The worst natural disaster in the Caribbean has occurred.  Haiti was struck by an earthquake, killing numerous people and injuring others.  Worse yet is that they were struck by another earthquake this week, hurting rescue efforts as more people were injured.  Crazy Poker has decided to offer a poker tournament to help out those in Haiti.  They set up the charity poker tournament for any of their online poker players who are interested in helping out the disaster relief efforts.

The Help for Haiti Poker Tournament will begin January 22, 2010 at 6:30 GMT.  There is usually a tournament at Crazy Poker on the weekend, but this disaster relief tournament will be replacing that.  Players are encouraged to join because they will get $1500 to play with as well as an additional $1500 that is for the donation to the Haitian Health Foundation.  This foundation is the one which will receive the money to help the Haitians out.  The buy in is $20 with $10 of it being donated to the Haitian Health Foundation as well.  This foundation has been around since 1982 helping out those in need.

Crazy Poker spokesperson stated that the Caribbean Island is devastated and it needs our help.  Numerous families are still looking for their lost loved ones, fearing they will remain missing or worse be found dead.  Private property, medical facilities and much more has been damaged in light of the two quakes.  The spokesperson went on to explain that the more interest in the tournament they get the more they can send to help these individuals.  Sure, countries are rallying to help, but with the need for food, clean water, and shelter it will take much more than has already been given to help out.

The Crazy Poker Tournament is just one way many online casinos and other online companies have tried to help out.  Even Facebook has Help Haiti options on their games, groups have formed, and many other places are looking to support the relief efforts.  The fact is a natural disaster can happen anywhere at any time.  It is important to help out not only to feel good, but because it could involve someone you know the next time.  The Caribbean is a key place to visit during winter months with their warm weather.  Crazy Poker is just trying to lend their hand and hope that online players will back them in their efforts.