The 610 Project’s work is done in partnership with Haitian American Caucus and is designed to empower and sustain. We invest heavily in two communities: Croix des Bouquets (where we support educational initiatives for 500+ students) and Les Cayes (where we are building a second campus).
We focus on education, microenterprise development, and adult vocational training. That takes many forms, but one thing never changes: our belief that these communities are able to thrive when given the right tools. The 610 Project believes strongly that education is key in breaking the cycle of poverty. When a child is given the opportunity for education, she is empowered to dream. She is taught her life is valuable beyond measure. Our work isn’t about us. It’s about the people we serve and the legacy they will create and leave for their families and communities. We are honored to be a part of that journey with these two communities and with our Haitian partners. We hope you’ll journey with us. Les Cayes is the site of our future school campus where we’ll educate to 250+ students annually, offer adult vocational training, literacy and ESL training, and microenterprise workspace.
Les Cayes
Les Cayes is the site of our future school and guest house, being built in partnership with Haitian American Caucus. With almost 7 acres of land in rural Morne Brieux, this campus will be home to 250+ students annually, will house adult vocational and literacy programs, and offer workspace for further Microenterprise development.
CAmpus Construction
Just under 7 acres will soon be home to a brand new school and guest house, offering education to hundreds of students and adults in rural communities.
Microenterprise
We currently work with a sewing group of 45 skilled women and men in Les Cayes to develop and ensure steady work flow, fair wages, and skills-training.
Croix des Bouquets
We work in close partnership with Haitian American Caucus in Croix des Bouquets to support educational initiatives at their existing campus for over 500 students.
Haiti Bike Share
So many schools and orphanages don't have a way of offering recreation or transportation to their kids. We help with that by working with The Spinning Spoke Cycle Hub in Florence, AL to restore donated bikes and get them into the hands of organizations and kids who need them most.
BALFOUR YEARBOOK PROJECT
For the first time, our students have been able to have the full school picture and yearbook experience. Not only did our team photograph and print each child's picture, but Balfour Yearbooks printed hard-bound books for each HAC student. The formation of a student-led yearbook staff additionally offers students experience in writing, editing, and photography.
MUSIC EDUCATION
Music Education offers students greater cognitive development, problem-solving skills, creative outlets, and for many the chance of higher education scholarships. We will be launching music ed at HAC in January 2019 with beginning band camp and the school's first ever concert band.