The 13th Month – “Ti 13èm mwa”
This year we are focusing our Giving Tuesday Campaign on “Ti 13èm mwa”… the 13th month salary. In Haiti, the 13th month salary, is a form of additional income that employers provide their employees during the holiday season, typically in December. Each month Apparent Project staff salary costs are just over $13,000. We have additional operating […]
September 2023 – Haiti Trip
I just returned from a trip to Haiti. It’s never boring! **Read the BOLD lettering for a QUICK overview!** Part one – Gratitude! The good news! Apparent Project is a safe place for those we serve! In the midst of the challenges & discouragement, our staff & students show up, grateful to have a job, […]
Kindergarten Graduation 2023
TIME TO CELEBRATE! In Haiti, graduating from Kindergarten is a really big deal! We’ve always celebrated. It was usually held at a nearby church property that has plenty of space! It was a picnic atmosphere with lots of skits, games, dances, fun & food! Families came to enjoy the fun & relax, but it was […]
May! A Month of Celebrations!
So much to celebrate!! Flag Day! Teacher Appreciation Day! Mother’s Day! Flag Day! Haiti won its Freedom from being ruled by France. Their story is complicated but their love for the Haitian flag is obvious!. The flag is the symbol of their freedom! Everyone celebrates! The kids dressed up in Red & Blue! Teacher Appreciation […]
Week of the Young Child… We are Family!
Hello from Marilyn! I hope you’ve enjoyed learning about Haitian culture & seeing the fun that our Apparent Project kids have while learning & growing in a healthy environment. It’s Friday, and today’s focus is on “Family!” So many of our kids have been attending Apparent Project since they were babies or toddlers! Our childcare opened […]
Work Together Wednesday
Today is “Work Together Wednesday” in our Week of the Young Child celebration, and we are inviting you to work together with us… Because together we can do more… and together we are better. Quote from a parent: “I like the way the teachers work with the kids. They teach my daughter how to pray, […]
Week of the Young Child – Celebrating AP Children
April 2nd through April 9th, the Apparent Project is celebrating the “Week of the Young Child.” This event is sponsored by the National Association for Education of the Young Child and is celebrated by many others throughout the USA. The purpose is to focus attention on the needs of young children and their families and […]
Batteries & Blessings…
In the midst of Uncertain Times… We were able to purchase 24 new batteries. Without them, the solar panels wouldn’t work, electricity would be a problem & often unavailable, and diesel costs would soar! With them, we can keep our childcare & schools open. We can provide a place of safety for 91 kids & our […]
2023 January – Joy! and Sorrow!
Good News!!! After all the unrest & shortages this fall, we finally were authorized to start the school year January 9th. Everyone is thrilled to be back! Staff & students!! Parents, too! We’ve had two wonderful weeks at the AP Childcare & Schools! These kids just have way too much fun!!! Weekly worship, Bible teaching and […]
2022 A Faith Journey!
Dear Friends, We are grateful for our long-term supporters & those who have joined us in 2022! You are sowing into good soil. Together we are growing a new generation of leaders in Haiti, people who will be equipped to help solve problems in their country. Thank you for being part of our family in […]
