Yvrose’s Story of Transformation
Yvrose’s life has changed in ways she never expected. She and her husband, Jean Gaby, were doing their best to provide for their family, but steady work was hard to find. They lived in a small shack next to their church, built from discarded materials. Jean Gaby took whatever jobs he could as a mason’s […] Read More
Nadia Colin: Fonkoze Financial Services Client
Nadia Colin: Building a Brighter Future with Fonkoze Financial Services For years, Nadia Colin has been a dedicated Fonkoze Financial Services microfinance client, using small loans to steadily grow her business and support her family. With each investment, she has strengthened her livelihood, proving that with access to financial resources and the right support, hardworking […] Read More
Teramise Ceus from CLM
From Struggle to Stability: Teramise Cues’s Journey with CLM There was a time when Teramise Cues had nothing—no food to eat, no income, and no way forward. Each day was a battle, relying on the kindness of family members who could spare just 100 gourdes ($1 USD) to help her get by. With only an […] 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
Ivronie’s Story of Transformation
Building a Future with Hope: Ivronie’s Story of Transformation with Fonkoze Ivronie’s life has transformed in ways she never imagined. Not long ago, she was a single widow raising three children on her own, living in a home that didn’t belong to her. After her husband passed away, she had to rely on working the […] Read More
Impact of Fonkoze’s Make Life Bloom Project
The Impact of the Boujonnen Lavi (Make Life Bloom) Project on Darlene Cherestal’s Life in Haiti Darlene Cherestal, from the second section of Camp Perrin, shared how difficult life was before she entered the Boujonnen Lavi project of Fonkoze. She couldn’t feed herself or take care of her children because neither she nor her husband […] Read More
Economic Opportunity Program Provides Business Support in Haiti
Empowering Entrepreneurs in Haiti: Q3 Results from Fonkoze’s Economic Opportunity Program At Fonkoze, we believe in creating sustainable opportunities for entrepreneurs in Haiti. Thanks to the support of our donors and partners, the Economic Opportunity Program is making a measurable impact. Here are some highlights from the third quarter of 2024: 62% of participating […] Read More
Melanie Steger Joins Fonkoze USA’s Board of Directors
Introducing Melanie Steger: A Seasoned Finance Executive Driving Strategy Across Sectors We are thrilled to welcome Melanie Steger to our community of changemakers as a new board member of Fonkoze USA. With a robust background spanning both for-profit and non-profit sectors, Melanie brings unparalleled expertise in financial strategy, operational excellence, and organizational growth. Her career […] Read More
