Children and teachers engage in hands-on education, critical thinking, and mutual respect.
Teacher training for schools seeking to find a more effective way to teach.
Empowering children to become literate by reading and writing in their native language.
Seven Matènwa graduates are now continuing their university education—fully supported for the year—thanks to this community.
Students cultivate organic produce, practice environmental stewardship.
Inspiring meaningful exchanges that strengthen community ties and inspire collaborative learning.
Nurturing creative expression by supporting women artisans.
Help students and families care for elders and build lasting food security.
Matènwa grads who've earned full-tuition scholarships need your help to cover costs like housing, meals, books, and more.
After fleeing violence in Port-au-Prince, Cherica found safety, stability, and a place to learn at Matènwa.
This year, more children are finding Matènwa than ever before: 350 students are enrolled, the highest number in the school’s history.
You can ensure that children like Cherica keep learning through another difficult year in Haiti. Help close a $180,000 gap by June 30th.
During my time in Matènwa, I saw exceptional teaching and creative classrooms. But what stayed with me most is the way no one is treated as an “other,” and the way belonging is woven into the very fabric of how the community works.
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By Williamson Jacques | Matènwa Community Learning Center At the Matènwa Community Learning Center, we often say that education is not only about the classroom. […]...
Pam Smith, our dedicated volunteer, long-time friend, and talented mixed media artist had an exhibit on display at Lexington Pierce Gallery November and December of […]...