Our story
Founded in 2004, Fondation Matana is a Haitian non-profit organization committed to the human, social and sustainable development of Haiti.
For more than twenty years, we have been working alongside young people and vulnerable communities to create concrete opportunities in the fields of education, agriculture, community health, sport and culture.
Initially based in Port-au-Prince, the Foundation transferred its activities to Arcahaie in 2010 before extending its actions in the Great North, notably in Cap-Haïtien, Grand-Pré and Terrier-Rouge.
Our approach is based on a simple conviction:
Sustainable development in Haiti depends on education, discipline, work, cooperation, and the transmission of values.
Mission & Vision
Mission
Working with commitment to the economic, social, and sustainable development of Haiti through:
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Training programs adapted to local realities
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Agricultural and agri-food initiatives
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Child protection measures
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Community health projects
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Sports and cultural programs
We place youth at the heart of our actions in order to train responsible, competent, and autonomous citizens.
Vision
Building a more just, more resilient, and more united Haiti.
We aspire to become a model of integrated development combining:
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Sports
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Agriculture
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Education
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Culture
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Innovation
The North-East Sports, Agricultural and Cultural Village embodies this vision: a structuring space where 800 young people can train, develop, and build their futures.
Team & Governance
A committed leadership
Fondation Matana is led by a dedicated team that has been working for years in the service of Haitian youth.
Under the leadership of Ms. Mahalia Jackson Métayer, the Foundation is developing an integrated vision of human development that combines education, discipline, leadership, and international cooperation.
Structured governance
Our governance is based on:
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A strategic direction
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Program managers
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Technical trainers
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Institutional partners
We work in collaboration with the relevant ministries, local authorities, and international partners to ensure the transparency, accountability, and effectiveness of our actions.
Our commitment
We believe in:
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Accountability
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Transparency
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The measurable impact
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Responsible resource management
Each project is designed to produce concrete and lasting results.
Partners
