Entry: Holly Houston, World Cocoa Foundation

Like all of you, the staff of the World Cocoa Foundation has been following the tragic events in Haiti over the past week. As a part of the international development community, we have heard various stories from our partners and friends who have worked to locate their on-the-ground staff and have pulled together resources and teams to travel to Haiti after the earthquake. To witness the challenges facing the people of Haiti is to be mindful of the urgent need for rapid, effective coordination and implementation of assistance. We are greatly encouraged by the wide-reaching global response of governments, organizations, and individuals. The World Cocoa Foundation has donated to the Red Cross to contribute to these needed efforts. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Haiti and all those involved in relief efforts.