During our time at Newtype USA and PiQ we had the opportunity to work with all sorts folks in Tokyo (as well as those here in the US that hail from Japan) and in a way, we’ve also shared in the concern over the fate of that nation over the last several days. We want to take a moment to express our thoughts, prayers and hopes for the best of outcomes for our friends, colleagues and acquaintances that are in Japan and/or have families there that are being affected by the events unfolding since last Friday’s earthquake.

If you can’t provide direct assistance (as most of us probably can’t) there are still ways to reach out and help. Donate to relief efforts and give what you can to help those who are not only in desperate need but in the uncontrollable hands of nature itself.

Find out more at IFRC (International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies)