SundayMarch8th2026
Haitian Chefs Shine at the Charleston Wine + Food Festival
Celebrating Haitian Cuisine at the Charleston Wine + Food Festival For the first time, Fonkoze USA joined the vibrant culinary community at […] Read More
WednesdayFebruary11th2026
Haitian Leadership Takes Center Stage at Future Forward Caribbean Philanthropy Forum
Erlantz Hyppolite Speaks at Future Forward’s “Haiti in Focus” Session On February 11, 2026, Erlantz Hyppolite, Executive Director of Fonkoze USA, participated in Future […] Read More
Christmas, Connection, and Hope: A Moment of Light for Our Team in Haiti
Christmas and the holiday season invite us to pause, reflect, and reconnect—especially in times of uncertainty. For our colleagues in Haiti, 2025 has been one of the most difficult years in recent memory. Escalating insecurity and the suspension of humanitarian aid have deeply affected daily life and the nonprofit sector. Many organizations have been forced […] Read More
Pittsburgh | Haitian Cultural Art Exhibition Tour with Dr. Erlantz Hyppolite
Dr. Erlantz Hyppolite gives guided tour in Pittsburgh of Haitian art exhibit highlighting the culture and history of Haiti. Read More
Watch: International Women’s Day Webinar with Fonkoze
Watch the Webinar Recording For 30 years, Fonkoze has should shoulder to shoulder alongside the most vulnerable women in Haiti, providing the tools, resources, and support they need to lift themselves and their families out of poverty. In observance of International Women’s Day, we gathered for a powerful conversation reflecting on this journey, celebrating the […] Read More
Two Haitian Cultural Events by Fonkoze Come To Rockport, Maine on October 19, 2024
Two Haitian Cultural Events by Fonkoze Come to Rockport, Maine on October 19 Coming to Pascal Hall and Barnswallow Books this Fall is a celebration of Haitian culture through children’s literature, film, music and cuisine. In celebration of 30 years of empowering women in rural Haiti, Fonkoze brings this celebration of Haitian culture to the […] Read More
Watch the Full Recording of Fonkoze’s Virtual Partner Presentation with Mercy Focus on Haiti
We are excited to share the full recording of a powerful virtual event hosted by Fonkoze in collaboration with Mercy Focus on Haiti, a ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. This presentation offers an in-depth look at one of our most impactful initiatives, the Chemen Lavi Miyò (CLM) program, which is central […] Read More
Virtual Partner Presentation: Fonkoze CLM Program and Mercy Focus On Haiti
Virtual Partner Presentation: Fonkoze’s CLM program Featuring our partner: Mercy Focus on Haiti, a ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas Register here for the virtual event. Date: August 22 Time: 6pm ET Topic: Join Fonkoze staff in Haiti and partners from Mercy Focus on Haiti, a ministry of the Sisters of Mercy […] Read More
Event Recap: Boston Haitian Diaspora Meet-up and Panel & Photo Gallery
Transforming Women’s Lives in Haiti: Boston Event Recap and Photo Gallery On July 12, 2024, we hosted a transformative event in Boston titled “Women at the Forefront: Transforming Women’s Lives in Haiti; Sustainable Development and Grassroots Change.” This event brought together members of the Haitian diaspora and advocates for women’s empowerment to discuss the impactful […] Read More
NYC Celebrity Dinner Fundraiser in June for Fonkoze
Celebrity Dinner Fundraiser Supported Fonkoze in NYC View the Photos From the Event Celebrity Chef Jouvens Jean presents: Three-course gastronomic experience paired with wine bringing together a night of community and Haitian pride. See the photos from the evening. A percentage of proceeds benefited Fonkoze. Location: 21 West End Ave, NY, NY 10023 Read More
Fonkoze at Haitian Heritage Month Business Expo in Miami
May 31 – June 1, 2024 Fonkoze USA team attended the Kreyol Konneksyon Haitian Heritage Month Business Expo in Miami. We raised awareness about Fonkoze’s microfinance and sustainable integrated development work with women in rural Haiti. Our team supported Haitian businesses and celebrates Haitian culture! Here are photos from the event. 📍 Port of […] Read More
Fonkoze Haiti Update: April 18, 2024 | Live with Erlantz Hyppolite
https://vimeo.com/936734636?share=copy Fonkoze welcomed members of the diaspora and supporters for a live, recorded update meeting on Haiti, Fonkoze’s work, and programs. Event Information: This event was recorded live on April 18. 2024 Speakers: Dr. Erlantz Hyppolite, Executive Director of Fonkoze USA, and Carine Roenen, Executive Director of the Fonkoze Foundation, will provide updates to the […] Read More
Fonkoze’s Voices of Hope Solidarity Gathering in Martha’s Vineyard
Our Voices of Hope gathering on August 18, 2018 will be a memorable one! Hosted by MV WINS, shances, and author, activist, professor Ilyasah Shabazz, women and men from all backgrounds engaged in meaningful dialogue – discussing ways that each of us can effectively help to uplift and bring hope to those living in extreme […] Read More
Spotlight shined on Fonkoze at the famous APOLLO theater in New York City
Fonkoze was honored to participate in this year’s WOW – Women of the World Festival at the Apollo theater in New York City on March 17th. Fonkoze USA’s former Executive Director Mabel Valdivia joined other NGO community leaders in a panel discussion centered on the issues women and girls face in their respective fields of […] Read More
