Give Miami Day

A brief summary

Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center (Sant La) is a nonprofit organization founded on December 6, 2000 by dedicated Haitian-American community leaders and service providers who recognized persistent gaps in resources for the Haitian community in South Florida. Santla+2Santla+2Beginning operations in mid-2001, Sant La has grown into a key pillar for Haitian and Haitian-American families—offering culturally competent services, outreach, advocacy and a voice for community needs. Santla+1Their mission: “to empower, strengthen and uplift the Haitian-American community of South Florida by providing free access to information and existing services to ensure its successful integration.” Santla+1

Why I’m fundraising for Sant La on Give Miami Day

As a proud board member of Sant La for over five years, I’ve witnessed firsthand how our community is strengthened when we provide access, hope, and opportunity. This year, on Give Miami Day, I’m asking for your support because your gift multiplies:

• A minimum donation of $25 helps us move the needle for Haitian-American families in South Florida.

• Even better: thanks to the matching program from the Miami Foundation, every dollar you give is matched, making your impact go further.

• Our goal: to raise $3,000 today. That means if we reach it, the matched funds will substantially amplify our capacity to serve.

What your gift helps make possible

With contributions like yours, Sant La can:

• Expand our outreach and education efforts in Creole and English so that families are aware of and can access vital services.

• Offer scholarships, financial-stability services, employment training, and technology programs tailored for Haitian-American residents. Santla

• Invest in community leadership, civic engagement and cultural competency, ensuring the Haitian community’s voice is heard and supported. Santla

How you can help

• Donate now, even if it’s just $25 — your gift is powerful.

• Share this fundraising page with friends, colleagues and family who believe in community empowerment and equity.

• Know that when you give today, you’re not just donating — you’re transforming lives, strengthening families, and honoring a community with deep roots and bright possibilities.

Thank you for standing with Sant La and our Haitian-American community. Together, we can make this Give Miami Day a milestone of impact.

Warmly,

Karen Hurst

Board Member, Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center