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💸 Donation Match Now Live + Your Impact in Haiti

alexa — Thu, 15 May 2025 16:28:38 +0000

Just Two Weeks Left to Hike for Haiti

Time really does fly when you’re having fun! So far, the 7th Annual Hike for Haiti has taken us from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Atlanta, Georgia, and raised more than $74,000 to support healthcare and education in Haiti. Next, we’ll head to Naples, Florida, and Greenwich, Connecticut!

Whether you’re joining us in-person or hiking and fundraising in your own community, remember that the fundraising deadline for this year’s prize eligibility is on May 31! So keep sharing your team or individual fundraising pages to help even more people get access to essentials like school books and asthma medication, while securing your spot as one of our grand prize winners!

$7,000 Donation Match Live!

In honor of the 7th Annual Hike for Haiti, we’re excited to announce that the next $7,000 in donations will be matched, instantly DOUBLING your impact! Help us reach our goal to raise $100,000 to support healthcare and education in Haiti by May 31 by making a gift today. Every dollar makes a difference!

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT NOW

How Your Support Makes an Impact: Belizaire’s Story

At just 13 years old, Belizaire Mikerbens faced a life-threatening mystery illness that turned his once-happy childhood upside down. His family, already struggling financially, quickly ran out of resources trying to afford his care, until they were told about Hope for Haiti’s healthcare clinic, the Infirmary St. Etienne.

“I received all this treatment without paying any money,” said Belizaire. “The medical staff was really patient, and they explained everything to me about my diabetes [diagnosis]—when and how to take insulin, how to control my blood sugar level, and how to eat. I also received a device to monitor my blood sugar, alcohol, insulin, and other medications. Thanks to the information I received at ISE, I now raise awareness among my friends at school and in the neighborhood on how to recognize the signs of diabetes.”

Belizaire’s story is a powerful reminder that your generosity helps save lives! Read more about Belizaire’s journey here.

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Explore Our Infirmary St. Etienne with CEO Skyler Badenoch

By now, you’ve likely heard a lot about our Infirmary Saint Etienne (often referred to as the ISE), located in Les Cayes, Haiti. In this new video, Hope for Haiti CEO Skyler Badenoch invites you to take a look inside the infirmary to meet team members and see how your donations make truly life-changing impact.

SUPPORT HEALTHCARE THROUGH THE HIKE FOR HAITI

Introducing Buckets of Hope

This August and September, join us for Buckets of Hope, a national fundraising campaign benefiting Hope for Haiti’s WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) program.

In honor of National Water Quality Month, we’re rallying schools, churches, businesses, sports teams, community groups, and more to take part in a simple, powerful challenge: to fill a bucket with donations to provide clean water access in Haiti.

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💉Vaccination, Facilities Team, & Hike Update

alexa — Tue, 06 May 2025 19:57:37 +0000

In the wake of World Immunization Week (April 24-30), we are reminded of the vital role vaccines play in giving every child the chance to grow up healthy and protected. Ten-month-old Joanie Pierre Joseph is a shining example of how access to vaccines can change a life.

Joanie’s mother, Toussaint Francesse, began bringing her to Hope for Haiti’s Infirmary Saint Etienne when she was just a few weeks old. She was immediately impressed by the warm, welcoming staff and the extra care given to children, like the medicine provided after each injection to ease pain and fever. Month after month, she returned, and today, Joanie is fully vaccinated.

Thanks to the consistent and accessible vaccination service offered at the Infirmary Saint Etienne, Joanie is now protected against dangerous diseases like polio, measles, and diphtheria. Even in the face of an outbreak, she has the defense she needs to stay healthy and thrive. Her mother is deeply grateful not only for the treatment, but for the dedicated staff and the ongoing commitment to community health. She hopes vaccination will remain accessible in Les Cayes so that every child in the area has the same opportunity to grow up safe, strong, and well.

SUPPORT HEALTHCARE ACCESS TODAY

Thank You to Our Facilities Team!

May 8 is World Facilities Management Day, so we’re taking this opportunity to recognize and thank the wonderful team members who maintain and clean our office and Infirmary St. Etienne in Haiti. Cleaning and building maintenance are a vital part of our ability to get work done and welcome patients to the clinic. Thank you, Facilities!

