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So much goes into operating Cabaret Haiti Mission. As many know, our organization not only consists of a children’s home (with over 30 children), but we also operate two different schools out of Haiti. While there are only two U.S. employees, most of the organization is run from Haiti by local Haitians. We are proud to say we no longer have any U.S. employees running things in Haiti, though that was once the case. Over the years, we have been able to train up Haitians...

In Haiti, thousands of children grow up in orphanages, often not because they’re true orphans, but because poverty forced their families to place them there. When they turn 18, many face a harsh reality: aging out with little preparation for independent life. Transition programs step in at this critical moment. They provide housing support, cover education costs through high school or trade school, offer monthly stipends for food and basic needs, and teach practical life skills. The goal...

“Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” — Matthew 25:40 There are certain moments in life that quietly, yet permanently, reshape your heart. For me, December 2014 was one of those moments. It was my first—and, so far, only—mission trip to Cabaret Haiti Mission. My husband and I boarded that plane with open hands, ready to serve, unaware of just how deeply we would be changed. Like many who go on a mission trip, we...

Written by Marie Joe – DirectorEach day presents an opportunity not merely to exist, but to grow, to contribute, and to move one step closer toward purpose. While a typical day in my life may appear ordinary at first glance, it is grounded in discipline, perseverance, and quiet determination.My day begins early, often before the world fully awakens. The stillness of the morning provides a valuable moment for reflection and preparation. It is during this time that I set my intentions,...

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...

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...

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...

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...