One of the poorest and least developed countries in the world, Haiti in recent years has struggled with problems ranging from near-constant political upheaval, health crises, severe environmental degradation and an annual barrage of hurricanes, which killed an estimated 800 people and caused vast damage in 2008.

On Jan. 12, 2010, a massive earthquake struck Haiti, reducing much of its capital to rubble. It was the worst earthquake in the region in more than 200 years. Since then, there have been aftershocks, causing even more devastation.

It’s far too easy to feel powerless to help in the face of such heartbreaking news. But you can help!

To give to the Red Cross, phone users can text the word “HAITI” to 90999 to donate $10, and when prompted, hit “YES” to confirm the donation.

The donation is added to the cell user’s bill, and receipts are available.

Other text-message codes for donations include:

• Text the word “HAITI” to 20222 to donate $10 to the Clinton Foundation Haiti Relief Fund.

• Text “HAITI” to 25383 to donate $5 to the International Rescue Committee.

• Text “HAITI” to 85944 to donate $10 to the International Medical Corps.

Also, some of my favorite companies have started donation campaigns for relief work in Haiti. Through January 28, StacksAndStacks.com will be donating $10 on every order over $100 dollars to the American Red Cross. You can make this a philanthropic double whammy - buy some organizing supplies for a local charity in your neighborhood, and if you spend over $100 dollars, you’ll be helping Haiti as well! It’s a new version of “Think Globally, Act Locally” - it’s “Act Locally, Act Globally”!

Hey everybody, I’ve been hearing a lot about this recession. In fact, the other day, my friend said “Nicole, I’d like to get a tie rack, but it just seems too expensive! What should I do?”. Well, I’m going to tell you guys the same thing I told my friend - just because money is tight, doesn’t mean you can’t keep your ties organized! Also, think about it: you invested good money into your collection of ties. If you let your ties get ruined, it’s like you’re wasting money! And nobody likes that. So, let me show you a low-cost, low-effort way to keep your ties neat and organized!

This Double Sided Tie Hanger is the best way to keep your ties and belts organized, without a traditional tie rack. Plus, it will hang in your closet! This Solid Oak Hanging Belt and Tie Rack helps prevent wrinkled, creased ties and tangled-up belts. Each belt and tie hangs separately so your accessories are safe and easy to find. Sturdy 1/4″ solid oak hanger with brass hooks and pegs is designed to hold 24 neckties on one side and 10 to 15 belts on the reverse.

So, there you go! It just goes to show that there really is a tie rack for every budget out there! So, don’t wait for the stock market to go up before you start taking care of your ties and belts! Do it today!