Category: Fund Raising Updates

Konbit Pou Potapiman celebrated its 9th Annual Fundraising this past Sunday, December 1, 2019 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Sunrise, Florida. This year was our first Luncheon instead of our annual gala.

Our Master of Ceremony, Carolle Sidney Paul opened the evening by welcoming the guests and thanked them on behalf of the Board of Directors for sharing the afternoon with us, and for their support in making our annual fundraising a success.

She introduced the Board of Directors:

• President ….. Frantz J. Jean (Milou), Vice-President and Treasurer…Carolle Sidney Paul, Secretary ….. Geto Dumesle
• Directors: Gerald Sidney, Serge Bellegarde (Unable to attend), Claudel Moise (Unable to attend)

She also recognized several organizations which had members present in the audience for their work to better life in Haiti and for Haitians in the diaspora. They were:

• Bright Futures of Thomazeau
• Concerned Haitians Americans of Illinois
• The Good Shepherd Foundation
• MCH Coalition
• Servants of Friends
• Sisterhood Guild of America
• St Antoine Hospital Funds

Carolle took the opportunity to share with the audience one of KPP’s accomplishments this year that is very dear to her: the reconstruction of the KPP’s Children Library that was destroyed by hurricane Matthew. The library is a success. The children are enjoying it.

Carolle proceeded in presenting the president of KPP, Frantz J. Jean.

Frantz also known as Milou, again welcomed the guests and thanked them for their support. And declared::“Ladies and Gentlemen, we are proud to state that Konbit Pou Potapiman has had a successful year and has reached its goals.”

Frantz touched on several of our programs and accomplishments for the year: KPP Summer Camp, Renovation of KPP’s Children Library, Construction of the wall around the library, KPP Sponsorship program, Oliver Aarestrup Prix d’Excellence, and access to clean water in Anba Dolian. He encouraged the audience  to visit our website at: www.portapiment.com for more information on all our programs and accomplishments.

Frantz also shared lessons learned from the last trip. As an organization, we must anticipate problems and put together a plan to deal with them, as was done with the training of local staff to run the Summer Camp. Also, we need to build self reliance when assistance from others is not available.

In closing, Frantz stated:

“Ladies and Gentlemen, Haiti is in turmoil; yes, it is very disturbing to hear the bad news coming from our mother land. We cannot abandon our people, and we must continue to hope.  Our people want a better life, but they can’t do it by themselves. They need us to accompany and to assist them in paving the way for a better future. We all have a role to play. KPP remains committed to fulfill its mission. Your help is much appreciated.”

Following Frantz’s speech, Carolle introduced Yvette Leblanc, singer, painter, music director, in short, the lady of many talents. Among the songs she sang for us were several love songs from her new CD. No need to say, she brought the house down.

While Yvette was singing, lunch was served. Toward the end of lunch, Yves Sidney followed. He spoke about the Summer Camp and our new goal of 20 additional kids at a cost of $1,200.00. He introduced a raffle to help raise the funds. First prize was a painting donated by Yvette Leblanc, the lady of many talents; in addition, there were several additional consolation prizes. After the results were announced, Yves thanked the audience for their enthusiasm and participation in helping raise part of the funds for the kids.

By that time, our guests were ready for some dancing. Carolle introduced Levelt Vital, Maestro of Awoze Twoubadou and son of Port-a-Piment. The band took over and electrified the audience by putting on a superb show to the delight of the attendees.

Konbit Pou Potapiman thanks the numerous guests who encourage us by their presence. KPP also thanks all who through their contributions continue to support our efforts to improve life in Port-a-Piment. Thank You! Merci! Mèsi anpil!

Yves.

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(Photos: courtesy of Arix Laroche)

Our Mission is to help develop the municipality of Port-à-Piment, a small town in Southwest Haiti.

Konbit Pou Potapiman Inc promotes Civic, Social, Educational and Health programs that benefit the community.

Together we make a difference. 

We invite you to join us on Sunday December 1st, 2019 at our Fundraising Luncheon Event for a fun filled afternoon at the

DoubleTree by HiltonSunrise-Sawgrass Mills

     13400 West Sunrise Blvd

Sunrise, FL 33323

  Please make your reservation now. The PayPal button at www.portapiment.com may be used for reservations or donations

For more information, please call us at 516-270-6144 or write us at : potapiman@yahoo.com

    Your support makes a difference in our community. Please:

Donations are welcome and tax deductible as permitted by law

Konbit Pou Potapiman celebrated its 8^th Annual Fundraising Gala this past Saturday, December 1^{st ,} 2018 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Sunrise, Florida. As in previous years, KPP’s numerous friends and supporters came together for an evening of fun and learning; to reconnect with old friends, and to support the KPP humanitarian activities.

Carolle Paul, Vice President of KPP, opened the evening by welcoming the guests,  and by introducing the other Board members. Those present were Geto Dumesle, Claudel Moise, Gerald Sidney, and Frantz J Jean, President. Carolle recognized and thanked the members of different organizations that also work to better life in Haiti.  She presented Mr. Levelt Vital, a son of Port-a-Piment and manager of the musical band Awoze Twoubadou , which would provide live entertainment for the evening.

Numerous KPP members were recognized for their extraordinary support during the year. They included Jean Marie Florestal, Yves Sidney, Shesly and Joseph Anselme, Vierthe Sidney and Nicole A Jean.

The President of KPP Frantz J Jean followed Carolle to the podium. Frantz also known as Milou, again welcomed the guests and thanked them for their support. A listing of the KPP accomplishments for the year 2018 had been sent with the gala invitation.  Frantz described some of the challenges that KPP plans to tackle in the coming year. Restoration of the KPP Children’s Library which had been destroyed by Hurricane Matthew will be a priority. Helping different communities get access to clean water is also on the list. Already, KPP met the challenge of building a community well in the village of Jabouin, and providing access to clean water to the residents. A short video featuring a resident of Jabouin thanking all who contributed to realize this project was shown to the audience.

It was then the turn of Yves Sidney, KPP member, to talk about the realization of the school construction in Jabouin. Yves captivated the audience with a vivid presentation of this remote area as well as pictures of the community school of Jabouin before and after the construction. The financial contribution of KPP and its supporters was acknowledged as well as the contribution of the BuildOn organization and that of the population of Jabouin.  Yves thanked all who had pitched in to support this project.

The rest of the evening was filled with a chicken dinner, music and dance. The band Awoze Twoubadou, electrified the audience by putting on a superb show to the delight of the attendees.

Konbit Pou Potapiman thanks the numerous guests who encourage us by their presence. KPP also thanks all who through their contributions continue to support our efforts to improve life in Port-a-Piment. Thank You! Merci! Mèsi anpil!