Celebrating the KariWoyingi Jeanty Scholarship Initiative

Kay Tita
December 3, 2024

Honoring a Legacy

Empowering the Next Generation of Haitian Scholars

At Kay Tita, our mission has always been to empower communities through meaningful projects that foster education, opportunity, and resilience. Among our proudest collaborations is the KariWoyingi Jeanty Scholarship, an initiative that exemplifies the transformative power of partnerships and community-driven solutions.

Established in honor of KariWoyingi Jeanty, this scholarship program provides a pathway for young students at the Collège Canado-Haïtien (CCH) in Haiti to access quality education and secure brighter futures. The initiative is implemented in three impactful phases:

  1. Merit-Based Scholarships: Awarded to high-achieving students based on their academic performance, these scholarships celebrate and encourage scholastic excellence.
  2. Needs-Based Scholarships: Offered to students with demonstrated financial need, ensuring access to education regardless of socioeconomic barriers.
  3. Endowment Fund Creation: A long-term vision to sustain educational opportunities for generations to come.

A Growing Impact

Since its inception in 2019, the scholarship program has steadily grown in reach and impact:

  • 2019: Initial agreements were signed with CCH, laying the foundation for this partnership.
  • 2021: Merit-based scholarships were launched, benefiting six students.
  • 2023: Needs-based scholarships were introduced, expanding support to 18 students.

In 2024, our goal is ambitious yet essential: to support 50 students amid increasing financial challenges, where 80% of students now require assistance.

Building a Culture of Support

Thanks to the collaborative efforts of CCH-FSCAA (Collège Canado-Haïtien & Frères du Sacré-Cœur Alumni Association) and Kay Tita, the program's framework includes tuition-matching initiatives, amplifying every dollar donated. Together, we ensure that scholarships not only provide financial aid but also inspire a culture of academic commitment and community solidarity.

How You Can Help

The KariWoyingi Jeanty Scholarship thrives because of the generosity of individuals and organizations that believe in the potential of Haiti's youth. Whether contributing $250 or more, your donation directly doubles its impact through our tuition-matching system.

To date, we’ve witnessed the profound difference this scholarship makes, opening doors for students to pursue their dreams and create a ripple effect of positive change in their communities.

Join Us

We invite you to join us in this meaningful work. Your support is not just a gift; it’s an investment in the future of Haiti. Let’s continue to nurture the aspirations of young scholars, one student at a time.

For more information on how to contribute, reach out to us or visit our website. Together, we can ensure that every child has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive.

Thank you for being a part of this journey.

Written with gratitude by the Kay Tita Team.

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