Welcome to Haiti On The Rise, and Thank You for Visiting Us Today!
Haiti On The Rise is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting the people of Haiti in building vibrant communities. Through ongoing physical, social, and sustainable infrastructure projects, we assist the Haitian people in improving their quality of life.
Recovery from the devastating 2010 Earthquake has been painfully slow and further complicated by Hurricane Matthew in October 2016. On August 14th, 2021, Haiti was hit again by another disastrous earthquake. More recently, local Haitian families have encountered extreme difficulties in living their daily lives as socio-political and economic problems abound. Therefore quick, innovative thinking and tremendous support is required to create a synergistic effect that will help the Haitian people recover from these on-going catastrophes over time. With the motto “men anpil, chay pa lou,” a Haitian proverb that means “many hands lighten the load,” Haiti On The Rise is committed to saving lives and transforming communities. We partner with those who have been working for centuries in Haiti to improve the living conditions of the unfortunate. By doing so, Haiti On The Rise enhances the impact of those who are already making a difference. Please help us make our vision of Haiti become a reality.
On Saturday, March 16th Haiti On The Rise will have its 9th Annual Fundraiser & Silent Auction at St Mary’s Cathedral Event Center (Geary & Gough) in San Francisco with the festivities beginning at 5PM. Join fellow supporters of Haiti On The Rise that evening as we celebrate our 9th year of humanitarian work in Haiti. Our 9th Annual Fundraiser & Auction will feature authenticate Haitian cuisine in a buffet setting, appetizers & wine bar, silent auction reception area, and live music. As you dine on extraordinary Caribbean fare throughout the evening , learn about the progress Haiti On The Rise has made on La Grotte High School construction, the growth of our student scholarship program, our Holiday food distributions in Haiti, and how you can support our humanitarian efforts. Please click on the links here for more information about our 9th Annual Gala and to get your Tickets. We look forward to seeing you then.
For those interested in supporting Haiti On The Rise through this site now, please visit our Donate Page.
Areas of Focus
Education
Haiti has a very limited public education system, thus most students’ only option is to attend private school. Although tuition is inexpensive by western standards, many families cannot afford it, and their children stay home or only attend school irregularly. This has led to a 39% illiteracy rate and few economic opportunities. Haiti On The Rise is committed to making a difference by contributing towards rebuilding the education infrastructure and helping children and adults attend school.
Construction
Although some time has passed since the 2010 Earthquake, 2016’s Hurricane Matthew, and the 2021 Earthquake, many victims are still living their lives in temporary structures. Haiti On The Rise is committed to helping the people of Haiti reconstruct and build schools, homes, community centers, and churches for those who were impacted by natural disasters and other issues. Our La Grotte High School construction project has risen from the completed foundation & 1st Floor to the 2nd Floor & roof.
Food & Healthcare
The people of Haiti struggle with an overburdened and undersupplied food & healthcare system – problems exacerbated by the 2010 Earthquake, 2016’s Hurricane Matthew, the 2021 Earthquake, and recent socio-political issues. Through our volunteer network and local partnerships in on the ground, Haiti On The Rise is committed to improving the procurement and distribution of food & healthcare to communities in need.
Pastoral Endeavors
Faith is essential in the lives of the Haitian people. Such beliefs provide enduring strength, allow those to persevere through life’s hardships, overcome insurmountable situations, and carry on. Haiti On The Rise is committed to supporting this fundamental component of the Haitian culture. By helping to restore and rebuild community and faith centers that have been destroyed, people of faith are able to gather and support one another once again.