For more than four decades, I have had the privilege of witnessing God's faithfulness in Haiti. Through seasons of growth and hardship, I’ve seen the power of education to transform lives and the unwavering resilience of the Haitian people. Even in these uncertain times, the school remains a beacon of hope.
On my third trip to Haiti in 1982, I met Pastor Tito Caneus, who led a small church in Pele's vast, impoverished community. He shared a vision—a school for the thousands of children without access to education.
We began to build with the help of three mission teams from Florida Young Life and the Presbytery of Central Florida. At night, we slept on the church roof, with the distant beat of voodoo drums in the background, and during the day, we worked to bring this vision to life.
When the school opened, 60 children filled the classrooms, receiving an education and a daily meal. The following year, 150 students came. By the third year, that number had grown to 600.
Fast-forward 43 years, and the work continues. In 2021, our school had grown to serve 1,300 students with a dedicated staff of 42. Then, in 2022, as gangs tightened their grip on Port-au-Prince, nearly all schools in the city were forced to shut down.
Today, 575 students attend in person—those who live close enough to make the journey safely. Sadly, many remain at home, unable to risk the dangerous streets or have been forced to flee.
Because of the generosity of monthly supporters and gifts, 575 students still receive an education, a meal, and the love of Christ each day.
If you'd like to support our efforts in education, support our staff, and keep the children fed, the easiest way is to join our sponsorship program for only $30/month!
