About Us
Haiti Thrive is a non-profit organization founded in 2023.
Mission
Haiti Thrive exists to empower Haitian communities to build a future where growth, innovation, and leadership emerge from within. By nurturing education, sustainability, and leadership, we create spaces for Haitians to reclaim their legacy and thrive on their own terms.
Vision
A thriving Haiti where interconnected systems of education, sustainability, and innovation work together to support Haitian self-determination, dignity, and liberation.
We believe
- Education is the first step to achieving growth on a community level.
- Sustainability can help communities strengthen against all odds and come out of their shells for a lasting impact.
- Good leaders can shape the present and the future, and Haiti Thrive's efforts are all about – nurturing new leaders through their programs.
Every program at Haiti Thrive works together, like roots, water, and sunlight, to build interconnected solutions where communities survive and thrive.
Overarching Program Message: "Interconnected Roots, Thriving Together
At Haiti Thrive, we believe that growth, sustainability, and prosperity are achieved when every part of a community works together, like tree roots drawing strength from the same soil. Our programs, Education, Recycling, Leadership Development, and Innovation Projects are deeply interconnected. They nourish and support one another to cultivate a Haiti that thrives with dignity, creativity, and self-determination.
About Our Programs
At Haiti Thrive, we focus on three core areas
Educational Reform
Our SOLE-based educational program is designed to give Haitian students access to quality education. The children are the future of Haiti, and by providing them with the right tools and resources, we aim to empower them to become tomorrow’s leaders. SOLE builds the creative and critical thinking skills essential for developing Haitian-led solutions to the country’s most pressing challenges.
Resilient Housing
In response to Haiti’s vulnerability to natural disasters, we’ve partnered with global manufacturers to bring prefab, expandable homes. These homes are built to last and provide families with a safe, sustainable housing solution.
Precious Plastics\ Recycling Program
Haiti faces severe plastic pollution due to the lack of a reliable waste management system. Plastic waste is often burned or disposed of in waterways. We aim to build a cleaner, more sustainable environment while creating job opportunities in the recycling industry.
Leadership Development
Young minds of today are the future leaders within the community. Our leadership development efforts aims to nurture those young minds so that they can become leaders and role models for generations to come.
Our Values
Sustainability:
We’re committed to solutions that are long-lasting and have a positive impact on future generations.
Empowerment:
We believe in giving people the tools they need to succeed and take control of their lives.
Collaboration:
Our work is built on partnerships—with communities, local leaders, and global allies
Innovation:
We prioritize creative, forward-thinking solutions to Haitian communities’ problems.
Our Founder
Haiti Thrive was founded in 2023 by Lemec Thomas. With over 20 years of experience working in Haiti, Mr. Thomas has dedicated his life to addressing Haitian communities’ complex challenges. Haiti Thrive was born from his vision to create lasting, sustainable change beyond short-term aid.
