Heartbreak in Haiti
Last week’s devastating hurricane left the southern tip of Haiti in a state of chaos. According to the United Nations, an estimated 1.4 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance and more than 1,000 Haitians have died. In some parts of the country, over 90 percent of the homes were damaged or destroyed. It […]
A Cry For Help
As we here in the United States remember those who were lost in the tragedy of September 11, 2001, we struggle to make sense of senselessness and to bring fairness to a world that seems so unfair. In Haiti, those who survived the devastating earthquake six years ago continue to suffer. The cholera outbreak that […]
Second Annual KIDS HELPING KIDS A Huge Success!
On a sunny July day, Village Partners International brought Tampa Bay kids together to race, hula hoop, craft, and play. They sat in circles for folk stories, waited excitedly to get their faces painted, slurped down icy cold snow cones, and packed surgical gauze for future medical mission trips. “I came across the event online […]
Thirst for Life
Have you ever been really thirsty? I mean really thirsty and so in need of water that your mouth is parched, your lips are cracked and the salt from your sweat runs into your eyes? The need to quench this thirst will drive you to find any source of water for you, for your children […]
Partnering to Help People Help Themselves
Village Partners International supports programs that seek to improve the lives of people in both Haiti and Uganda. There are now programs in place that offer health, education, housing, clean water, and bring micro-industries to those who are most in need.
Mobin Hospital Mobile Clinic – Compassion in Action
Want to witness compassion in action with me? Okay, you are going to need some things: a water bottle, hat, bandana, sunscreen, a heavy backpack full of medical supplies … what else? Oh, yeah – some really good boots because we will be walking. Did you pack a flashlight? We might not be getting back […]
“KIDS HELPING KIDS” A Great Success!!!!!!!!
The first annual “Kids Helping Kids” event was held on October 10 at Kate Jackson Park in South Tampa. During this time children had 8 stations to visit, each with an activity that taught about cultures and children in both Haiti and Uganda. The purpose was to open the eyes and hearts of our children […]
for the children
chiseled from black marble the mayor’s face reflects the candle light. I gaze upon the face beautiful in its angles shining in the heat of the night. I listen to the words their music flowing as the sounds rise and fall to a rhythm I cannot understand. he turns his eyes to me and they […]
Mission Trip Report: Mombin Crochu, Haiti, Feb. 20-27, 2015
Haiti Mission Trip Report Mombin Crochu, Haiti Feb. 20-27, 2015 Members: Rev. John DeBevoise Dr. Sigsby Gayle Dr. Ron O’Neal Dr. Dan Chan Dr. Sylvia Campbell Jeanne Gres CRNA Karen Muniz, RN Becky Courtney, RN Adicia Bathon, RN Terry L. Deal, MS Jennifer Reynolds, MPH Jim Cohen Sam Steckbauer Mens Baltimore Ravens Haloti Ngata Nike […]
March Angel
Village Partners International thanks Amy for her support of Mombin Crochu Hospital in Haiti during the month of March. Her generous support is helping to bring consistent medical care and prevention to those in desperate need. Youth Buffalo Bills EJ Manuel Nike Royal Blue Limited Jersey,Women’s Pro Line Clinton McDonald Red Tampa Bay Buccaneers […]