Facilities Team Members:
Rony Guiny (Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator)
Ronald Bathelemy (Facilities & Maintenance Assistant)
Velant Clerge (Facilities & Maintenance Assistant)
Marco Delinois (Facilities & Maintenance Assistant)
Luce Destine (Facilities & Cleaning Assistant)
Rose Marie Edma (Facilities & Cleaning Assistant)
Fabienne Laudin (Facilities & Cleaning Assistant)

Now that it’s May, we have officially reached the halfway point of the 7th Annual Hike for Haiti Challenge! With less than one month left to reach our goals, here are a few ways you can get involved today!

Join us in person for the Naples, Florida, or Greenwich, Connecticut, Hike for Haiti activations.
Register to take the Hike In Your Community.
Donate to support education & healthcare access by supporting the Hike for Haiti.
Wear your support by shopping our limited edition Hike for Haiti-branded apparel.
Share the Hike for Haiti with your co-workers, friends, and family, online or in-person! We’ve created a comprehensive Hike for Haiti toolkit filled with talking points, graphics for your social media, and more to get you started!

MORE ABOUT THE HIKE FOR HAITI

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Hope for Haiti Partners with Organizations to Build Earthquake-Resistant Homes for Families

alexa — Thu, 01 May 2025 15:04:52 +0000

Five families in the community of Ravine Sable, Haiti, are in brand new homes, thanks to funding from HomePlan and a partnership between Hope for Haiti and the Man Dodo Humanitarian Foundation. These families each lost their homes during the catastrophic 2021 earthquake in the Sud Department. Unfortunately, the reconstruction project encountered numerous challenges, delaying the completion of the new homes, including the verification process of land and home ownership with local authorities, securing a contractor willing to work in this remote area, and the shutdown of Port-au-Prince’s port and customs, which impacted the delivery of materials.

By June, 2024, work was underway on all five homes. On August 18, 2024, Hope for Haiti staff joined the staff of Man Dodo and the beneficiary families to inaugurate their newly built homes. Each home consists of a house with a porch, a large living/dining space, and two bedrooms, as well as two outbuildings containing a kitchen and toilet.

Testimonials

Anasta at the home inauguration

Anasta Bacien is a 57-year-old resident of Ravine Sable in Cavaillon, and lives with four of her seven children. She was raised by her godfather after the death of her parents. Not able to afford school, she began working as a child. Once a mother, she worked as a ti machann (vendor), selling ground coffee, candies, bread, and peanut butter to support her children and enable them to attend school.

She describes the impact of the 2021 earthquake on her home in emotional terms. “My situation was so desperate. Even though my house didn’t collapse, it was severely damaged. I used sheets and sheet metal to cover where the walls had collapsed so I could sleep indoors. In the evening, I had to have a flashlight in hand to check for bugs around the house.”

With a newly-rebuilt house, her situation is much improved. “This new house has changed my living conditions. After the earthquake, I lived in a house where, when it rained, there was water all over the inside. Now, I live in a comfortable house and I am no longer afraid of the rain. I feel more safe.”

“My previous situation had a great impact on my health, because it was a source of stress and anxiety for me.” Anasta explained. “Now, my children and I are happier. We won’t worry anymore about finding metal sheets to keep people from seeing inside our house.”

Anasta (center) in front of her home

Jean Willey Petit-Bois is a 42-year-old resident of Ravine Sable in Cavaillon, and lives with his wife and two daughters. He was born in Cavaillon and attended primary school there, then
moved to Port au Prince for high school. He returned to his hometown to pursue post-secondary studies in mathematics and now teaches at Ecole Frères-Unis de Ravine Sable.

Jean Willey and his daughters at the home inauguration

He described the impact of the 2021 earthquake on his family. “My family first lived in a very tiny house, with one room. With our daughters were growing up, we decided to build a more comfortable home. Even though it was incomplete, we had moved there before the earthquake occurred. My daughters were playing inside when the earthquake struck and the house collapsed. Thanks to God, neighbors rescued my daughters from the rubble. Consequently, we had to return to our uncomfortable tiny house. Every single day was a big challenge for us. There was no privacy for me and my wife, and my children got sick very often due to the mess inside and exposure to low-quality air. Living in the tiny house psychologically affected me. Sometimes I used my radio to avoid thinking about it.”

