Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc. – June 28, 2024 As Haiti becomes more and more visible, we continue to receive requests for educational resources for learning about Haiti. Provided below is a list of books that can be helpful in beginning to understand the local and global landscape, and where Haiti fits in it. Suggested … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc., May 27, 2024 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 our … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc., May 2024 May 18, 2024 is the 221st 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 celebrated … 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., 5/1/24 In honor of Haitian Heritage Month, during the month of May Babbel (#1 language learning app in the world) is again partnering with the Le Flambeau Foundation to raise scholarship funds for youth in Haiti. We invite you to participate in this fundraising opportunity. Join the movement – donate … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc., April 30, 2024 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
This Spring 2024 class session of THE SPARK of Le Flambeau ran for five weeks during the months of February and March, with youth in Haiti. Our volunteer Ms. Alexis (Floyd) came back by popular demand and led the session as English Grader for the sixth time. We congratulate the youth in Haiti who participated in … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc. – April 3, 2024 We’re thrilled to have launched a new series that amplifies the voices of our Le Flambeau Foundation Board of Directors! Each member brings unique perspectives and unwavering dedication to our mission. They share a deep commitment to empowering Haitian youth through education, recognizing the transformative power … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – April 1, 2024 Congratulations to the week-five winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2024! In the words of our English Grader Ms. Alexis (Floyd).., “Thank you all for your effort this final week of our session. This week we also have two winners! Two people who stepped up … Read more
Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – March 22, 2024 Congratulations to the week-four winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2024 session! In the words of our English Grader Ms. Alexis (Floyd).., “I applaud you all for your efforts this week! The discussion was completely on fire and engaging. You should all be proud. Today … Read more