01.14.2010 -  VENICE, FL (January 14, 2010) – Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice is accepting donations to help victims of the devastating earthquake in Haiti.

Donors may contribute to the Foundation’s Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund online at gulfcoastcf.org.  All contributions will be directed to responsible organizations that are providing immediate relief in the earthquake-stricken nation.

“Generous members of our community have responded instantly to disasters in our own region, and we know that many want to support this international relief effort,” said Teri A Hansen, president and CEO of Gulf Coast Community Foundation.  “Our Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund gives them a quick and efficient way to assist the rescue and recovery efforts in Haiti.”

For donors who would like to contribute directly to relief agencies, the Foundation also has provided access to a list of direct links at gulfcoastcf.org.