Jean Willey described the impact of his new home. “The biggest change for me is that we no longer have privacy problems and there is no mess or bad smells to make us feel embarrassed. I feel safer now. One day, while I was at school teaching, robbers got into our tiny house and stole my cell phone. I think with this house that incident wouldn’t occur. My daughters got sick very often because of the low-quality air and constant heat inside our tiny house. I believe, with this house, they are going to be healthy,” he continued.

Although mostly positive about his new home, Jean Willey did have one suggestion for future home builds. “I really like the house. I would prefer that, for more privacy when eating, the dining and living rooms were separated instead of an open room, however.”

Asked if he had anything else to share, Jean Willey said, “I am at a loss for words to express my gratitude for this very nice house.”

Kenold’s partner and daughter in front of their home

Kenold Menard is a 48-year-old native resident of Ravine Sable in Cavaillon and lives with his partner and daughter. He described the impact of the 2021 earthquake on his family’s living
situation. “Our house was severely damaged, so the actions to take were demolition and reconstruction. Fortunately, my brother allowed me, my wife, and my daughter to stay with him until we rebuilt our own house. We had to share one room. Despite being hopeless, we adapted to our new living conditions.”

Kenold described how the loss of his home impacted his mental health. “Losing my house made me depressed. We all lived in a single room. I was not comfortable and was depressed because
losing my house was like a step back. Moreover, no friends could visit me because I always declined any time they wanted to. I felt ashamed!”

Now, his situation is much improved. “The biggest change is that we have a safer and bigger house now. I feel more safe because I believe, in the event of an earthquake, cracks or even partial collapse of walls won’t jeopardize the building as a whole.”

More Photos from the Inauguration

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In the face of crisis, we take action

alexa — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:50:57 +0000

Dear Hope for Haiti Family:

Last week, I traveled to Haiti to stand alongside our incredible team as they kicked off the 7th annual Hike for Haiti Challenge, a movement rooted in solidarity and hope.

What’s happening in Haiti right now should never happen. Not to any nation, not to any people. And certainly not to a country that has given the world so much, in spirit, in strength, and in the relentless pursuit of freedom.

While much of the world sees only the headlines about gang violence, poverty, and despair, I had the privilege of witnessing something different: the best of humanity. Hope for Haiti’s team is doing what they’ve always done: showing up. With courage. With compassion. With unwavering commitment.

At a time when so many systems have collapsed, my colleagues in Haiti are continuing to help provide quality education to children and critical healthcare to families because access to learning and healing should never be determined by geography or circumstance.

Hope for Haiti team members from various departments pose for a photo together during their hike to the mountaintop community of Marre à Coiffe, Haiti, kicking off the 7th annual Hike for Haiti Challenge.

On Saturday, we hiked in the mountains of southern Haiti with hundreds of schoolchildren, teachers, partners, and colleagues. Each step was a powerful reminder: in the face of hardship, we walk together. And every stride we take brings us closer to a world where opportunity isn’t limited by borders.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Your support inspires us to keep going.

With gratitude,

Skyler Badenoch

CEO, Hope for Haiti

Hope for Haiti team members celebrate with students and community members after completing the 10.5-mile Hike for Haiti at Marre à Coiffe.

A collage of photos from the team’s hike on April 5.

The Hike for Haiti is more than just a walk; it’s a global movement of changemakers joining together to support Hope for Haiti’s mission to improve the quality of life for the Haitian people, particularly women and children. The event is inspired by the daily journey of Haitian students in the rural community of Marre à Coiffe, who walk steep mountain paths to attend school. Your participation symbolizes solidarity with their determination and helps provide essential resources, including school supplies, teacher support, and access to clean water.

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🇭🇹Teacher Training, Accountability & Hike Updates!

alexa — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:28:51 +0000

Dear friend,

At Hope for Haiti, we’re always working to expand our impact, and we’re excited to share some updates on our latest programs that are making a real difference for families in Haiti. From education initiatives to economic development opportunities, your support is helping create lasting change.

One powerful way to get involved is by joining the Hike for Haiti! This annual event unites our global community in solidarity with Haitian students who walk miles each day to access education. Whether you hike, donate, or spread the word, you can make a difference. Stay tuned for more details below, and thank you for being part of this journey with us!

With immense gratitude,
The Team at Hope for Haiti

Harnessing the Power of Education

From March 19 to 21, teachers and directors from three of our partner schools (Presbytérale Ste Anne de Boirond, St François Xavier de Morency, and Christ-Roi de Cammy) gathered in Les Cayes for a three-day training session on classroom management.

