George Stines Haiti Scholarship Program

03/26/2026

Ok so here is pretty much the end of the pictures from our trip. First is Coline Berline sponsored by Sharon of MI, Woodmicainr Eustche and Wallas sponsored by Paul & Josenie of MI, Milinda Joseph and her mom(they look like they could be sisters!) sponsored by Kris of MI, Woodley Simoinis, Wallas, and Myself who is sponsored by Steve & Samantha of MI, Schnaica Bernard, Wallas, and Joan who is sponsored by Michelle of MI, Palanquet Paissa sponsored by Michael and Pixie of CA, and the Telemanque brothers who do not go to Modern school but Joan has always paid for their tuition(they live too far from our school). We also visited Coconut Lady(also known as Yvrose) and her family. They were delightful...and as expected they cut open fresh coconuts so we could drink the water!!!

03/20/2026

Here is picture of Paul and Wallas. Paul has gone on many, many trips with Fredo and Joan throughout the years. On this particularly grueling travel trip I can honestly say that we would not be able to make it without him. Also...he has a big heart. Him and his wife Josenie sponsor 3 children at the school!! The little girl in red is Fortune Zaell is one of the children they sponsor. Then I have a pic of Esperncia Bourguillon sponsored by Linda Of TN, Daniella Aladin and Marizon(Marizon the martiarch of Bassin Bleu). Daniella is sponsored by Jeff and Natasha of Canada. Then Evenson Colin and Joan sponsored by Marta & Wednall of FL, Erlence Thermogene and Joan sponsored by Jim & Beth of MI, Jefferson Bazil and Wallas, sponsored by Mary of MI, Louisson and Family(Louisson far right) sponsored by Sharon of MI, and a cute picture of Wallas and his Daughter Michelle. Enjoy your day..

03/16/2026

I said I had pictures..... First is Aissa Alexander sponsored by Marta and Barron of FL, Bertini Raphael sponsored by Judith of MI, Chiveline Badio sponsored by Deborah of MI, Diana St. Louis sponsored by Brian and Dar of MN, Diego Hilaire sponsored by Elena of MI, Jean Sonika sponsored by Terry and Kasey of TX, Kenderlie Colin sponsored by Monique of MI, and Yolanda Jules sponsored by Donna and Mark of MI.

03/14/2026

Well, I have some news. Paul, Fredo, Joan, and myself just came back from Haiti!! It was a great but difficult trip. We went because someone very close to Fredo died and he wanted to make sure he made it to her funeral. She had a good life and died at age 104. Because if gangs we did not fly into Porta Prince but flew first to Cap Haitian, then to Les Cayes, then drove to the mountain. It was a long and grueling trip. But in the end we made it and attended a very nice funeral. We also visited the school and I got a lot of pictures. I will send more in the days to come. I am still acclimating to being back. But the school is doing awesome. There are now over 300 children attending! Of course there are also many on waiting list. Times are still very tough there. Jacmel as well as the mountain have always relied on tourists and there are none. One day we went to a beautiful hotel in Jacmel for lunch. In one of the pictures today I will post a picture of a view from the hotel. Anyway the hotel had no guests, swimming pool was closed down, and we were the only ones eating there. This is the best hotel in Jacmel! But the population has increased. We assumed many people are fleeing Porta Prince. We learned one of the main gang leaders, Barbecue, was taken out by a drone. Some say he escaped and is hiding out in Dominion Republic. We don't know. But at least he is gone and not causing chaos. Here are some pictures for you. First Is the picture of the view of the restaurant. Haiti is quite beautiful. Then we have Wallas and family, one with all of us at Fredo's house, 2 school pictures, Aissa Alexander and Elysee and Joan(Aissa is sponsored by Marta and Wendall of FL), and a picture of the wonderful ladies that cooked our meals.

02/16/2026

Good Morning..just received a few more pics from Wallas..here you go: Coline Berline sponsored by Sharon of MI, Daniella Aladin sponsored by Natasha and Jeff of Canada, Florence Felissaint sponsored by Nan and David of MI, Jossaint Berlande sponsored by Ghanem of MI, Laurent Richardson sponsored by Desirae of MI, Maylie Saxon sponsored by Kathryn and Ian of MI, and Ruth Leriche sponsored by Judith of MI.

