posted by Le Flambeau Hear directly from the College Scholars in Haiti—recipients of the Dr. Luc L. Colas scholarships, presented by the Le Flambeau Foundation—as they share their latest updates and inspiring visions for the future.
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – May 30, 2025 Congratulations to the week-four winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2025 session! We’ve had a great week. In the words of group facilitator and English Grader Ms. Floyd… “This week’s discussion was inspiring and full of energy. There were many great suggestions on how to … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc., May 26, 2025 This Memorial Day we remember and honor the fallen heroes who built the foundation of our nation, including those who fought in the Battle of Savannah on October 9th 1779. We pay our deepest respects to the fallen soldiers, from all backgrounds and nationalities, who defended … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – May 23, 2025 Congratulations to the week-three winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2025 session! We’ve had a great week. In the words of group facilitator and English Grader Ms. Floyd… “This week has been filled with hope and innovative ideas for Haiti’s future. Our community shared insightful … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc., May 17, 2025 May 18, 2025 is the 222nd year of Haitian Flag Day/ Fèt Drapo. This day is celebrated in Haiti and in many U.S. cities with large populations of Haitian Americans. Haitian Flag Day celebrates the creation of the Flag of Haiti during the Haitian revolution. The day is … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – May 16, 2025 Congratulations to the week-two winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2025 session! We’ve had an exceptionally engaging start. In the words of group facilitator and English Grader Ms. Floyd… “This week has been truly inspiring—filled with passion, pride, and meaningful engagement. It’s been the perfect … Read more
This article is a re-print from our archives. First published on May 11, 2012. Ms. Deb Fallahay, who served as the educational advisor and grader in the THE SPARK of Le Flambeau exchange program for three years (2010-2012), contributed this heartwarming story. While working as the assistant director for the executive MBA program at the University … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – May 9, 2025 Congratulations to the week-one winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2025 session! We’ve had a most engaging start. In the words of group facilitator and English Grader Ms. Floyd… “Our very first SPARK of the Week goes to Jeïel Dossous. This week, Dossous showed heavy … Read more
The fifth of May bears significance for many in Mexico, the U.S., in Haiti…the World In the United States May 5th is known as “Cinco de Mayo” (Spanish for “fifth of May”). This day is celebrated nationwide in the U.S. and regionally in Mexico, primarily in the state of Puebla where the holiday is called … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc., April 30, 2025 May is Haitian Heritage Month, a time during which we acknowledge and celebrate the countless contributions of individuals from the Haitian Diaspora to the U.S. and to our global communities. This month-long celebration grew from the May 18th Haitian Flag Day which is a celebration of liberation … Read more