This training provided participants with new strategies to manage their classrooms more effectively and foster a positive learning environment for students.

Thanks to Herbert and Nell Singer Foundation, participants in the training were introduced to fundamental concepts of child and adolescent psychology and explored child-friendly approaches to classroom discipline, such as positive discipline and effective communication techniques. These methods help establish a classroom climate built on trust and respect, where students learn to take responsibility for their actions and develop leadership skills for the future.

SUPPORT EDUCATION THROUGH THE HIKE FOR HAITI

Spotlight on Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)

An update from Yoosley Leconte, Hope for Haiti Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Manager:

“At Hope for Haiti, we are committed to data-driven decision-making. We truly believe that accurate, reliable data is key to ensuring our programs are accountable and create a lasting impact.

This month, our Senior MEAL Officer, Mirat Lauvenski Louis, is conducting a data validation at Dispensaire Ferme Le Blanc, Torbeck, as part of the Equity Accelerator Funding project in partnership with JSI Research & Training Institute Inc., a vaccination project implemented in two communities (Camp Perin and Torbeck) in the South Department.

The routine data quality assessment is a powerful tool to inform decisions, ensuring every dollar spent on our programs creates meaningful change.”

We Need Your Help – $1 Million is Within Our Reach!

Since the first Hike for Haiti in 2019, people from around the world have come together to raise more than $800,000 through this feel-good movement. This year, our goal is to reach the $1 million mark, and we need your help!

You can join the movement today by making a donation, creating or joining a team, registering for an in-person activation (see graphic below), or by becoming a sponsor or ambassador!

JOIN THE HIKE NOW

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🕯️ Illuminate by Hope for Haiti

alexa — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:38:48 +0000

Hope for Haiti’s Newsletter is Now Illuminate!

Dear Hope for Haiti Family,

In everything we do, the Hope for Haiti team strives to keep people at the center of our storytelling. After all, the people are why this work matters and who your support is affecting.

We’re excited to announce that the Hope for Haiti email newsletter is now Illuminate, named for our continuous effort to shine a light on the positive, impactful stories happening every day in Haiti. Thank you for being part of this journey with us and your commitment to helping us improve the lives of the Haitian people, particularly women and children.

A Mother Finds Hope Through Targeted Financial Support

Before becoming a beneficiary of Hope for Haiti’s Digital Cash Assistance (DCA) Program, Nadia Ogzama, a 31-year-old mother of two, experienced moments of despair. “It was hard for me to find enough to feed my children,” she shared, her voice filled with emotion. “I worried most about Richardson, my youngest, who is only 12 months old. Without proper nutrition, I feared for his health.”

Hope for Haiti Launches Diabetic Children’s Club to Empower Families

In this update, Hope for Haiti Clinic Manager Jean Herns Dede shares valuable insights and the moving cases that led to the development of our first-ever diabetes support group for children.

“…for effective and efficient care to be provided to the children, parents must be educated about the disease,” said Miss Sandina, Hope for Haiti Head Nurse.

Save the Date for the Annual Hike for Haiti!

Join us this spring as we embark on the 7th annual Hike for Haiti! Since the first hike in 2019, people from around the world have come together to raise more than $800,000 through this feel-good movement.

Hike prizes and in-person activations will be held from April – May 2025. Stay tuned for details!

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Honoring 15 Years of Resilience and Progress in Haiti

alexa — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:15:23 +0000

Fifteen years ago, I stood in Haiti as the earth shook beneath us, altering the course of countless lives forever. The 2010 earthquake brought unimaginable devastation—homes reduced to rubble, families torn apart, hundreds of thousands dead or injured, and communities left reeling. Yet, even in those darkest moments, I witnessed something extraordinary: the courage, strength, and determination of the Haitian people.

