How to help

Dozens of charities and nonprofit organizations have responded to the Haitian earthquake, announcing plans to deliver food, clothing, shelter, medical care and supplies to those affected. The groups are soliciting donations from the public to cover costs.

Here are some of the organizations involved. A more comprehensive list is at washingtonpost.com/haiti.

American Red Cross

www.redcross.org

800-733-2767

AmeriCares

http://www.americares.org 800-486-4357

B'nai B'rith International

www.bnaibrith.org

202-857-6600

Catholic Relief Services