This is our fifth consecutive year reinforcing the simple but profound truth that Education means LIFE in Haiti. We continue to place a keen focus on the power of education because history has proven that Haiti’s lack thereof is responsible for perpetuating the endless cycle of poverty and dependence endured by the country for generations.
It is no secret that education is the key to building Haiti stronger. We witness firsthand the sharp contrast between Haitian children who have access to schooling and those who do not. Children who attend school are much more likely to have intact families, productive futures and a natural desire to contribute to the betterment of society. Those who do not are often faced with childhoods of neglect in the orphanage, life on the streets or criminal gang involvement.
That’s why, this September, we invite you to join us in transforming the lives and futures of 200+ Haitian children through the gift of school scholarships.
Our goal is to fund 200 scholarships by September 30, and we can’t do it alone. But together, we can and will build Haiti stronger through education!
TOP FIVE REASONS TO
INVEST IN EDUCATION
1. STRONGER CHILDREN
When children are in school, child labor is reduced and the risk of trafficking, exploitation and gang involvement decreases significantly.
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2. STRONGER FAMILIES
Parents are more likely to keep their children at home and families intact when they don’t have to worry about funding their education.
Educated children are more likely to demonstrate a sense of belonging, civic responsibility and community engagement.
4. STRONGER ECONOMY
Educated children are far more likely to be employed or start their own businesses, both of which stimulate the local economy.
5. STRONGER FUTURES
Education increases a child’s likelihood of becoming an independent, self-sufficient, contributing member of society.
3. STRONGER COMMUNITIES
TWO SISTERS. ONE JOURNEY.
HOME AT LAST!
Meet sisters Roodjina (age 15) and Francesca (age 13).
These young girls were brought to the Overture crisis center after being rescued from an orphanage that was attacked by gangs. Upon arrival, the sisters struggled with emotional trauma, physical health challenges and educational delays. They spent just over one year at our crisis center during which time their educational abilities were assessed and their needs identified to create short- and long-term support plans for success.
Their short-term plan included continuing their education while living at our crisis center to bridge their educational gaps, which they both accomplished with flying colors. Their longer-term plan included finding a two-parent foster family for the girls where they could remain together under the loving care and safety of a home environment and where they could continue their education.
Overture encouraged the girls to play an active role in choosing their foster family, and by God’s sovereign grace, Roodjina and Francesca found their perfect match! Earlier this year, they were welcomed into their new home with open arms and open hearts by parents who are fully committed to the deep responsibilities of parenthood, including supporting their ongoing education.
“I have been waiting for this moment since September 2024. Ever since we were first told about the foster family program and agreed to become a foster family, I’ve been looking forward to it. It took a long time before we were able to bring these two girls into the family, but all that time allowed everything to work out wonderfully well.”
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Today, Roodjina and Francesca are thriving with their new family and their life trajectories have been forever transformed. The girls are continuing their studies and thriving in their new home.
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“Today, we feel very good and grateful because we’ve needed a father and mother for a long time…to always be there for us, to give us an education and affection and a safe place to live. That’s what we’ve found today by being welcomed here into this family. We are so happy!”
KEEP KIDS IN SCHOOL AND FAMILIES TOGETHER!
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Roodjina and Francesca are just two of hundreds of children who are desperately awaiting an education that will allow them to remain in their homes while providing opportunity for meaningful futures filled with hope and promise. That’s the power of scholarships. Join us today as we strive to secure scholarships for 200 children in Haiti by September 30th. Because education means LIFE and it is everything. Without it, the future of Haiti cannot change.
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200 KIDS. 200 SCHOLARSHIPS. INVEST TODAY!