CANA
Christian Alliance for a New Ayiti
CANA unites Christians from various backgrounds to drive sustainable development in Haiti — through strategic partnerships with local schools, churches, businesses, and communities. Eight core initiatives. One vision: a thriving, self-sufficient Haiti.
"CANA envisions a thriving, self-sufficient Haiti where all individuals have access to essential services — built upon the foundation of Christian values and solidarity."
Mission
CANA is a dynamic and empowering Christian initiative dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and communities across Haiti by fostering partnerships that enable sustainable development, health, education, and economic empowerment. The goal is to unite Christians from various backgrounds to work towards a better future for Haiti through collaborative, practical solutions.
Approach
By working together with Christian organizations, businesses, and local communities, CANA addresses Haiti's most pressing issues through strategic partnerships that support education, healthcare, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community development. Every project is community-identified and locally led.
8 Core Initiatives
Each initiative addresses a specific, pressing need in Haiti — designed to work together as a comprehensive development system.
Healthcare Access & Services
Mobile health clinics bring general screenings, immunizations, and treatment for chronic conditions (hypertension, diabetes, asthma) to rural and underserved communities where regular medical care is out of reach.
- ✓Mobile clinics staffed by local healthcare professionals
- ✓General health screenings and immunizations
- ✓Treatment for chronic conditions
- ✓Health literacy workshops in schools and churches
Clean Water & Sanitation
Rainwater harvesting systems, low-cost water filters, and sanitation education to reduce waterborne disease and ensure safe drinking water for families and farming.
- ✓Rainwater collection and storage systems
- ✓Distribution of low-cost water filters
- ✓Sanitation and hygiene education (WASH)
- ✓Proper waste disposal and recycling initiatives
Agricultural Sustainability
Training on organic farming, crop rotation, and soil health combined with access to seeds, tools, and market cooperatives — restoring Haiti's agricultural potential and smallholder livelihoods.
- ✓Sustainable farming workshops (organic, crop rotation, soil health)
- ✓Distribution of seeds, tools, and fertilizer through local suppliers
- ✓School-community gardens supporting school feeding programs
- ✓Farmer cooperatives for better market access and pricing
Vocational Training & Skills
Vocational training centers teach carpentry, masonry, sewing, and electrical work — combined with business management education and apprenticeships with local employers.
- ✓Skills training centers: carpentry, masonry, sewing, electrical
- ✓Business management, marketing, and financial literacy training
- ✓Apprenticeships with local businesses
- ✓Equipment and micro-financing support for business start-ups
Youth Empowerment & Mentorship
Connecting young Haitians with professionals and leaders who guide them in education and career development — through mentorship programs and youth leadership workshops.
- ✓Mentorship matching with professionals and community leaders
- ✓Youth leadership development workshops
- ✓Public speaking, decision-making, and community organizing training
- ✓Scholarship support for students in financial need
Microfinance & Economic Empowerment
Small, low-interest microloans for entrepreneurs launching or expanding businesses — paired with financial literacy training on budgeting, saving, and debt management.
- ✓Microloans for small and growing businesses
- ✓Budgeting, saving, investing, and debt management training
- ✓Support for women entrepreneurs and smallholders
- ✓Business mentoring and follow-up support
Environmental Conservation
Reforestation and tree-planting to combat deforestation, restore soil, and prevent erosion — combined with community waste management and recycling initiatives.
- ✓Community tree-planting and reforestation programs
- ✓Agroforestry combining trees with crops
- ✓Waste management education and recycling support
- ✓Erosion control and watershed protection
Technology & Digital Literacy
Computers and digital skills training empower communities to access online education, job opportunities, and essential services — plus tech donation drives for schools.
- ✓Digital literacy programs for adults and youth
- ✓Access to computers for online education and employment
- ✓Tech donation drives: laptops, tablets, smartphones
- ✓Distribution to individuals and schools lacking technology access
Implementation Roadmap
Projects begin immediately upon partnership establishment, evaluated quarterly, and adjusted annually.
- →Identify and formalize partnerships with Christian schools, churches, and businesses
- →Establish project scopes, roles, and communication channels
- →Set up administrative structures
- →Launch pilot projects: mobile health screenings, agricultural programs, digital literacy
- →Gather community feedback and adjust accordingly
- →Expand successful pilots to additional communities
- →Begin training for health coaches, agricultural teams, and tech educators
- →Strengthen community engagement and ownership
- →Create local committees and leadership roles to sustain projects long-term
- →Secure continuous funding and donations for sustainability
🎯 Anticipated Outcomes
Why Partner with CANA?
Strong, mission-driven focus with proven community impact
Transparent management and effective utilization of funds
Deep connection and understanding of the Haitian community's needs
Collaborative approach emphasizing mutual growth and sustainable development
Join CANA's Mission
Whether you can provide funding, volunteer expertise, or a partnership — every contribution helps build a more self-sufficient Haiti through faith-led action.
Donate
Fund specific CANA initiatives — healthcare, agriculture, education, or technology
Partner Organization
Bring your church, school, or business into the CANA network
Volunteer Expertise
Healthcare professionals, agronomists, educators, and tech trainers needed