Several weeks after the earthquake, I found myself boarding a U.S. military flight out of Haiti. I had been working as a first responder near the quake’s epicenter in Carrefour, sleeping in a 10,000-person tent encampment alongside heroic Haitian doctors, nurses, and first responders who gave everything they had to help others. Exhausted, heartbroken, and forever changed, I sat on that plane overwhelmed by emotion and made a promise to spend the next 20 years of my life working to empower and resource local community leaders in Haiti.Serving as the CEO of Hope for Haiti has allowed me to continue to fulfill that promise in ways I could never have imagined. Before, during, and after the earthquake, Hope for Haiti’s work has remained steadfast in its mission: to provide resources and training to those shaping Haiti’s future. From entrepreneurs creating jobs and building businesses, to nurses and doctors improving health outcomes with unwavering compassion, to young scholars who embody hope—like one of our scholarship recipients who recently graduated college and is now beginning her career as a nurse, determined to serve her community—and to families striving for a brighter future for their children, we are committed to empowering and resourcing Haiti’s changemakers.

If you are following the news surrounding the 15th anniversary of the Haiti earthquake, you’ve likely seen headlines focusing on the misuse of funding, government corruption, and the current challenges in Port-au-Prince. While these issues are real, that is not the full story.

What often gets overlooked are the stories of transformation and progress happening every day. Haiti is not just its struggles, nor is it solely defined by its capital city. It is a nation of extraordinary people—economic development professionals teaching women the power of communal saving, nurses providing critical care to patients, farmers feeding their communities through innovation, and families striving for a brighter tomorrow. These stories may not make the headlines, but they are the heartbeat of Haiti’s progress and potential.

Fifteen years later, I’m reminded of three vital lessons from the earthquake that remain just as relevant today:

Empower and Resource Local Leaders: Sustainable change happens when we support leaders who know their communities best. By investing in their leadership, we create a lasting impact.
Transparency, Accountability, and Good Governance Are Non-Negotiable: The earthquake highlighted the dangers of inefficiency and the misuse of resources. All organizations working in Haiti must adhere to the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and governance, ensuring every dollar is used effectively and transparently to create measurable results that are available for all to see.
Focus on Realistic and Tangible Action: Haiti’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but progress is made through realistic, actionable goals that address immediate needs while building for the future. This pragmatic approach creates ripple effects of progress where it’s needed most.

As the Haitian proverb says, “Dèyè mòn, gen mòn”—beyond the mountains, there are more mountains. The challenges are great, but so is the determination of the Haitian people and the global community committed to walking alongside them.

The earthquake 15 years ago revealed both the immense challenges Haiti faces and the incredible resilience of its people. While the country continues to confront adversity—political instability, economic hardships, and natural disasters—there are countless examples of progress driven by those who refuse to give up.

Now, more than ever, Haiti needs a global community that believes in its potential. I invite you to take action:

Donate: Support programs that empower local leaders and deliver meaningful change.
Share: Help amplify stories of progress and hope to counter negative narratives.
Advocate: Stand for accountability, equity, and sustainable solutions for Haiti’s future.

Together, we can honor the lives lost, celebrate the resilience of the Haitian people, and commit to writing the next chapter of Haiti’s story—one of hope, determination, and transformation.

With gratitude and hope,

Skyler Badenoch,

Hope for Haiti CEO

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🩺 Pediatric Nutrition Clinic & Gala Update

alexa — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:43:47 +0000

Hope for Haiti Family,

Happy new year! Mèsi anpil (thank you very much) for embarking on another year of improving lives in Haiti with us. We’re looking forward to what’s to come, and immensely grateful for your continued support.

In late December, our team held a special nutrition clinic with our pediatric care partners from Simon, where the nutritional health of more than 80 children was evaluated. The parents were provided with information and resources to help improve their children’s nutrition (as needed), and also offered blood sugar and blood pressure screenings for themselves.

As this clinic was just before Christmas, it turned into a health-focused celebration, with music and dancing between consultations.

Recently, Hope for Haiti Photographer, Magdala (Magdie) Saintil, checked in with members of our team at the Infirmary St. Etienne to see what a typical workday is like. Check out the video here !

Save Your Seat for The Luminary Gala

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Don’t miss your chance to see Wayne and his talented band perform live during our Luminary Gala on Saturday, February 15!

Event Details:

Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Location: 2600 Tiburon Drive, Naples, FL 34109
Attire: Upscale Cocktail
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now!

Save My Seat!

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Together, We Brought Hope to Haiti in 2024

alexa — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 16:52:34 +0000

Our Year in Photos

This year highlighted how our team works together to overcome the challenges we face, always putting community first. As we pause to think about the possibilities of the new year, we want to thank you for being by our side and supporting our work.

