Haiti 2012
Haitians faced the adversities of life on a daily basis even before a devastating earthquake struck January 2010. Although Haiti was devastated with the massive earthquake of 2010 there is hope in the midst of struggle. We have an opportunity to help restore some of this hope to this broken region. Our May 2010 Haiti Mission is not for the casual traveler. If you feel that you have a strong sense of service to others, work well under pressure, have an incredible amount of patience and...
Read MoreSpring Break 2012
SORRY MAXIMUM CAPACITY HAS BEEN MET – HOPE TO SEE YOU ON OUR NEXT TRIP In September Hurricane Irene caused extensive damage to the east coast, especially Nags Head. The storm didn’t damage most of the nice vacation homes – just the homes of those in poverty; just the individuals and families who have it hard enough. As if this wasn’t bad enough, FEMA funds can’t touch the exgagerated costs of labor contractors are now charging to repair their homes. This is...
Read MoreVideos on Haiti
Below are some videos we suggest you watch. If you are a video buff, we have identified a few more: PBS has the best videos on Haiti Slate has some good interviews TED Video. “Haiti was a disaster of engineering.” Frontline Reports: An Optimist in Haiti Watch An Optimist in Haiti on PBS. See more from FRONTLINE. Frontline Reports: Tent City Watch The Economy of a Tent City on PBS. See more from FRONTLINE. Frontline Reports: Escape Convicts and The Battle for...
Read MoreHaiti Portal
There is so much on the web, so here are some of our suggested links for your Haiti trip. Background Info on Haiti Lonely Planet Haiti page. CIA World Factbook: Haiti Earthquake facts and figures. ______________________________________________ Travel Information U.S. State Department Warnings Center for Disease Control (CDC) Haiti Travel Guide Fit for Travel Haiti Guide … The public website of Travax ______________________________________________ U.S. Embassy & Consular...
Read MoreFall Habitat Workdays
If you would like to help us build the current Thrivent Habitat Build, all you need to do is show up to the site ready and willing to make a difference. If you want or need a ride, let us know by email. 8am – 4pm Saturday October 22 Saturday October 29 You don’t need to stay the entire time and you don’t need previous Habitat experience. Worksite: 3036 Amay James Ave. View Larger...
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This is our May 2012 Haiti Mission Trip Packet. Click here to download a printable packet Our trip will focus on four areas: Relief Children Awareness Environment Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas remain in ruins. Part of our trip will entail helping Haitian families find new housing options. We will work with a mission in the Blanchard area near Port-au-Prince’s airport. Here students will spend a few...
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