The January 12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti devastated their country and has affected more than three million citizens. Bethlehem members responded immediately and generously, donating over $60,000 in the span of 3 weeks. Thank you for your outpouring of support! Our gifts will go to the ELCA Disaster Response of which 100% will be sent directly to Haiti. If you'd like to see more about ways in which your dollars are at work take a look at the Haiti Earthquake Relief page on the ELCA website.
Please note that you may give any time towards the ELCA Disaster Response in Haiti, there is no expiration on God's abundance in our lives and the ways in which we respond from our hearts.
**2/4/10 Update - In addition to the $61,000 given by Bethlehem members and friends, Thrivent Financial has offered to match 50% of money given by Thrivent members. This means an additional $8,000 will be sent to Haiti!