Observer Appeal 2026

Catholics in the Rockford Diocese Assisting the Poor of Haiti
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Living the Easter Season – Alms to Support the Poor of Haiti

“Every form of poverty, without exception, calls us to experience the Gospel concretely and to offer effective signs of hope.”

Pope Leo XIV

Message on 9th World Day of the Poor, “You are my hope” 11/16/26

Project Goals for 2026

  • Provide secure homes for 30 additional families
  • Fund education scholarships for all children in need across our villages
  • Expand economic opportunity through vocational training and development projects that build skills and provide essential starting capital
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Remarks by People Who Visited Villages

Pope Francis Friendship Village – Dumas

Hope for Haitians was founded by Rockford Diocesan laity in 2001

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