Dear family & friends,
Almost 20 years ago, I traveled to Limonad, Haiti for my first of several medical missions. Our team confronted a need for basic medical care that surpassed what we could even believe existed in our modern world.
That first mission left us grateful, yet frustrated and discouraged by ... Read More
Our Mission:
To elevate the level of primary healthcare in the community of Limonade, Haiti and the surrounding area.
What is a Konbit?
There is not a word in English that is similar to the Creole word “Konbit.” The closest definition may be “cooperative” or “working together.” Konbit has been explained as an old fashioned barn raising where everyone comes together for one common purpose.
Where We Work
Limonade is an agricultural community of approximately 50,000 people in the Northern Department of Haiti south of Cap Haitien which is the second largest city in Haiti. Konbit Lasante pou Limonad, Inc. (Working Together for Health in Limonade) is a 501(c) 3 organization that was established in Columbus, Indiana in 2006.
Latest News
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Apr2024
09
Mar2024
A message today from our Konbit board:
Haiti is receiving more news press than usual lately, and some of you have rightly asked how Konbit LaSante pou Limonad is doing.
Over the past week, the capital of Port au Prince has experienced violent protests, increased gang violence, and a State of Emergency ... Read More
18
Feb2024
We've earned our Gold Seal of Transparency with Candid! Get updates on our impact through our Nonprofit Profile!
22
Dec2023
Dear Konbit Supporters,
We are extremely happy to report that despite difficulties with transportation and getting the necessary medications, Dr. Myrthil and a team of 4 doctors, 2 nurses, and our 4 ajan sante completed 4 mobile clinics on November 25th and 26th. They spent Saturday in the villages of Dereal ... Read More
22
Dec2023
Our board is sharing our annual campaign letter with you, which contains both a summary of our work in 2023 as well as a summary of our plan looking forward to 2024. The ongoing situation in Haiti continues to make our work there more critical than ever. This holiday season, ... Read More
01
Nov2023
The Haiti Health Ministry is working with our communities in the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis, which has been a problem in the country since 2000.
Lymphatic filariasis is a human disease caused by parasitic worms known as filarial worms. Usually acquired in childhood, it is a leading cause of permanent disability ... Read More