KPP in Action: The KPP Sponsorship Program

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The KPP Sponsorship Program has been going strong for the last 14 years. It carries 30 students from different schools of the town of Port-a-Piment. The students stay on the program from 1ere Année Fondamentale (1AF) to 9eme Année Fondamentale (9AF), which marks the end of the Primary School cycle in Haiti. This opens the door for the youngster to enroll in a Trade school or to continue his/her academic education to attend the university.

For the student, KPP pays the yearly tuition as well as school fees and canteen where available. The program  provides all required books.

The sponsored children usually are from 5 to 14 years old. They come from very needy families and KPP gives priority to those who are doing well in school.

In Port-a-Piment, the program is overseen by Mrs. Paule Edline Orcel, an educator by career. She is responsible for selecting the sponsored students and she checks on their progress in school.

In the last 2 years and due to the difficulties of pursuing higher education in distant cities, KPP started a Sponsorship Program at the local Trade School. Ten (10 ) young men or women are now receiving training in different trades such as Masonry, Flooring or Carpentry, with increased hope for a brighter future.

Today, no less than 40 local families are benefiting from the KPP Sponsorship Program. But the number of students who have graduated from the program is over 100. KPP is proud that many of our graduates are now in early adulthood with a strong education and are able to earn a living. Watch  our latest interview with a parent to see firsthand the impact of our program

 

Credit to the interviewers: Phedo Lubin and Dir, Mac-Louis Simon

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Port-a-Piment in Action: Celebration of Vertières

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The commemoration of the battle of Vertières on November 18th, 1803, in Port-a-Piment was a vibrant and patriotic celebration to honor Haiti’s historic victory for independence. 

This year’s event was marked by a lively parade featuring students from various schools across the commune who marched through the streets singing patriotic songs that resonated with pride and unity. The Saurel Descombes’ fanfare added a festive rhythm to the occasion amplifying the energy and enthusiasm of the participants, 

This meaningful celebration was organized and guided by the directors Josue Paul and Mac Louis Simon of EFACAP (Ecole Fondamentale d’Application et Centre d’Appui Pédagogique) with invaluable support from the EFACAP Management Council. Their collaborative efforts ensured the success of the event which inspired the younger generation to embrace their heritage and keep the values of resilience and freedom that define the Haitian spirit. 

Photos; Jonel Musac
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KPP in action: Water projects

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Water is life! Profound remarks made by a beneficiary at one of the KPP-built artesian wells in a Port-a-Piment village. In the community of Jabouin, this particular well was built in 2018 as a part of one of numerous water projects that we started. Over the years, we constructed or restored artesian wells to supply the local hospital, as well as other nearby schools and villages.

During his recent visit to the village of Jabouin, KPP member Mr. Benord Domessan witnessed that many of the residents were collecting water in containers at the location of the water pump.

 

We are pleased to see that the people of Jabouin are enjoying long-term benefit from this project. And one resident who conveyed her enthusiasm, excitement and the importance of access to water to the community serves as an example of this fact.

Please click on this link to watch her video:

We would like to express our deep gratitude to our donors for their generosity towards this noble cause. It’s heartwarming to see how such projects can make a significant difference in the community.  Your support and trust made it happen, Please continue to lend your support   Please donate:

 

 

 
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KPP in action: The KPP Goat Program

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The Konbit Pou Potapiman (KPP) Goat Program, which started nine years ago, has benefited many families in the different communes of Port-a-Piment. In 2022, the program was extended to the village of Fripo, a village located approximately 1.5-hour walking distance from the center of the town of Port-a-Piment.

As of today, 28 families in the village of Fripo and its surroundings have benefited from the program. This initiative aims to improve the living conditions of residents by providing them with goats, which are valuable for both breeding and financial resources.  We hope to continue increasing the number of beneficiaries and expand our positive impact on the community.

During a recent visit to the village of Fripo, Jean Jules Musac, a KPP member and the program manager, met with one of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Claudine Laurole. Mrs. Laurole proudly shared her excitement and expressed her happiness about participating in the program. Her testimony highlights the importance and positive impact of the KPP Goat program on the lives of Fripo’s residents. Please watch the video below:

We thank our donors for their generosity and support, Thanks to you KPP has been able to help many families in need. We hope you continue to support us so we can expand further and help integrate more families in the program. Your contributions do make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

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