PROJECTS
We have a number of projects needing funding now. Below is a list in full of all of the projects which have been undertaken or will be undertaken as soon as the funding is secured.
Of utmost importance is the fixing of the fence surrounding our 5-acre property. The weather wreaks havoc on the cement mud used to put the fencing up. Every few years patchwork needs to be done. This year, however, we need to replace the entire fencing structure. Existing holes in the fence leave the orphans and staff vulnerable to danger.
Please remember that we started the school in 2011 with 132 children who ranged in age pre-school-grade 3. Today we have 320 children and we're teaching Pre-1 up to grade 6.
Check out the NEW Playground Gallery!
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ALL DONATIONS ARE WELCOMED
Full-funding or partial funding.
You decide!
The following projects have been listed in order of importance to the safety/well-being of the children we support.
Fencing
The plaster fencing we have surrounding and securing our 5-acre property is in need of complete replastering on the inside and out in order to preserve it. The fence was installed in 2009 and is nearly ten years old. There are large pieces missing on both sides of the fence and in some cases, the hole goes through to the outside. This is a huge undertaking for the school, as you can see with the price tag below. We’re looking for construction volunteers as well as generous donors to help us secure our schoolchildren.
$60,000
Finishing Touches Girls Dorm​
COMPLETED!
We estimate that 40% of the children we serve have been displaced by their families. This is why we need to finish the two dorms which we're currently building for orphaned children will live. Our first dorm is mainly completed; although it still needs septic system yet before it can be habitable The second dorm needs building yet, Once finished, one dorm will hold girls, the other boys. We'll also be hiring 2 nannies for the dorms once they are open.
$4,700 to install Septic System for children's dorm.
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Approximately $1,000 for plumbing and furnishings.
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$400 hiring of two full-time nannies to oversee children living within the dorms.
Electrical Upgrade - School
Above you will see that we are seeking new computers for our 7th-9th graders. With computers comes a need for upgraded electrical within the school.
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$2,000
Paint School Interior
Thanks to a group of men in Minnesota, who gave their time, energy and funds this project has been accomplished.
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$4,500
Window Screens
This has been accomplished! Thank you!
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$4,000
New Desks, Chairs, Blackboards, Refurbishing Plumbing (Sinks, Toilets)
After eight years of the hot and dry Haitian environment, plus the toll 342 kids using the facilities have taken, we are in need of new toilets, sinks, plumbing refurbishing, blackboards, desks and other equipment.
$1,500
Security Guard
Safety is of utmost important to us. We would use the security guard mainly at night to patrol the facility.
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$200/month
Playground Equipment
UPDATE: PROJECT COMPLETE! Please check out the photos
We've grown so much since we started in 2009 (131 kids to over 342 today), that our outdoor playground equipment isn't sufficient for us to use. Please help us purchase, ship and pay duty on new equipment for the Fountain Kids.
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IN ADDITION TO PRAYER, HERE ARE THREE WAYS YOU CAN HELP
GIVE ONLINE
God always provides. We’re hoping that He is speaking to you right now about a one-time gift or a sponsorship of one or two children. Whatever the size of your gift, we truly appreciate it.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Construction help - novice and expert - is always welcomed. You would have to pay for your travel - approx. $1500, but we’ll feed and house you while you’re here. We are also in need of computer gurus, especially those in networking.
CHALLENGE YOUR FRIENDS
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you and a group of your friends or coworkers decided to pay for a more expensive project? Challenge them to a friendly game of “Match My Gift!"