Matènwa Community School

Children and teachers engage in hands-on education, critical thinking, and mutual respect.

Institute for Learning

Teacher training for schools seeking to find a more effective way to teach.

Mother Tongue Books

Empowering children to become literate by reading and writing in their native language.

Women’s Leadership Fund

Seven Matènwa graduates are now continuing their university education—fully supported for the year—thanks to this community.

Creole Gardens

Students cultivate organic produce, practice environmental stewardship.

Summer Camp

Inspiring meaningful exchanges that strengthen community ties and inspire collaborative learning.

Art Matènwa

Nurturing creative expression by supporting women artisans.

Community Outreach

Help students and families care for elders and build lasting food security.

College Scholarships

Matènwa grads who've earned full-tuition scholarships need your help to cover costs like housing, meals, books, and more.

Support Matènwa programs

Cherica’s Story

May 27, 2026

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.

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