Saving and Thriving: How the Gospel is Taking Root Through Savings Groups in Haiti
We recently received a message from one of our faithful leaders in Port-de-Paix. Despite the intense heat, he shared with joy about the progress in the savings groups. These gatherings, started through local churches, are doing far more than helping people manage finances—they’re opening doors for spiritual growth, community transformation, and renewed hope.
Here’s what he wrote:
“Yesterday, I visited our second group, and I left feeling deeply encouraged. The members are so invested that if I’m even a little late, they call to check on me. That kind of eagerness shows how much these groups mean to them.”
What’s happening in these groups is nothing short of gospel work. People are not only learning to save and invest, but they’re also hearing the Word of God, studying it together, and applying it to their lives. The savings model we use is rooted in biblical principles—faithfulness, generosity, stewardship, and trust in God’s provision.
And the impact is spreading.
Some members who previously had no direction are now running small businesses. Others are resuming long-abandoned construction projects on their homes. People are discovering dignity, purpose, and community. Above all, they’re encountering the love of Jesus.
One common thing we hear:
“We wish these groups had started sooner.”
That tells us everything. These groups are not just practical—they’re personal. They create space for discipleship, prayer, encouragement, and growth. They remind people that they are seen, valued, and loved—not just by us, but by God.
And here’s the beautiful part:
It only takes $570 to start one.
That amount provides:
• Biblically-based training and curriculum for a trusted church leader
• Bibles for each group member—the greatest treasure we can offer
• A shared meal at the first meeting, a gesture of welcome and dignity
• And transportation for the leader to reach their community
Wilson also shared that there are now two classes of young people in his church who don’t yet have Bibles. His heart is to see them equipped with God’s Word, and we share that desire. Because in every way—whether through savings, discipleship, or Scripture—Jesus is at the center of what we do.
These aren’t just projects. They’re gospel seeds. And they’re taking root.
Thank you for being part of the story God is writing in Haiti. Your prayers, your giving, and your encouragement are helping others not just survive, but thrive—spiritually, economically, and in community.
May God continue to bless you richly.