This past weekend, CPI was able to send our Haiti Network Leader, Jonathan Capre, to Haiti to deliver relief funds and purchase food and supplies for our friends. He was able to connect with Jean Jacques, Claude, Jeremie, Chester and Moses in Port-au-Prince. Each of them is living in tents – along with most of the rest of the residents in the capital city who are fearful of future quakes. Jonathan was able to assist each of them with funds to purchase food and basic supplies they needed for their families.
Jonathan then began the journey up to Chauffard. After several hours along winding, mountainous roads, he reached the village where we have invested so much over the last two years. The people of Chauffard were spared widespread loss of life and injury, but did sustain damage and destruction of many of their homes. As it turns out, the church/school facility that we have constructed is only partially damaged. The walls and temporary shelter are still intact and serving as a rally point in the community.
Jonathan delivered rice and beans that were distributed to the people of Chauffard. He told me yesterday that the people could not believe that he came. There has been no sign of international aid in these rural communities and the people feel as if they have been forgotten. However, Jonathan’s presence sent a clear message that we have not forgotten them and are committed to our life-long partnership with this community.
We will be traveling to Haiti in April with a small team to finalize our project plans for the Summer and to deliver more relief aid to Chauffard. Our personal partners, along with our Church Partners (The Crossing-Clermont and FPC-Lakeland) are gearing up for HUGE impact through our Summer trips.
There are several ways for you to continue your involvement or jump in for the first time. Here are at least three ways to be a part of our mission:
1. We need financial resources for the work. No apologies – great work involves great resources and you can make a huge difference through an act of generosity. Click on the “Donating” tab to give.
2. We need people with big hearts and willing hands to join our project teams. Click on the “Connect” tab to fill out an online form.
3. We also need help with projects here in the U.S. as we strengthen our home base and prepare for the future. Click on the “Connect” tab to fill out an online form for involvement.
If you want to be involved – we can find a way to connect your heart and hands to a meaningful role in the mission.
The choice is yours – do something great with your life!
