By now we’ve all seen the devastating news that continues to unfold in Japan. First a terrible earthquake, followed by a tsunami and now news of trouble at four of the country’s nuclear facilities. While it’s true Japan is one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world, the humanitarian need in the wake of this crisis is enormous. Japan holds a special place in my heart as I had the opportunity to live and work there for a couple of years while in my 20’s. I’m relieved that all of my friends are safe but the on-going news of a country that I grew to love is saddening. Many international non-governmental agencies are on the ground helping the many thousands of displaced citizens. Here are a few that are accepting donations that will benefit Japan’s quake and tsunami victims: