Updates
March 31, 2020
I hope you and your families are staying safe and calm during these challenging times. As we read about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic across the world, I’m sure you have been wondering what the situation is for our friends in Haiti. It has been reported this week that there are now 15 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the country, up from two last …Read more
March 16, 2020
While we all grapple with the news and impact of the novel coronavirus, I would like to take a moment to share an inspiring story and an incredible milestone in the history of the What If Foundation. March 19th marks the 20th anniversary of the community food program (or Lamanjay, as it’s called by our friends in Ti Plas Kazo), …Read more
March 16, 2020
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Community Food Program (Lamanjay), we asked our founder, Margaret Trost, to share her reflections on this incredible milestone. Tell us the story of why you started the What If Foundation: When I returned from my first trip to Haiti 20 years ago, I was deeply impacted by the hunger I’d seen and …Read more
February 19, 2020
With life still so fraught in Haiti, I am sure you are all concerned about our friends in Ti Plas Kazo. I am happy to report a few rays of hope. The Fr. Jeri School reopened its doors on January 6th, having managed to close for only two weeks during the height of the crisis. This is in stark contrast …Read more
January 16, 2020
Dear Friend of the What If Foundation, January 12th marked the 10th anniversary of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. The scope of the damage and loss from the 7.0 quake was unimaginable, and unfortunately, still haunts the country to this day. But as we think back to that time, we are also reminded of the humanity and compassion of our …Read more
December 19, 2019
Dear Friends of the What If Foundation, As many of you know, I am of Haitian descent and have been a donor and supporter of the What If Foundation for several years. But as Interim Executive Director, I also have the honor of spending time with our partners Na Rive and listening first-hand to their challenges and hopes, their perspectives …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)
