Top-rated nonprofit Hope for Haiti has appointed Taylor Hebble as the organization’s new Chief Development Officer. Hebble, an employee of the organization since 2017, was promoted from the Chief Marketing Officer role.

“Over the past seven years, Taylor has led Hope for Haiti through pivotal years of growth, an organizational rebrand, and numerous campaigns designed to help raise awareness and resources for our mission. She has earned the trust of our entire organization, and we look forward to witnessing her contribution to Hope for Haiti’s mission as our new Chief Development Officer,” said Hope for Haiti CEO Skyler Badenoch.

“I am deeply honored and excited to take on the role of Chief Development Officer at Hope for Haiti,” said Taylor Hebble. “Over the years, I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact our organization has on the lives of families in southern Haiti. In this new capacity, I am committed to furthering our mission by fostering strong partnerships and driving creative fundraising strategies, ensuring that our team can continue to create lasting, positive change.”

Taylor Hebble joined the Hope for Haiti staff in 2017 after spending nearly seven years in corporate advertising. You can find her on LinkedIn here.

About Hope for Haiti:

With experience running poverty alleviation programs in Haiti since 1989, Hope for Haiti is one of the most trusted non-profit organizations working to improve the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly women and children, in southern Haiti. Hope for Haiti is a 4-star rated charity by Charity Navigator and is a participant at the Platinum Level through the GuideStar Exchange, two leading independent evaluators recognizing the organization’s transparency and careful stewardship of donor resources. To learn more: www.hopeforhaiti.com.

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Dear Friends and Supporters,

As we approach the anniversary of the August 2021 earthquake that affected southern Haiti, I am writing to share some reflections on how this natural disaster impacted our community, and how our Infirmary St. Etienne (ISE) has adjusted to continue serving those in need.

Since the devastating earthquake three years ago, our ISE has experienced a significant and sustained influx of patients. This event left many communities in the Greater South in dire need of medical attention, and our infirmary has become a crucial lifeline for countless individuals seeking healthcare. Before the earthquake, our team saw an average of 100 patients daily. Since then, that average has increased to 350 patients who receive care each day at either our ISE or mobile clinics (a 250% increase).

As the weeks after the earthquake turned into months, the patient load did not decrease. Instead, it has remained high due to both the long-term effects on public health infrastructure and living conditions caused by the earthquake, as well as the gang violence in Port-au-Prince, which has displaced many. As of the end of June 2024, our team treated more than 100,000 patients since July 2023—a goal we have reached or surpassed for three consecutive years.

Our dedicated healthcare professionals at the ISE manage a continuous stream of patients, addressing a wide range of medical needs, from chronic illnesses to maternal and child health. This work wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated team members and donors, including The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, Prevent Cancer Foundation, the Clara Lionel Foundation, and thousands of individual donors who continue to support our work. Thank you also to our Gift-In-Kind partners, Map International, CMMB, and Americares, for providing medication, sanitation supplies, and personal protective equipment.

The resilience and determination of our team and our partners have been inspiring, but the increased demand has stretched our resources. To ensure that we can continue to provide high-quality healthcare to everyone who walks through our doors or attends a mobile clinic, we urgently need your support. Your contributions make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.

SUPPORT OUR LONG-TERM PLAN

By supporting Hope for Haiti and our Infirmary St. Etienne, you are directly contributing to the health and well-being of the Haitian people. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal of providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare to all.

We are immensely grateful for your past support and hope that you will continue to stand with us during this critical time. Together, we can make a difference and provide hope and healing to those who need it most.

Thank you for your generosity and compassion.

Warm regards,

Robenson Gabriel, MD

Infirmary St. Etienne Team, Hope for Haiti

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Dear Hope for Haiti Family,

In this edition of our newsletter, we’re proud to highlight one of our healthcare partners in Haiti, Maison de Naissance, who we work with to provide maternal care for expecting mothers. Maison de Naissance, which translates to “Home of Birth,” is part of the Global Birthing Home Foundation, supporting healthy mothers and babies in Haiti.

As part of Hope for Haiti’s Gift-In-Kind and Healthcare programs, we work with donors who provide medications, vitamins, and healthcare supplies, which we import and distribute to appropriate healthcare providers in Haiti. This helps locally led organizations maintain a supply chain for treating their patients. We currently partner with 60 in-country healthcare providers, ensuring this valuable medication reaches those in need throughout southern Haiti.

There is currently an acute shortage of medication and medical supplies contributing to Haiti’s ongoing humanitarian crisis. We urgently need your help to raise $55,000 to deliver life-saving medications and supplies to our team, who will distribute them at our clinic (the Infirmary St. Etienne),  mobile clinics, and our partner healthcare facilities across southern Haiti, where they will ultimately benefit the children and families through clinics like Maison de Naissance.

Here’s a story from one of Maison de Naissance’s patients:

Uplifting Communities Through Maternal Healthcare

Juliette Delva is an agronomist in Pelerin Torbeck who is dedicated to helping the families in her community. She teaches them to grow food so they can help support themselves. She is also expecting her first child.

“At the beginning of my pregnancy, I experienced intense morning sickness and pain, making me unable to work,” shared Juliette.

Juliette’s sister recommended that she visit Maison de Naissance for treatment because the nurses and other team members treated her with immense care and respect when she had her appointment. Another benefit was that the medications were free, making seeking treatment much more feasible, as covering the costs of consultation and medications is typically challenging. Many patients in Haiti put off seeking a doctor because they can’t afford the treatment.

“Once I received the prenatal vitamins, and the nurse instructed me on how to take them, I started feeling much better and I’m able to eat now,” said Juliette.

We caught up with Juliette during her monthly check-up at the clinic earlier this week, where the midwife informed her that she and the baby were both healthy. Since taking the vitamins, Juliette has felt good enough to get back to work and continue supporting not only her family but also the community members who rely on her gardening expertise.

“I want to thank Hope for Haiti for providing the free prenatal medications I was able to receive from Clinic Maison de Naissance,” said Juliette.

You can watch our interview with Juliette here.

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