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Help Us Finish Strong with a $70k Year-End Goal

Written by Renee Pleasant on December 11, 2025. Posted in Fundraisers, Uncategorized.

As we look back on 2025, one word rises above all others: faithfulness.In a year marked by unrest and danger in Haiti, Cabaret Haiti Mission has stood firm in providing safety, shelter, and love for our children. That commitment has come with increased costs, stretching our budget further than ever before. To finish the year strong and continue meeting the ongoing needs of our children, we are seeking to raise $70,000.We know it’s a significant goal — but together, it’s possible. A Year...

A Journey of Faithful Support

Written by Kenzie Allen on November 21, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

Written by Anna Guy, CHM Board Member In 1998, Dr. Ron Rowe, Director of Missions for the Jacksonville Baptist Association (JBA) at the time, led a fact-finding trip to the city of Cabaret in Haiti. Pastor Pierre Prinvil and his wife, Marie, born and raised in Haiti but then serving in Jacksonville, had a heart for the work there. The city of Cabaret donated a piece of property to the JBA to build an orphanage. A team of 22 ministry leaders from various churches in Jacksonville was on...

The Blessing of Giving: Stories from Continuous Donors

Written by Renee Pleasant on October 24, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

At Cabaret Haiti Mission (CHM), continuous donors are the heartbeat of our ministry. Their steady gifts—month after month, year after year—sustain daily meals, education, and care for children and families in Haiti. Yet what many discover along the way is that the blessings of giving flow both ways.In this month’s donor spotlight, several longtime contributors shared what inspires them to stay connected to CHM and how consistent generosity has transformed their own lives. Why They...

The BAM BAM Families: Control, Gangs, and the Crisis in Haiti

Written by Mike Snider on August 29, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

Haiti, a nation marked by resilience and rich cultural heritage, finds itself in a deepening crisis characterized by violence, political instability, and economic despair. At the heart of this turmoil are six powerful families, collectively referred to as the BAM BAM families: Brandt, Acra, Madsen, Bigio, Apaids, and Mevs. These families exert significant control over the country’s political and economic landscape and have been linked to the rampant gang violence that continues to devastate...

Join Us for CHM’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament

Written by Renee Pleasant on July 23, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

Written by: Brad Davis, CHM Board MemberAbout six years ago, Mike Snider approached my dear friend John Turner and I at church with the idea of a golf tournament to raise funds for Cabaret Haiti Mission (CHM). Although our families’ hearts are for CHM (we have visited multiple times and support several children), the human side of me said I am just too busy for one more thing. So, before I could even filter my words, I said out loud, ‘Mike, I am not a golfer, and I have never even...

Join Us in Changing Lives—Be Part of the Mission!

Written by Renee Pleasant on May 23, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

WRITTEN BY BOARD MEMBER, CHERYL MERRITTAt CHM, we believe in the power of community—a community that prays, gives, shares, and advocates for the vulnerable children we serve. Every child deserves a future filled with hope, and with your help, we can make that future possible. There are so many behind-the-scenes ways to get involved, and every action—big or small—makes a meaningful impact. 1. Pray With UsPrayer is powerful. We invite you to pray for the children, families, and communities...

5th Annual Mama Bonnie Valentine Offering: Nourishing the Future of Cabaret Haiti

Written by Mike Snider on January 31, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

As February arrives, a time traditionally dedicated to love and compassion, we are excited to announce the 5th Annual Mama Bonnie Valentine Offering – a heartfelt initiative named in memory of Bonnie Snider (affectionately known as “Mama Bonnie”) for the love and compassion she shared in caring for the boys and girls she helped raise for many years as a missionary to Cabaret Haiti Mission, alongside her husband Mike Snider, our Executive Director. This year, we are...

Hope in Crisis

Written by Renee Pleasant on January 24, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

The dawn of 2025 invites us to reflect on our mission at Cabaret Haiti Mission (CHM) and renew our commitment to bringing hope to Haiti during challenging times. Our mission to share the good news of Jesus through Christ-centered homes, schools, and churches anchors us in this transformative work. Crisis in Haiti Haiti has faced many struggles—natural disasters, economic challenges, and political unrest. Yet, amidst these challenges, CHM has remained steadfast in its calling to bring...