Pausing, But Not Stopping: The Next Chapter for Haiti Made

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…

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The Summit Awaits: Mapping a Transformative Vision for 2025

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…

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Village Values: Celebrating Our Core Values

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…

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Navigating Change Amidst Haiti’s Challenges

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…

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Finding Hope Through Hardship: Lucane’s Story

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…

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Bearing Fruit: Vacation Bible School

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…

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Why Did We Choose to Start Haiti Made? 

Understanding Economic Sustainability Is it because a group of child and family advocates are passionate about fashion, leather working, or manufacturing in one of the world’s most challenging operating environments? Emphatically, no! So, what is the answer? Economic Sustainability. This phrase refers to practices that support long-term economic growth without negatively impacting the social, environmental, and cultural aspects of…

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Exploring the Needs of a New Community in Haiti

Familiar Sights and New Challenges Stepping foot in Haiti once more felt deeply reassuring. The overwhelming heat of the Haitian summer, the passionate Kreyol conversations heard all around, the chatter of goats and chickens, the variety of honking horns—even the sights and smells of burning trash—were all comfortingly familiar. Yet, we couldn’t help but miss the faces…

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