I've decided to run in World Vision's 5k for Haiti on April 3rd, 2010. To be honest, I don't really like running but I can't imagine a better cause for me to put aside my own preferences. The fact that I can run at all is a miracle; everyday, I'm reminded of how close I was to being crushed by rubble. Through my participation, I hope to raise as much money for the people of Haiti as possible. My team's motto is "5k for 500k!"

I'm choosing to lead a team (Hope for Haiti) in this World Vision race because not only does World Vision have a tremendous presence in current humanitarian relief efforts in Haiti, they also do incredible long-term development work and will be in Haiti for many years to come. World Vision has been working in Haiti for 30 years and currently has 370 staff on the ground in Haiti. Your donation will help provide urgent supplies needed for survival: things like water purification tablets, food, and tents. World Vision will also help provide continued support to Haiti as they rebuild and recover...a long process for a country already struggling with poverty.

It would mean so much to me if you would join me in this effort and help me to reach that goal. You can partner with me and stand with Haiti by sending a monetary gift or by deciding to run as well(there's also the option of running a half-marathon)! I pray that as you consider joining me, either financially or physically, that you would remember the children, Marie-Olene, Woodson, and Emmanuella, that I wrote about in a past entry. I'm attaching a picture of Marie-Olene to this one. Your partnership will enable more children just like her to get a meal or vital medical treatment, and help to rebuild their country. Whatever you choose to do, please continue to pray for the children and families devastated by the earthquake in Haiti.

The problems in Haiti are overwhelming. But I know there is something we can do. Whether you can give $10 or $10,000, no amount is too small. And if you are unable to partner, please feel free to forward this email on to anyone you know who you think may be interested in joining.Again, thank you for all of your prayers and support.


To donate or join a team, please visit: http://twv.convio.net/site/TR/TeamWorldVision/General?px=1048841&pg=personal&fr_id=1160

To learn more about World Vision, visit http://www.worldvision.org.

To learn more about Team World Vision, visit http://www.teamworldvision.org


Much love,


Gabrielle Apollon