Free public education is something most of us take for granted. But in Haiti, the poorest country in the western hemisphere, private schools are the only schools and very few families can afford even the most modest tuition.

The Haiti Education Foundation (HEF) is the result of one woman's effort to make a difference in the lives of the children of Haiti.

In a nation as devastated as Haiti, it is difficult to decide where to begin to offer help. But education is the one gift that multiplies in the sharing.

For barely more than pocket change, you can help a Haitian girl or boy read, write, master a trade, and study God's Word. Your gift will purchase hope for a child, a family, a school, a village and a country.

HEF changes the life of every child who participates. With your help in keeping these schools open, the history of Haiti will be changed!

Learn more about Haiti, the Haiti Education Foundation and how you can help.

HOPE amidst Strife

Although a number of our HEF supported schools sustained damages or in some cases were destroyed, students were able to return to class and complete the school year.  Funds have been provided by generous donations to construct temporary school structures and tents so that the children and teachers can pick up where they left off in January.  All of our priests reported the importance of getting the children back to school and off the streets.  The Haiti Education Foundation board immediately made the decision to continue paying its teachers and staff despite the conditions of the school following the earthquake in January.  This brought much relief to our Haitian friends who feared they had lost their only income. 

Our board is moving forward with plans to reconstruct the destroyed guest house and schools which are primary to our mission.  We will rebuild using metal structures manufactured in the United States and shipped to Haiti ready to assemble.  These structures will be solar powered and will have purified water systems.  They are earthquake resistant and have a lifetime of 50 years.  Mission teams will be trained to facilitate the Haitians in the construction.  Our first project will be the Guesthouse in Cherident which also houses the priest’s residence.  This project will cost approximately $70,000.00 to complete.  From there we will begin fundraising for the reconstruction of the St. Matthias School, which is also located in Cherident.  The St. Matthias School is our largest school and the first HEF sponsored school built in the mountains.  It is the heart of our ministry.  This school has been recognized as one of the best high schools in Haiti…very unusual because it is a mountain school.

Although we have a number of building projects to conquer, our focus continues to be SCHOLARSHIPS.  Without money to pay our teachers, there is little need for buildings.  $55 per year will educate a child.    The road to full recovery is very long; however, we know that EDUCATION brings HOPE to the children…to the future of Haiti.   Amidst the strife that the earthquake has left in this small country…there is great HOPE!  Please continue to support the children as another school year begins.  Together, we are making a difference!

Click here to go to the "Help Haiti" page and you will see the button for donating to meet the nutritional needs of our Haiti students.

EARTHQUAKE STRIKES ISLAND OF HAITI

Although the news surrounding Haiti's devestating earthquake is not getting much media attention these days, there is still much to tell. The need is still great and many are still doing what they can to help.

All have seen much sadness, but no one can deny the MIRACLES.  We have watched in awe as children and adults have been pulled from the rubble, praising GOD!  Even in the midst of such horror, our Savior is ever-present.  It is with this hope that we press on…just as our brothers and sisters in ravaged Haiti.

We will keep you informed to the very best of our ability on the HEF Update page. 

A disaster fund has been established to help those most in need and can be contributed to through online giving or by mail.  As always, 100% of all donations will go to the need designated by the donor. 

Latest information on the HEF Update page

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