What If Foundation

Transforming the lives of Haitian children through food and education programs

News

Updates

In solidarity with Haitians at home and abroad
September 30, 2021
As you might have seen in the news, thousands of Haitians arrived in the U.S. last week in search of respite from extreme poverty and repression. They were met with violence and mistreatment, illegally denied access to the U.S. asylum system, and unreasonably dismissed, detained, and deported. Thousands of Haiti’s most vulnerable residents, seeking reprieve after experiencing the tragedy of …Read more
Our strength in numbers: Over $50K raised in emergency relief
September 8, 2021
We are moved by the outpouring of support and encouragement from so many of you during the past couple of weeks. Your immediate concern and extraordinary generosity is a tremendous reassurance to Na Rive. Thanks to you, they can access the resources to face this crisis, and equally important, they know they are not alone. Together, we have raised over …Read more
Help deliver critical assistance to earthquake victims
August 17, 2021
As the earthquake rescue efforts in Haiti continue, reports of a rising number of deaths and injuries are adding to the insurmountable damages to structures in many areas of the country. Over 1,400 lives have been lost, about 7,000 people have been injured, and more than 84,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed. UNICEF reported that approximately 1.2 million people have been …Read more
Today's Devastating Earthquake in Haiti
August 14, 2021
At 8:30 this morning a 7.2 magnitude earthquake shook Haiti. The epicenter was about 80 miles southwest of Port-au-Prince, severely affecting cities like Les Cayes and Jeremie which are reporting significant damage — comparable to the one caused by the devastating 2010 earthquake. The death toll is expected to be high. So far, reports indicate that Port-au-Prince has not suffered significant damage. We …Read more
Exciting News at What If Foundation
August 9, 2021
It is my pleasure to share with you that Keeley Forrestel has joined the What If Foundation as our new Executive Director. Keeley is a seasoned nonprofit executive with a wealth of experience in fundraising, community outreach, and program management, and a deep understanding of working with community organizations. In her last role, Keeley addressed food insecurity and youth development as the Executive Director of the East …Read more
A call for unity, sovereignty and support
July 26, 2021
The political crisis in Haiti continues to deepen. Last week, the country laid its former President, Jovenel Moïse, to rest and an interim unity government led by Ariel Henry, the prime minister President Moïse had designated shortly before his assassination, was appointed with backing by foreign powers. Yet everyday life is still far from stable. During the funeral service last Friday, violent protests …Read more

Videos

Life at the Fr. Jeri School (2019)

Our Founder’s story and the birth of What If Foundation (2014)

Building a Dream (2012)

Post-earthquake feature by KQED (2010)

Early days of the Food Program (2007)