Babbel Partnership Honors Haitian Heritage Month

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

May is Haitian Heritage Month

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

Haitian Flag Day / Fèt Drapo – May 18, 2024

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

A Mother’s Story – Lessons of the Heart

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

Grand Winner THE SPARK of Le Flambeau 2024

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 lead the session as English Grader for the sixth time.  We congratulate the youth in Haiti who participated in … Read more

Haiti Is Not What You Think

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

Week #5 Winner – THE SPARK of LF, Spring 2024

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

Week #4 Winner – THE SPARK of LF, Spring 2024

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

Week #3 Winner – THE SPARK of LF, Spring 2024

Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – March 15, 2024 Congratulations to the week-three winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2024 session!  In the words of our English Grader Ms. Alexis (Floyd).., “This was a hard decision this week because you all worked so hard on your discussion contributions! This week’s SPARK really took his … Read more

Week #2 Winner – THE SPARK of LF, Spring 2024

Le Flambeau Foundation , Inc – March 8, 2024 Congratulations to the week-two winner of THE SPARK of LF Spring 2024 session!  In the words of our English Grader Ms. Alexis (Floyd).., “Congratulations again on making it to week two of our session! Our SPARK of this week really made an effort to engage with … Read more