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The Impact of Your Giving: A Thank You from Isaac
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

The Impact of Your Giving: A Thank You from Isaac

As the school year ends, we celebrate graduates like Isaac, whose life has been transformed through Haiti Empowered. In a heartfelt letter, he shares how your support provided education, meals, and hope—and helped him dream of becoming a linguist.

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Hope in the Midst of Crisis
Kay Larson Kay Larson

Hope in the Midst of Crisis

As violence drives over a million Haitians from their homes, Haiti Empowered offers hope through schools, a clinic, and churches in the Leogane region. Your support brings food, care, and dignity to those who need it most.

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Stories from L’acul
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Stories from L’acul

L’acul won Haiti Empowered Schools’ first-ever Scholastics Meet on May 9, thanks to the dedication, teamwork, and sacrifices of students, teachers, and staff, who celebrated their hard-earned victory with pride and joy.

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Get to Know Madam Bazile
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Get to Know Madam Bazile

Over the past few months, you’ve gotten to know Pastor Bazile and the incredible impact he’s making. Meet Madam Bazile, wife and ministry partner of Pastor Gumps Bazile. Here is her powerful story and journey of quiet strength, resilience, and deep faith.

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Stories from our High School
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Stories from our High School

As part of our Virtual Haiti Experience on May 6, we caught a glimpse of daily life for three of our high school students—including a ride to school on a motorcycle! They’ve each written a letter to introduce themselves and share a little about their lives.

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Meet Director Joseph H. Elmont
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Meet Director Joseph H. Elmont

Since 2010, Joseph has played a key role in Haiti Empowered's mission to provide education, psychological support, and essential services to children and families in the Lafferonay community, with continued gratitude expressed for God's guidance and the support of donors.

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Thank You from Fauchè
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Thank You from Fauchè

One of the parents from Fauchè wants to thank you for your faithful sponsorship and to let you know what it means to her family.

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Get to know Pastor Bazile (Part 1, 2 & 3)
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Get to know Pastor Bazile (Part 1, 2 & 3)

Pastor Gumps Bazile is Head of Operations for Haiti Empowered in Haiti. He provides spiritual guidance for our villages in Léogâne, and leadership to our organization based on his vast knowledge of Haiti and her people. Read more about his story!

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Cassange Church Events
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Cassange Church Events

Did you know that in Haiti it is very uncommon for couples to ever get married? We are thrilled that the number of marriages in our community are increasing! Learn more about the two couples that got married in December!

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Chrismael & James
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Chrismael & James

Chrismael and James both went through our schools as students, and are now on staff with Haiti Empowered! Read more about their stories and how they got here!

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Pastor Kelly & Augustin
Peter Carlson Peter Carlson

Pastor Kelly & Augustin

We partner with other organizations and schools to provide additional help to Haitians. One of those is with Pastor Kelly who manages two schools and an orphanage in Haiti.

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Anita Paul
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Anita Paul

Anita Paul, a recent graduate, now devotes more time to her garden, which sustains her family. She plans to study Agronomy to expand her skills and expresses deep gratitude to those who supported her education. Watch her garden tour on our website.

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Wedding Anniversary
Hannah Egeberg Hannah Egeberg

Wedding Anniversary

Pastor and Madame Bazile celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary on July 21. Their dedication and teamwork in serving others are truly inspiring.

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School Year in Review       (2023-2024)
Peter Carlson Peter Carlson

School Year in Review (2023-2024)

Schools grew by 10%, adding 230+ students, 650,000 meals, and 3,000 clinic visits. A new professional school trained 300+ students, and a soccer league built community. Job creation expanded, employing 150+ people. Haiti Empowered continues to help individuals thrive.

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Graduate Update - Anita Paul
Peter Carlson Peter Carlson

Graduate Update - Anita Paul

Anita Paul, 22, balances school and work to support her family. Thanks to Haiti Empowered, she can complete her education. Passionate about biology, she dreams of studying Agronomy to continue her family’s farming legacy. Despite challenges, she finds joy in learning and hopes to give back.

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Nearly Graduated
Peter Carlson Peter Carlson

Nearly Graduated

Esaie Nordeus is preparing for graduation, grateful for the support that has eased his challenges. Passionate about math, he dreams of becoming a teacher and engineer. He finds joy in classmates and sports but faces struggles with hunger and illness. With faith and determination, he works hard to succeed.

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