02/11/2026

OMG not sure where you are but we have a heat wave here today of 30 degrees!!!!!! Awesome. To add to that good news, I have some cute pics to share. Starting the line up is Gilles Cherlin sponsored by Ryan and Rania of MI, Joel Andre sponsored by Larry of MI, Joseph Jean Kenley sponsored by Terri of MI, Pauline Aleika sponsored by Kasey and Terry of TX, Pierre Mydarly sponsored by Monique of MI, Jean Baptiste Wisley sponsored Carol of CA, Angel Jean Baptiste sponsored by John and Delores of OH, Coline Devely sponsored Beth and Jim of MI. Enjoy your day!

01/17/2026

Here is another one of our students that graduated with honors from Modern School and was granted a scholarship, Kenlove Bongard:
Kenlove graduated from HHH’s sponsored Moderne School of
Savanette. He is entering the University of Notre Dame of Haiti in Jacmel to study economics and accounting.

“I thank you for offering me this opportunity to continue my studies. From a very young age, I was taught that education is the key to everything. For this reason, and many others, I wish to continue my studies to go further in what I started at school. I want to learn more, discover new things, and above all, prepare myself for a career that I enjoy. That is why I want to pursue my studies in economics and then specialize in accounting. I know that the job market demands many more skills, and I want to give myself a much better chance of success. From my experience, it's not just about sitting in a classroom, but also about growing, gaining confidence and maturity. I want to learn much more in my life, and this opportunity would give me the chance to become the person I've dreamed of being since I was a child. After graduation, I will be an asset to my country, contributing to financial aid efforts and finding employment. I would also like to help others, perhaps by training or mentoring their projects. I want my studies to be truly useful in life, not just on paper.”

01/11/2026

Here is Rose Mania Laurent who also graduated. By the way...if you wish to contribute to "Hands Helping Haiti Scholarship Fund" to help provide more scholarships for our sponsored children, here is link. Even a few dollars helps: https://handshelpinghaiti.givingfuel.com/scholarship-program

Rose Mania
Rose also graduated from HHH’s sponsored Moderne School of Savanette . She will be entering medicine at the Episcopal University of Haiti (UNEPH).
I want to continue my studies because I am convinced that knowledge is the key to acting, understanding, and helping effectively. My goal is to become a doctor, a profession that requires rigorous and in-depth training. Continuing my university studies is therefore an essential step for me to acquire the necessary scientific and human skills, but also to develop myself personally and one day contribute to the well-being of the most vulnerable. I hope to use my skills and knowledge to help disadvantaged people, particularly in areas where access to care is particularly difficult. My goal is to become an engaged physician capable of caring for patients but also supporting them in all aspects of their health. I also wish to participate in prevention and health education actions, in order to contribute to improving the quality of life of the population.”

01/11/2026

Good Morning. Many of you wonder what happens when our children graduate. Well many go onto college to continues their studies. They do so with scholarships. Those scholarships are only given to gifted and hard working students. Those scholarships are provided by either the state or in this case "Hands Helping Haiti". Here is Davenchy Joseph a top student that we sponsored at Modern School that graduated last year:

Davenchy is among the first graduating class from the HHH’s sponsored Moderne School of Savanette. He will be entering his first year of medicine at the Episcopal University of Haiti (UNEPH).

My ambition is to become a competent and committed doctor, close to the reality of the Haitian people. Studying medicine is not only about acquiring theoretical knowledge but also about preparing to save lives, prevent diseases and strengthen our health system, which is too often neglected in my country, Haiti. Once I graduate, I plan to actively contribute to my country’s healthcare system and establish myself as a doctor in disadvantaged areas where quality professionals are scarce. I also want to participate in awareness campaigns for long-term mobile clinics and provide training for other young people in the healthcare field.

12/24/2025

12/20/2025

How about a fun group photo...