We still don't have a whole lot of information on how the school is doing after the terrible earthquake and the multiple aftershocks. Jacmel is the cultural arts center of Haiti, and Art Creation Foundation for Children supports 60 children who would otherwise be without an education, basic meals and medical care. We do know that Jacmel was hit by the very strong aftershocks of the quake as it is just a little south of Port-Au-Prince. If you are interested in making a difference in a devastated community that has a tie to Baltimore, consider donating below. Please visit the AVAM gift shop (no admission price to get into the shop!) and consider purchasing the ceramic hearts made by my art students.
1 Heart=$1=1 day's wage in Haiti.
Here is a message from Judy Hoffman, Founder of ACFFC:
Everyone is attempting to assess the situation. We have yet to know whether or not everyone is ok, if the building is standing, etc.
We are working hard to raise funds for ACFFC and for aid in Jacmel, their community.
As they did after the hurricanes, our children and staff will buy and distribute food do what ever the can for the community on an immediate basis, as we attempt to find new equilibrium.
So, please donate to ACFFC and know that funds will be held for relief work only.
Donations may be made via the website www.artforhaitianchildren.org or via facebook http://apps.facebook.com/causes/138201/22688483?m=71bb3202
And let's hope that very soon, we will have good news!
Thank you.
Judy
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