Haiti
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One of Kids Alive International’s most challenging and needy sites is the country of Haiti—the poorest country in the Western hemisphere. Haiti is home to more than 9.5 million people in an area no larger than the State of Maryland. The poverty in Haiti is so horrific that it is nearly unimaginable--and the most heartbreaking of its victims are the children. Kids Alive serves these unwanted children by giving them an education, nourishment, and a place to call home. Kids Alive began ministry in Haiti in 2002 and opened their first children’s home in Cap Haitien two years later, rescuing children who would otherwise have no future. Presently, Kids Alive ministers to 30 children in three homes. |
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On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti near the city of Port-au-Prince. According to USAID, more than 230,000 people were killed as a result of the earthquake. The devastation and death caused by this catastrophe left thousands of orphans roaming the streets of the collapsed city of Port-au-Prince—in addition to the more than 380,000 orphans in Haiti before the earthquake. While many agencies and government organizations are providing short-term relief efforts, Kids Alive wants to provide a long-term strategy to empower the children who have been left behind.
Currently, Kids Alive provides an education, nutritious meals, medical care and the love of Christ to more than 40 children in Haiti. Given the recent disaster in Haiti, our future plans now include additional homes for approximately 50 children orphaned by the earthquake. In one year, this will more than double the number of children in our care in Haiti. It’s a big goal, but we’ve prayerfully decided to step out in faith and take up that challenge.
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Support Philip's Place
Philip's Place
In 2004 Kids Alive opened its first Haitian children’s home, Philip’s Place, but after less than a month it was forced to relocate due to a revolution sweeping the north of Haiti. Despite the turmoil and chaos, the children of this home have found peace by praying and studying the Bible, and are readily able to quote memorized verses from the book of Proverbs. The home is also known for Christian hymns and choruses which often can be heard by anyone passing its front gate.
Support Nate's Place
Nate's Place
Nate’s Place children’s home is located next to Philip’s Place in Cap Haitien and currently cares for ten children. It was begun through the support of family and friends of two vibrant young Christians, both of whom were named Nate, who passed away tragically in their prime.
Support Joseph's Children Home
Joseph's Children Home
The smallest of Kids Alive Haiti children’s homes, Joseph’s is home to five children and their house parents. The number of children receiving this love and nurture will continue to expand in their larger facility.
