haitan children

Providing Quality Education and Care to Haiti’s Most Vulnerable Children

We’re a small nonprofit that supports over 400 underprivileged children at a time with education, shelter, and care.

Who we are

Our mission is to offer quality education and compassionate care to underprivileged and orphaned children in Cap-Haïtien, Haiti. By nurturing their potential, we empower them to build brighter futures for themselves and their communities.


The Institution Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse (INDMM) is an Orphanage for children in need as well as a nursery, a primary and secondary School. We are a non-for-profit institution, financed entirely by donations in money or in-kind from Partners, Benefactors and Volunteers.
We are a micro-charity with immediate needs and real-life projects where a small amount of donation can make a significant difference to a child's life.

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In numbers

Our work so far

The roots of this project date back to 1997. Our long history and experience has allowed us to grow into a top learning institution and to bring a meaningful impact to the region.

15+ years of Service

The INDMM has been active since 2007 and our roots date back until 1997

350 students

The school serves up to 350 students each year, from kindergarten to 9th grade.

83 orphans

The INDMM accommodates up to 83 orphans, offering them a secure and nurturing environment.

100% Exam Pass Rate

100% of our pupils attending the national middle school-leaving examination have passed

Haitian student behind a podium

The school

Our school, ‘Ecole Notre Dame de la Médaille Miraculeuse,’ offers free education from kindergarten through middle school. We focus on mastering the French language, mathematics, and developing open-minded and responsible individuals. Our students have consistently achieved a 100% pass rate at national middle school examinations.

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The orphanage

Our children’s home provides shelter, food, healthcare, and a nurturing environment for up to 83 orphaned and vulnerable children aged between 2 and 18 years. We are committed to supporting them through their education and into adulthood, helping them become independent and contributing members of their community.

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Transparent and trusted

We have been acting for over 15 years and are trusted by dozens of organizations and hundreds of donators.
Our partner "Action Five", who manages fundraising, publishes all financial information openly on their website.

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Fields outside the INDMM

Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility

We are committed to environmental stewardship. Our initiatives incorporate sustainable practices, from using eco-friendly materials in our facilities to integrating environmental education into our curriculum. We aim to foster a sense of responsibility towards the environment among our students.

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Run by locals

We prioritize local engagement by training and employing staff from the region. This bottom-up approach ensures that our programs are culturally relevant and sustainable. By empowering local educators and caregivers, we strengthen the community and create lasting change.

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Frequently asked Questions

Basic Support

Helps us cover general upkeep of the facilities and recurring expenses

10/month

Donate
  • Salary for teachers and staff at the orphanage
  • Upkeep on our facilities
  • Access to educational material and internet

direct sponsorship (up to 9th grade)

Covers all monthly expenses for a child including access to housing, education and food.

50/month

Donate
  • Basic living expenses (Clothing, Food, Housing)
  • Basic education up to a 9th grade level
  • Yearly photo and report on the progress of the student
Haitian student behind a podium

Higher education sponsorship

Support students continuing their education at high schools or vocational schools in Cap-Haïtien.

150/month

Donate
  • Basic living expenses (Clothing, Food, Housing)
  • Transport & Access to higher education
  • Yearly photo and report on your beneficiary

One Time donation

One-time donations help us with larger projects such as expanding our facilities

Chose your amount

Donate Once
  • Donate a custom amount once
  • Upkeep of facilities and new projects