Oklahoma is no stranger to tragedy and natural disasters. Citizens from across the state have mobilized particularly quickly in order to organize and provide relief for victims of the earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Several local businesses have also initiated relief efforts and many more have setup storefront boxes or jars to help raise money for charity organizations. Many churches scheduled special collections today for earthquake victims. Combined with national charity organizations like the Red Cross, who have established a text-to-donate operation, and numerous faith-based initiatives, it has never been easier to donate money or goods.

Here's a list of local businesses, churches and initiatives that are participating in the Haiti relief effort.

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