On March 11, an 8.9 magnitude earthquake hit offshore Japan, unleashing a 23-foot (seven-meter) tsunami and leaving enormous destruction in its wake. Hundreds have been killed and thousands have been left homeless. Enormous relief efforts will be required to help Japan recover and rebuild.

As one who is presently abroad, it pains me greatly to hear of the devastation in my homeland. It is my deepest hope that we, Japanese and non-Japanese alike, can join together to provide as much support as possible during this time of extreme crisis.

Please join us in our effort to raise money through the Red Cross of America to help the many people in need in Japan. Every contribution helps, no matter the amount.
 

With sincere gratitude,
 
Takeru Kobayashi
 
※You can also donate by texting 90999 on your mobile phone.

この大災害時に今、海外にいる者として、そして日本を祖国に持つ者の一人として、最大限の支援が出来ればと思います。
アメリカ赤十字社を通じて義援金を募りますので、皆様の思いをお送り下さい。


心から感謝を込めて。


小林 尊


※アメリカ国内の携帯電話からもテキストで$10〜$30の寄付が出来ます。
90999を宛先に、REDCROSSと入力し、送信して下さい。お使いの携帯電話の次回の請求書に追加されます。
詳細はこちらのリンクをご参照下さい。
http://american.redcross.org/site/PageNavigator/ntld_Redcross_text2help_faqs