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FOOD FOR THE POOR, INC.
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FINAL REPORT
ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave,
Haiti
“As often as you did it to one of the least of My brothers
and sisters, you did it to Me.” Matthew 25:40
ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
FINAL REPORT
The Solution
Fishing has the potential to provide steady income throughout the coastal towns of Haiti.
However, fishermen in Latorre lack the necessary tools and training to effectively
capitalize on this economic enterprise. Food For The Poor’s development team has
carefully analyzed the many needs of Latorre. Based on their findings, they have created
a Food For The Poor Fishing Village Project to aid the area’s desperately poor families.
GOAL: TO ESTABLISH A FISHING VILLAGE IN LATORRE
THAT WILL PROVIDE FOUR COOPERATIVES OF FISHERMEN
WITH A BOAT (INCLUDING A 15HP ENGINE), AND FISHING
ACCESSORIES THAT WILL HELP THEM INCREASE THEIR
CATCHES.
The project will also cover the cost of a gear shed and sanitation unit (toilet and shower
area). The fishermen will also have access to potable water through a well or cistern
(depending on area). A solar panel system will also be installed to provide the village
with electricity.
A selection process, preceded by an investigation, will take place in Haiti to decide on
serious, honest individuals who will participate in the project. Sixteen unemployed men
will be selected to form four teams. Each team, consisting of four fishermen (captain
included), will share a fiberglass fishing boat, (18 to 22.5 feet in length). The fishermen
will be trained in deep-sea fishing techniques, the best practices on how and where to
effectively sell their catch, and procedures to minimize abuse of sea resources while
protecting the environment.
Each of the four teams will also receive a 15HP engine, a hand-held radio, a 150-quart
cooler, safety gear, fishing tackle, a FAD (Fish Attracting Device) and other accessories.
They will share access to a gear shed that will house a large freezer and all of the fishing
equipment. With the proper vessel, a high-powered engine, superior fishing equipment,
and adequate storage facilities (freezer and coolers to preserve the fish), these men will
be able to go deep-sea fishing and return with large, profitable catches.
The teams will be expected to reinvest a portion of their catch to a community
organization/church in order to help the elderly and sick in their area. They are also
required to regularly set aside a small amount of their proceeds for engine repair and
maintenance.
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
Progress Update
It is wonderful to report that the fishing village has been successfully established. The
last component, the sanitation block, has been constructed. It is a concrete structure that
has piping connections to properly dispose of waste. The fishermen do not have to use
the bushes as their restroom anymore. They now have a sense of privacy and
convenience.
The fishing village is now in complete operation and consists of a gear shed, where the
fishermen store their fishing equipment and accessories. It has a solar panel system with
a street light that helps guide the fishermen home at night. The solar panel system also
powers the freezer inside the gear shed, where the fishermen can store their catches. The
fishermen also have a water cistern that gives them immediate access to water, and they
have a sanitation block that was just completed. These components have provided a
more productive environment for the fishermen.
Their boats with the engines have given them access to the deep blue sea, whereas before
they could not go too far out into the sea without putting themselves at risk. This is no
more. The fishermen are catching large amounts of fish and they are selling them to
generate income to support their families.
There is truly a change that has taken place in St. Mary’s Fishing Village. Despair that
once filled the hearts of the people has now turned into hope that is beaming in the
community. Thank you!
Future Action
No further action is needed, as this project has been completed.
The sanitation block was constructed
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
These boats have really brought out a change in this community
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
The gear shed
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
The solar panel system
The solar panel and street light
The freezer connected to the solar panel system
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
The fishing village is thriving
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
These are the lives that you have changed
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ST. MARY’S FISHING VILLAGE
Latorre, Pointe a Raquette-La Gonave, Haiti
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