This video is dedicated to our team members, who sent in their favorite photos showcasing the work they accomplished in 2024 with your help. Mèsi anpil, thank you, for watching and for your dedication to the people of Haiti! We hope you and your loved ones have a safe and healthy 2025.

Hope for Haiti Family,

In 2024, Hope for Haiti supported over 7,000 Haitian school children and provided more than 100,000 medical consultations to children, parents, and grandparents. Last month, we transported more than $4.3 million worth of high-value medication and medical supplies into southern Haiti to be used by Hope for Haiti’s medical team and our partners. Since last May, we’ve provided critical cash transfers to food-insecure mothers, completed the construction of a new primary school, and worked with partners to construct 5 new homes for families whose homes were destroyed in the 2021 earthquake.

These milestones are more than accomplishments—they’re solutions to urgent problems faced by Haitian families every day. They reflect the power of working together, of believing that even in the hardest of times, progress is possible.

This year has not been without its challenges. Haiti continues to endure political instability, gang violence, natural disasters, and a food security crisis that affects millions. But despite these obstacles, a light of hope has shone through in every community and individual we serve—fueled by the resilience of our team in Haiti and inspired by the generosity of supporters like you.

With every school built, every health consultation provided, and every cash transfer delivered, we are creating opportunities for families to rebuild their lives. We are proving that even in the face of unimaginable challenges, meaningful change is possible.

As we look ahead to 2025, we remain committed to being a source of hope and solutions for Haiti. Together, we will:

Expand our healthcare programs to reach even more families in need.
Support students and teachers with the tools they need to succeed.
Expand our clean water program to help deliver access to clean drinking water to rural areas.
Import and distribute more than $30 million in medication and medical supplies to people who need it most.
Work with partners to deliver innovative solutions to food insecurity and economic challenges.

None of this is possible without you. Your support fuels every life-saving initiative, every brick laid in a new home or school building, and every moment of hope for the people of Haiti.

Thank you for standing with Haiti through the darkest of times. Together, we will continue to bring light, hope, and solutions to those who need them most.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Skyler Badenoch
CEO, Hope for Haiti

P.S. As we close out the year, please consider making a gift to ensure we can continue this critical work in 2025. Together, we can create even more impact.

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Diabetes Awareness Activities & More Program Updates

alexa — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:55:38 +0000

As you may know, Hope for Haiti, with the help of supporters like you, takes a holistic approach to poverty alleviation by addressing several aspects of people’s lives. In the update below, Clinic Manager of our Infirmary St. Etienne, Herns Dede, shares how recent clinic activities benefitted families in southern Haiti.

“During World Diabetes Month this November, the Hope for Haiti team actively raised awareness within communities in southern Haiti. Activities included public screenings in community spaces and schools and hosting educational talks where thousands of individuals learned about diabetes and were encouraged to promote screening within their communities.

This past month was not only focused on raising diabetes awareness, but also on empowering patients from our Diabetes Club with financial literacy. On November 28th, over 100 members of the Diabetes Club participated in a financial education lesson, underscoring the clinic’s commitment to holistic patient care and well-being.

Gina Casseus, a 47-year-old club member, expressed her excitement, saying, ‘I wish I’d taken this training earlier! If I had done it when I was younger, I would have a strong and stable financial situation today.’

Another patient shared: ‘I had a business before, but it failed. My husband and I were discussing how to restart it because life is so expensive these days, but I didn’t know where to begin. This training came at the perfect time, providing me with valuable advice to rebuild and achieve stability.’”

Give the Gift of Health
2:1 Donation Match Active!

Your generous donations this giving season will contribute to providing free medical care and medication for children, parents, and grandparents in southern Haiti through our Infirmary St. Etienne and mobile clinics in rural communities. You can become a healthcare hero today by making a donation of any amount. All donations are being matched dollar-for-dollar (up to $50,000), DOUBLING your impact, thanks to Kardia Transport!

HELP SUPPORT FAMILIES IN HAITI

Save Your Spot for Our Annual Gala

You’re cordially invited to Hope for Haiti’s annual gala on Saturday, February 15, to celebrate an incredible year of impact in southern Haiti. This year’s event, The Luminary Gala, will celebrate the light and hope brought to our partner communities by our team and supporters. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of live music, moving impact stories, and more, in the ballroom of the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón.

JOIN US THERE

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Click here to download the complete sponsorship information.

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