Water Fountains: Water is core to life and to the ministry of WISH. We provide water for a village of over 40,000 people at 18 fountains. These fountains are strategically located to serve the neighborhoods of the village. We are in the midst of replacing the fountains. We are looking for churches, organizations, or individuals to help us finish the project, as we are about three-quarters done.
Feeding Program: WISH feeds more than 100 impoverished children a meal of rice and beans each day. The cost is $0.35 per child per day. A gift of $35.00 will provide 100 protein and carbohydrate rich meals for hungry children.
Solar Power: WISH provides daily electric power to the WISH campus, Ice Plant, Dental Clinic, Resource Center, Youth Center, and the village Police Station. The solar system is up and running as a 72kW DC Solar system. The system requires an upgrade to sustain key operations through the night, and to provide additional reliability. The estimated cost is $75,000. During this time of political and social uncertainty, the solar system is vital to continuing the many ministries WISH provides.
Student Scholarships: WISH seeks to assist its employees with the cost of school tuition for their children and dependents. The average yearly income in Haiti is $1,400, with the yearly tuition averaging $250. The tuition does not include the cost of uniforms, books, or other needed supplies. In order to provide $250 for each WISH child/dependent, the yearly need is $11,500.
WISH Mall: WISH is in the process of renovating and repurposing the existing WISH Mall building. The goal is to provide an incubator for new businesses. The project is nearly a third completed. Due to the ongoing unrest and inflation, the cost of building materials has dramatically increased. The estimated cost of finishing the renovation is $40,000.