Building Hope: Ecole Galipette and Lasting Change
In Port-de-Paix, Haiti, Ecole Galipette de la Nouvelle Mission Baptiste Haïtienne continues to be a beacon of hope for 95 children aged 3 to 8 years. Through prayer, discernment, and partnership, Lasting Change Haiti (LCH) has taken the first steps to support the school in addressing its most immediate needs.
Progress So Far
After much deliberation and prayer, the Lasting Change Haiti Board approved an initial commitment of $3,000 to complete three partially constructed classrooms and repair the leaking roof. These funds are now being put to use, ensuring that the children and staff have a safe and secure environment for learning.
Additionally, LCH has implemented a matching fund program, designed to encourage and empower the local community to contribute to the school’s success. For every dollar the school brings in from parents or local fundraising efforts, LCH will match it, up to a set amount each month.
The Gospel at the Heart of the Mission
At its core, Ecole Galipette is not just about education—it is a ministry rooted in the gospel. Biblical learning is a central part of the school’s curriculum, helping to shape young minds and hearts with the truth of God’s word.
As part of LCH’s commitment to supporting the school, providing Bibles for students and staff is an essential step. Many children and their families do not have access to Bibles at home, making the school an important source for spiritual growth and discipleship.
The Next Step: Building for Sustainability
With the classrooms nearing completion and the matching fund program in place, the next phase of support is focused on creating long-term sustainability for the school. The board has approved plans to provide funding for the construction of a small shop on the school property.
This shop will:
• Generate consistent profits to help cover operational costs, such as teacher salaries and school supplies.
• Provide an opportunity for the local community to engage further, as shop profits directly benefit the children’s education.
• Strengthen the school’s financial foundation, reducing dependency on external aid over time.
To ensure the shop’s security and success, the project will include investments in:
• Installing secure doors and iron bars on the windows.
• Purchasing initial inventory for the shop.
• Training the school leadership team in basic business practices to ensure the shop is managed effectively.
The Impact
The combination of completed classrooms, the matching fund program, and the construction of a shop will create a stable foundation for the school’s future.
• Safe Classrooms: Students and teachers now have a secure place to learn, shielded from rain and other disruptions.
• Gospel-Centered Learning: With Bibles provided, children will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of God’s word, shaping not only their education but their spiritual lives.
• Empowered Community: Parents and local leaders are playing an active role in sustaining the school, encouraged by LCH’s matching program.
• A Sustainable Future: The shop will provide a stream of income that reduces reliance on outside funding and strengthens the school’s ability to operate independently.
Continuing the Journey
Ecole Galipette is a story of resilience, faith, and partnership. Through the combined efforts of LCH, the local church, and the community, this school is beginning to see a brighter future. With classrooms completed, plans for the shop underway, and Bibles ready to equip young hearts, the focus remains on sustainability and discipleship.
Together, we are building hope—one Bible, one shop, and one community at a time.
If you feel led to support this project or learn more about how you can get involved, please reach out. Your prayers and contributions are helping to transform lives in Port-de-Paix and beyond.
tim@lastingchangehaiti.org