New York, N.Y. Many philanthropists toil and make personal sacrifices—with pleasure—because of their commitment to improving the lives of others. Few realize the challenges and obstacles that some of us encounter in raising funds to support worthy causes. So, it’s always a great feeling when someone acknowledges these efforts. I experienced such a moment a [...]
Tag Archives: Haiti
Photo of the Day, April 21, 2013
U.N. Mission Assists Women in Haiti’s At-Risk Neighborhoods Women learn to read and write in Port-au-Prince’s impoverished Cité Soleil neighbourhood, where the UN Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH)’s Violence Reduction Section is working with a volunteer association to help disenfranchised women. 17 August 2011 Port-au-Prince, Haiti Photo # 483130 Tweet
Making Strides Toward Ensuring the Right to Clean Water
New York, N.Y. Like most Americans, I take easy access to clean drinking water for granted. “But it’s a fundamental human right,” Edward Buckley is quick to point out. “We all have a human right to clean water. Without it we cannot enjoy our other human rights.” Buckley, an Atlanta lawyer, has a passion for [...]
Japanese-American Doctor’s First Visit to Cuba
By Dr. Kazuko Tatsumura Hillyer. Havana, Cuba. I consider myself such a lucky person. At almost 75, I have visited over 140 countries on all continents, and I have lived in the U.S. for over 50 years. My impresario and cultural exchange work took me to many countries in the world. During the Cold War, [...]
Project Istwa Photo Exhibition: La Difference in Stonehenge-Luce Space
New York, New York. For the official opening of the Stonehenge-Luce Non-Profit Space, the storefront hosted the exhibition assembled by Project Istwa in memory of the tragic January 12th, 2010 earthquake in Haiti. These stunning visuals reminded us of the persisting beauty that exists in a country in desperate need for help. Project Istwa teaches [...]
Fleur De Vie Brings Holiday Cheer for Children in Haiti
New York, N.Y. Fleur De Vie, a nonprofit organization that supports the initiatives of struggling nonprofit organizations returned this past holiday season from Haiti after spreading cheer to children in Haiti. The “True Noel” project was in conjunction with the Consulate General of Haiti in New York. The project started with a toy drive in [...]
My Haiti Travels Launches Inaugural Impact Week Haiti Voyage in 2013
My Haiti Travels, a boutique concierge firm that coordinates high-quality travel services to Haiti for leisure and business purposes, is launching its first annual “Impact Week Haiti 2013” signature expedition to Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The five-day package will feature custom activities, volunteerism, networking and touristic exploration of the Caribbean island nation on January 17-21, 2013. The trip is all-inclusive, including all meals, hotel and beach resort stays, private ground transportation and professional escorts in [...]
J. Luce Foundation: Banner Year for Supporting Young Global Citizens
New York, N.Y. 2012: Luce Leaders, Luce Awards, Million Dollar P.R. Packages, work in India, Afghanistan, Haiti – as well as Africa and the Americas. Help us end the year! Personal NoteWith an all-volunteer staff, donated space, free social media, and Global Advisers helping us fulfill our mission of Supporting Young Global Leadership, our foundation [...]
