Posts by HAFP Team

Many individuals with special needs in Haiti felt isolated and overlooked. In a country where accessibility for people with disabilities is still a distant dream, many face a life of invisibility and hardship. But for one extraordinary evening, everything changed. Night to Shine, organized in collaboration with the Tim Tebow Foundation, offered these individuals an…

Embarking on an endeavor often reveals the mountain we must climb. At first glance, you may feel a mixture of fear, excitement, and awe at the magnitude of the task ahead. The challenge before you seems overwhelming, but the key to success is focusing on each step rather than the immensity of the climb. Most…

A Difficult Decision With heavy hearts and deep gratitude, we share the news that we are putting a pause on Haiti Made leather operations. This decision was not made lightly; it came after much prayer, reflection, and grappling with the immense challenges of the current season. The hurdles we face—both within Haiti and beyond—have made…

At Hands & Feet Project, we believe 2025 is a year for endeavor. With “mountains” as our guiding imagery, we’re drawn to the profound symbolism they carry: mountains are places where God’s wisdom, power, and very presence could be found. Mountains can be frightening, challenging us to leave behind the familiar and trusting God with…

In the midst of a busy life, there’s a day that stands out each summer for us at Hands & Feet Project family—a day of joy, unity, and celebration known as Village Values Day. This annual tradition embodies our organization’s four foundational core values: Love, Honesty, Obedience, and Responsibility. Rooted in scripture, these values not…

The Power of a Meal and Compassion Can you recall a time when things were hard, and someone brought you a meal? Whether it was during the unexpected loss of a loved one, welcoming a new baby into your home, or moving into a new neighborhood—food often becomes the simplest yet most profound way we…

Today, my work feed was full of assessments from our social workers. As I read each plea for help, I found myself skimming over the details. Their full names, children’s ages, and the unique stories behind each family reaching out to Hands & Feet Project began to blur. It felt more efficient to focus on…

Through this very long season of decline in Haiti, we have been in a constant state of evaluation, adaptation, and re-evaluation. We now say the only constant is change! We have completely shifted our operations, our leadership, and our US staff presence in Haiti, but, only recently, were we forced to take a hard look…

Lucane, a devoted single mother, faced a difficult period in her life after losing her home. With her one-year-old son by her side, she found herself without a roof over their heads. In this challenging time, Hands & Feet Project was able to step in and offer the support she needed. Through our Stronger Together…

Bright Decorations and Meaningful Lessons This year’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) at our children’s villages was a burst of fun, joy, and color! The theme was “Fruits of the Spirit,” and we brought it to life with vibrant decorations of neon pink, green, orange, and yellow balloons, accented by mylar fruit-shaped balloons. Each day, we…