In response to the massive destruction caused by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti, where it is estimated that at least 350 thousand people are in need of immediate aid, Bernard Georges, of New Bridges for Haitian Success here in Providence, has begun collecting donations of supplies and money to help.
The materials will be sent to Belle-Anse, Haiti. Georges’ organization has partnered with ARAB (Association des Rassembleurs pour L’Avancement de Belle-Anse) to deliver the much needed aid.
“People are homeless,” said Georges, “there’s no communication and no food. We are afraid that a lot of diseases may come. We are asking people to support us and to give a donation.”
Bottled water, non-perishable food items and supplies can be dropped off at 603 Elmwood Ave Providence, RI 02907 or A & G Multiservices Center LLC, 608 Charles Street, Providence RI 02904.
You can donate straight up cash on-line here, or mail a check to payable to New Bridges for Haitian Success, Inc. here:
New Bridges for Haitian Success
P.O. Box 27552
Providence, RI 02907
Please include your full name, address and phone number and note that the contributions are for aiding Haiti.
I know Bernard Georges personally as a good man who will make sure this aid gets to where it needs to go. Please help.
Below, Bernard Georges makes his appeal on video, and after that there are more pictures from Haiti in the aftermath of the storm.
]]>If ever the history of a nation deserved our respect and awe, it is Haiti, whose history reads like a superhero epic. Haiti is the first and only nation in the world to be liberated by slaves. Unlike the United States, which rebelled against England with the help of France, Haiti found itself fighting for independence against France, England and Spain. Unlike the United States, who paid lip service to freedom and equality, Haiti banished slavery outright, showing the world how to eradicate one of the most evil institutions in human history.
At the RI State House New Bridges for Haitian Success held their Haitian Independence Day Awards. Several public officials were in attendance, including Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea, Lt. Governor Daniel McKee and State Senator Juan Pichardo. Dr. Mark Lentz, Professor of Latin American History at Brown University gave an excellent short lecture on the historical importance of Haiti’s revolution.
New Bridges for Haitian success was founded by Bernard Georges.
Keynote Speaker Jean-Claude Sanon, a Boston area politician and radio personality born in Haiti, said, “Free yourself completely and continue to fight for the freedom of the entire world. Wherever there is injustice it is my obligation, as well as yours, to fight it.”
Romie Bois kicked things off with an amazing rendition of the United States National Anthem, and the event ended with a beautiful song in French.
]]>The event is sponsored by the New Bridges for Haitian Success, Inc, in Providence, in partnership with Happy RI and Transform Credit. There will be a delegation from Boston will be attending and local and state local government official in RI.
Keynote speakers are Jean Claude Sinon from Massachusetts and Dr. Mark Lentz.
Guest speaker Senator Juan Pichardo from District 2. For further information contact Bernard Georges, founder and executive of New Bridges for Haitian Success,Inc.
[From a press release]
]]>On January 12, 2010, the Republic of Haiti was devastated by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake, the largest to ever hit the Western Hemisphere. This disaster cost thousands of lives and displaced many more until today.
Therefore, it is difficult to find words that will adequately express my shock and sympathy over the tragic earthquake that devastated Port-au-Prince and caused the loss of over 200,000 with many more suffering and displaced. Some of the Haitians have fled to other countries to pursue happiness.
Some family members are still experiencing trauma and need psychological assistance and social interventions to help them recover. The pain of losing family members and friends shall never be forgotten. I remember that I had just finished talking to my own cousin, Lukencia Desptre, only to later receive the devastating news that she had died in the earthquake.
Sometimes, I do not want to talk about it because it is the hardest moment I had to go through, losing some of my family members and friends. I know that no words I can offer have the power to ease the loss, including the toughest, roughest, hardest moments that Haitians experience. However, it is my earnest hope that the many memories of family members and brothers and sisters will be sustained during this difficult time.
In commemoration of the 6th anniversary of the earthquake, I honor the lives lost during this disaster and offer my most heartfelt condolences. I wish my people strength, healing, and peace in the difficult times ahead.
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