“Which 4th period class can raise the most money for Friends of Fort Liberte by December 18?” was the challenge given to Dock students by Ms. Johnston in today’s chapel.
“Friends of Fort Liberte” (FFL) projects are not funded by large donations from individuals, but from small amounts contributed by many people. The fundraiser at Dock is one such example. This manner of fundraising is perfectly described by the Haitian proverb, “with many hands the load is light,” said chapel presenter Annette Crislip. Annette is the co-founder of FFL and a friend of Ms. Johnston’s.
The creation of FFL began in 1973 when West Virginia architect J. D. King (Annette’s late husband) met Pastor Andre Jean of Haiti. Over the next few years, a Haitian child sponsorship program was begun, leading to the formation of the non-profit organization in 1993. Today FFL has constructed churches, a primary school, a secondary school, a clinic, and an orphanage in Haiti in addition to continuing the child sponsorship program. This trans-denominational organization’s mission is to “help spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ, relieve hunger and homelessness, encourage education and help individuals achieve their full potential.” The funds raised by Dock students, faculty, and staff will be used to build an addition onto the orphanage, which is deteriorating. Students in the 4th period class that raises the most money will receive a free lunch.
For more information on FFL, please see the December issue of Newsline (page 9) and the Friends of Fort Liberte website.
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