Poverty and Costs in Haiti

Mena and Woodlina - two new friends from the orphanage and star students

Despite the abject poverty, life in Haiti is expensive – for pretty much everything! Not least, when you are running an orphanage for 38 children and 12 members of staff.

Even the most basic needs soon add up.

Here at Diakonos, budgeting is a vital part of everyday life.

Here is a list of some of the monthly expenses.
Water – US$ 258 per month
Bread – US$ 180 per month
Vegetables – US$ 150 per month
Gasoline – US$ 300 per month
Liquid Propane Gas – US$ 38 per month
Charcoal – US$ 47 per month

A major problem with budgeting here is the fluctuating prices of staples, so each month the amounts purchased are varied depending on the income coming in and the prices available at the market.

As you can see, the orphanage has a transparency policy to ensure all money and donations are accounted for.

If you can possibly afford to assist this project financially , please click on this link.

Resources and other supplies can be sent direct to the orphanage, although it is highly recommended to send stuff registered delivery to increase the chances of success.

Kominote Ti Fanmi, Nou de Daikonos International
Rue Mathon#69
Mon Repos 40
Carrefour
Port au Prince
Haiti