New Video: Carine Roenen shares her perspective as Executive Director of Fonkoze Foundation in Haiti. #haitian #haiti https://buff.ly/3YORxF4
About us
Fonkoze USA is an American 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to securing financial and technical support for its Haitian partners - whose mission is to empower Haitians, primarily women, with the tools, resources and support needed to lift their families out of poverty. It educates the American public about Fonkoze’s work (fonkoze.org) in Haiti, facilitates technical assistance for the two Haitian entities and raises money to support Fonkoze’s programs. Fonkoze USA also acts as a channel for socially responsible investors who want to “invest” in Fonkoze’s loan fund by lending their money at subsidized interest rates. Fonkoze USA gives American donors access to tax advantages available to the fullest extent allowed and conducts the necessary due diligence on Fonkoze’s operations.
- Website
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https://www.fonkoze.org
External link for Fonkoze USA
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Poverty Alleviation, Microfinance, Women's Empowerment, Adult Education, Ultra Poverty, Health Programs, Business Development, Business Skills Training, Haiti, and Literacy
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
1900 L St NW
304
Washington, District of Columbia 20036, US
Employees at Fonkoze USA
Updates
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Hear from our team members based in Haiti at our webinar on August 22 at 6pm. Featuring guests from Mercy Focus on Haiti. Learn more and register to attend: https://lnkd.in/exMauewR #haiti #hatian #povertyalleviation
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Virtual event: Learn more about our CLM ultra-poverty program and how it's transformed lives in Gwo Mòn, Haiti https://buff.ly/3SngfbE #haiti #haitian #womensempowerment #poverty
Virtual Partner Presentation: Fonkoze and Mercy Focus On Haiti - Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Across Haiti- FONKOZE
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This past June we were thrilled to be a part of this two-night NYC Cooking for Change celebrity chef collaboration. It was an incredible culinary experience. The energy and the support for @fonkoze and women in Haiti was deeply felt. 🇭🇹 For 30 years we’ve been empowering women in Haiti to lift themselves out of poverty with sustainable development, health and adult education programs. Thanks to @chefjouvens and @chefjasonbp for the amazing food and experience and supporting @fonkoze 🙏🏽 thank you for helping us mark 30 years of impact in Haiti. @rebelrestaurantandbar 🎥@karvisual #haiti #nyc #haitian #haitiansofnyc #fonkoze
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Incoming CLM members live on the very margins of rural society in some of the most extreme poverty in Haiti. They live on less than $1 per day, have multiple children, no assets, no healthcare, and suffer from persistent hunger, with no reliable access to food. Join us for a live virtual event August 22 at 6pm and learn more about how our ultra-poverty alleviation program in Haiti, Chemen Lavi Miyò (CLM), or Pathway to a Better Life, in transforming the lives of women. We're talking with our long-time partners from Mercy Focus on Haiti and our Fonkoze partners during a live virtual event. Topic: How women's lives in Gwo Mon Haiti have been transformed by participation in Fonkoze's CLM program. Learn why this program has a 90% graduation rate and how the accompaniment approach works for women in rural parts of Haiti. #Haiti #haitian #poverty #fonkoze #partnerpresentation https://buff.ly/3SngfbE
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Fonkoze USA reposted this
A fulfilling day of work = three field visits to meet participants staff meeting experiencing Fonkoze's digital education program with our donor.
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Microloans give financial access to women in Haiti, allowing them to react to shocks and keep progressing. Carinne is a microfinance client of Fonkoze Financial Services.
Carinne Cadet - Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Across Haiti- FONKOZE
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View the photo gallery on our website from our recent Boston Panel event. Thanks to all our participants and guests for joining us and conversing about our work accompanying women in improving the lives of families in rural Haiti. Guest interventions by: Tico Armand, Author, influencer, & Speaker Gloria Blaise, Climate, Health, & Sustainability Strategist Pierre Noel, Executive Director of Haiti Development Institute Their insights on the critical role of women in Haiti’s development and their personal experiences were both enlightening and motivating. Panel Discussion Moderated by Dana François, Program Officer for WKKF, featured the following panelists: Steven Werlin, Fonkoze CLM Staff, Haiti Gloria Blaise, Climate, Health, & Sustainability Strategist Regine Theodat, Entrepreneur Pascale Solages, Feminist Organizer Carline Desire, Executive Director of the Association of Haitian Women in Boston Special Guest: Boston City Council president, Ruthzee Louijeune addressed the group with inspiring words. Local vendors, including Pveet, and Kura Technologies, showcased their products, adding a vibrant touch to the event. Attendees had the opportunity to network, explore vendor offerings, and discuss collaborative efforts for Haiti’s future.
Event Recap: Boston Haitian Diaspora Meet-up and Panel & Photo Gallery - Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Across Haiti- FONKOZE
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Fonkoze USA reposted this
The Fonkoze USA Board of Directors is absolutely thrilled to welcome Steve Cartwright as its newest member. Bringing diverse and talented perspectives into the leadership of our organization is always important, but even more critically so now, given the crisis facing our Fonkoze counterparts in Haiti and the country of Haiti and its people as a whole. We look forward to tapping his deep expertise and passion in support of Fonkoze’s now 30-year old mission to empower and elevate Haitian women.
Fonkoze USA announces the appointment of new board member, Steven Cartwright. Reflecting on his new role, Steve shares, “I’m excited to join Fonkoze USA’s board at this important time to support the organization’s new leadership and growing team. It’s an honor to help steward this incredible family of institutions and their legacy of supporting women and families throughout Haiti.” Read more about Steve: https://buff.ly/3xUhpnX #haiti #haitian
Fonkoze USA Board of Directors Announces Appointment of Steven Cartwright - Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Across Haiti- FONKOZE
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