NWHCM’s facilities were spared major damage from the earthquake on January 12, but the the disaster will have major consequences for the entire country of Haiti. NWHCM is partnering with ministries in the Port-au-Prince area and across Northwest Haiti to bring help to those who desperately need it. We are providing food, medical personnel, medical supplies and medicines to assist in relief efforts. We are also preparing for the increase in need we expect to see in the northwest zone and across the country.

Your partnership in providing supplies, finances and prayer is vital for immediate relief work and the preparation for the coming months. Here is how you can join in to help us.

Give

Money is the most flexible resource to use in Haiti. To donate, click here.

You can also give to NWHCM by sending a text message. Click here to learn more.

NOTE: The IRS is allowing for gifts made to Haiti earthquake relief before March 1 to be claimed as a deduction for 2009 income taxes. Read more…

Collect Supplies

NWHCM needs food, medicines, and medical supplies. Items in bold are the most urgently needed. Food and medicines must be at least six months from expiration.

For the most complete list of needed medical supplies and medicines, please visit NWHCM’s lab/pharmacy needs list and the clinic/surgery needs list.

• High-protein foods (peanut butter, protein bars, beans, canned meat, baby formula)
• Medical supplies
  • Over the counter medicines:
    • Tylenol (adult and children’s)
    • Ibuprofen, Prenatal Vitamins, Stool Softeners, Polyvisol Infant Drops, Infant Tylenol, Children’s Liquid Ibuprofen, Triple Antibiotic Ointment, Antifungal Cream, Hydrocortisone Cream, Children’s Vitamins
  • Prescription Medications:
    • All Antibiotics, especially cephalosporins, Metronidazole PO & IV; IV fluids – Ringers Lactate , 0.9% NaCl, Zofran, phenergan
    • Lidocaine, Iron supplements (ferrous sulfate), Pitocin (comes in 10 unit vials), Methergine (comes in vials), Amoxicillin (tablets), Gentamycin (IV), Ampicillin (IV), Rocephin, Erythromycin Eye Ointment
  • Supplies:
    • 4×4 gauze pads, conforming bandage (i.e. Kerlix), Betadine, gloves, underpads, thermometers, pressure cuffs
    • Cord Clamps (can easily be purchased online – http://www.1cascade.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=00369), 5 french NG tubes, Infant and Preemie Nasal Cannula’s, 18 and 20 gauge Intracath, Gauze, 3 and 4 “O” Vycril, Lubricating Gel, Digital Thermometers, Sheets (Flat), EmergenC Electrolyte Packages (come also specifically for kids), Plastic Cups, Large Trash Can, Ziploc Bags (Gallon Size), New Women’s Underwear, Maxi Pads (both for moms who come deliver and don’t have anything with them), Infant Formula (powder), Newborn Clothes (onesies, caps, socks, Layette material), Preemie Clothes and small caps

Collection Centers:

• Central Kentucky: NWHCM – 150 Laralan Ave. Suite E, Frankfort, KY 40601; Contact 502-695-7870; M – F 9am – 4pm
• Rockford, Illinois: Heartland Community Church – 1280 S. Alpine Rd., Rockford, IL 61108; Contact: Ashley McNary (815-847-6007, dosomethingnow@heartland.cc); M-F 9am – 5pm, Sat 3pm – 7pm, Sun am – 12pm
• Cincinnati Area: Community Christian Church – 5005 St. Rt. 73, Trenton, OH, 45067 OR 3401 Millikin Rd., Fairfield Township, OH 45011; Contact: Rick Moore, 513-418-1527
• Michigan: South Lansing Christian Church, 6300 Aurelius Road, Lansing, MI 48911; Contact: Frank Weller (517-394-3220), frank@seekstudyserve.org; M – F 9am – 7pm

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering in the relief and recovery, please consider giving your time to collect supplies and donations. We are not able to coordinate immediate response teams at this time.

Medical Volunteers: Please read our updated policy on medical trips here.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Online Donation Questions:

• Technical issue related to an online donation? Please check if you are using Visa, Master Card, or Discover. We are unable to process other credit cards at this time.

• Unsure if your donation went through? If your credit card donation is successful, you will receive a confirmation email immediately. If you do not see one, please check your junk mail folder and contact your credit card company to check. If you’re still not sure, please contact us.

• Waiting for an e-receipt? We ask you to be patient. Our office is trying to complete those batches, but we are short-handed due to staff trying to work from Haiti.

• Wondering if you mistakenly donated twice? Please check with your credit card company first, and if you have in fact made a duplicate donation, please contact us.

We appreciate your continued prayers and support.

Passport and Ticket Names
Northwest Haiti Christian Mission has received notice that, per FAA regulations, the name on airline tickets must exactly match the name on a traveler’s passport for all passengers flying internationally. Failure to do so could result in the loss of your tickets and the inability to board the plane.

Please help us make sure your travel goes smoothly by providing us on your trip application(s) with your name exactly as it appears on your passport, including your middle name. Please include your full middle name, not just an initial. If you have not received your passport yet, please enter your full name on your trip application exactly as you believe it will appear on your passport.

New Carry-On Luggage Restrictions
Beginning in 2010, passengers with oversized carry-on luggage will not be allowed to board. In many cases, those passengers will not even be allowed through airline security. Please check ahead with your airline to make sure your carry-on bag meets the carry-on requirements for both domestic and international air travel.

Most airlines will no longer gate check carry-on luggage in 2010, so oversized carry-ons will be transferred to the checked-luggage system — which means they may be delayed a day or two arriving in Northwest Haiti. We want you to have all your luggage when you need it and, as always, we will do everything reasonable to make sure that happens. But please pack your carry-ons carefully. NWHCM cannot guarantee the timely arrival of oversized carry-on luggage.

Want to be an intern with NWHCM?  Every year, we need qualified individuals to serve in Haiti for a summer or for longer periods of time. If you have a heart to serve Christ overseas, or if you want to experience life on the mission field, one of our internships may be for you.

NWHCM offers two types of internship, each providing unique responsibilities and valuable experience. Previous experience in Haiti is not required to apply. NWHCM accepts interns based on our ministry needs.  Click here to learn more and apply.

In an effort to be better stewards of our resources, we are pleased to announce that NWHCM is using a new system for online donations and trip payments at nwhcm.org.  It allows transactions using your credit card, debit card or checking account.  You can set up automatic recurring payments for child sponsorships and other types of support.  And finally, you can manage your account directly online and choose to receive automatic e-mail receipts, which will help us save paper and ensure that more money goes directly toward ministry.

You can use your online NWHCM giving account to view your gift history, print paper receipts, and update your mailing address.  And among other features coming soon, you’ll also be able to log into your account and check for updates on your sponsorships.

If you were using an automatic payment plan through our old donation system (CashLINQ) and have not yet heard from us, please contact us today to re-establish your automatic payment plan on our new system.

You will need to create an account to make payments, which can be done in just a few easy steps.  If you were using a PayPal account, your PayPal account will not work for future payments in the new system.  If you were using a CashLINQ account through our previous donation system, that account will also not work as of October 1.  We ask that you please create an account with our new system by clicking here.

We are here to help you!  We understand that you may have questions. Please contact us for any assistance you may need.