthquake Relief

by Rhona Mahony. Half the Sky (HTS) gives one-on-one attention to Chinese orphans, runs preschools for them, and finds foster homes. Jenny Bowen and other parents of adopted children from China formed the group to enrich the lives of children in Chinese orphanages. Their U.S. office is in Berkeley, California. HTS workers are in Chengdu and Sichuan today with tents, food, and care for displaced children. Charity Navigator gives HTS good marks. You may donate to HTS on-line. Its Web site reports today:

Dear Friends, First, an update on the airlift to remote Aba prefecture. No less than 40 uniformed soldiers arrived at the Chengdu CWI yesterday to load two big trucks with emergency goods for the 1,000 stranded children of Aba. We’re waiting now for confirmation of the air drop. more.

Thanks to Ami Laws, mother of two adopted daughters from China, for the tip about this group.