For those who are trying to get information about people affected in Haiti: contact the State Department at 1-888-407-4747
You can help immediately by sending a check or donating online to the American Jewish World Service. According to Rabbi Andy Bachman of Congregation Beth Elohim, they have a number of humanitarian projects ongoing there and has an excellent track record of support there. To give money CLICK HERE.
You can also send a check to:
Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund, American Jewish World Service
45 West 36th Street, 11th floor
New York, NY 10018-7904
212.792.2900
ajws@ajws.org