As the devastation and suffering in Haiti has become clear through the media more and more people feel the need to help. In New York I have been invited to several fundraising events where people can donate money, clothes or food that will be sent via various organisations.

Fundraising events are a big thing in the United States. I don't know if people are so willing to donate because there is not a big social welfare system and they have just become used to giving if they can afford it or if it's just because there are quite a few people here with more money than what they need.

The fundraising can be done in many different ways. Yesterday I was invited to a private party where the 20 dollars entrance fee would go to Doctors Without Borders. Next week there is a bigger club where you can donate a lot more and at the same time get VIP service at the bar. Friday the 22nd MTV charity, Hope for Haiti Now, was held and broadcasted. The line up in New York consisted of artists like Madonna, Bruce Springsteen and Shakira.