Supporting Haitian-Led Nonprofits This GivingTuesday: Why Your Donation Matters More Than Ever

As we approach GivingTuesday on December 2, 2025, that day when donors worldwide will reflect on how their donations can have the most effective impact. For those who wish to make a lasting impact, the most effective action is to consider donating to Haitian-led organizations established and staffed by Haitians themselves, built on local knowledge, and committed to long-term transformation.

These groups often work behind the scenes within the large global aid networks. They are led by people who understand Haitian realities first-hand, either through experience on the ground or diaspora wisdom that bridges Haiti to the world. To give to them on Giving Tuesday is to support leaders who are already dedicated to creating robust communities, preserving culture, and driving lasting change.

Why Haitian-Led Nonprofits?

Authenticity and Trust: Local organizations develop programs based on genuine relationships with their community. They possess deep cultural understanding and earned community trust that can take decades to build.

Efficiency and Relevance: They know how to stretch resources and develop solutions addressing real needs. Haitian-led organizations understand the complex interplay of social, political, and economic forces that drive sustainable change.

Sustainability: Haitian leadership fosters long-term commitment, rather than foreign-influenced cycles of dependency. These organizations are based in local communities with long-term commitment, as opposed to temporary international institutions.

Equity: Haitian-led organizations support rebalancing global philanthropy, where local actors shoulder the majority of the work but receive disproportionately low funding. Funding such initiatives aligns with the growing awareness of the need to decolonize aid and prioritize local leadership and governance.

Haitian-Leading Organizations to Give This GivingTuesday

These are Haitian diaspora-led and nonprofits leaving a measurable impact:

Haiti Cultural Exchange (HCX) – Established in Brooklyn, HCX honors Haitian culture and the arts, ensuring Haitian voices are revered and passed down from generation to generation.

Cellule d’intervention psychothérapeutique d’urgence d’Haïti (CIPUH) – Provides emergency psychosocial and mental health care to communities in crisis, offering an essential but under-valued service in Haiti.

Haitian Education & Leadership Program (HELP) – Offers need- and merit-based scholarships to Haiti’s top students, creating a new generation of leaders committed to the reconstruction of Haiti.

Haiti Development Institute (HDI) – Builds stronger communities in Haiti through investment in Haitian leaders, organizations, and businesses, and mobilizing civic action for systemic change.

Haitian Bridge Alliance –Provides migrants with humanitarian, legal, and social services, addressing the needs of Haitian migrants while advocating for policy changes.

Haiti Policy House – A think tank committed to advancing Haitian interests by analysis, research, and effective advocacy on issues of interest to Haiti and the Haitian diaspora.

Foundation Toya – An organization dedicated to the support of educational and community development projects in Haiti to empower Haitian leaders and promote sustainable change.

OTRAH (Organisation Trans d’Haiti) – An organization that works to promote the welfare and rights of transgender and LGBTQ+ individuals in Haiti through advocacy, support services, and mobilization of the community.

Solidarité Fanm Ayisyèn (SOFA) – An organization dedicated to advocating for women’s rights and gender equality in Haiti through the provision of advocacy, support services, and leadership development to Haitian women.

Locally Haiti – An organization investing in locally-designed projects in education, agriculture, community health, empowerment of girls, and employment.

How You Can Engage on GivingTuesday

Give Directly: Every dollar matters for Haitian nonprofits to expand their work. Consider providing unrestricted funds, as general operating support enables groups to allocate funds where they are most needed and respond to changing circumstances.

Amplify Their Stories: Share their campaigns on social media using #GivingTuesday. Several organizations welcome help in spreading the word about their work among your communities.

Commit Long-Term: Explore recurring gift or year-round support to sustain momentum beyond a day. Consider setting up monthly recurring gifts instead of one-time donations, as ongoing funding enables organizations to budget more effectively.

Encourage Collective Giving: Organize peer-to-peer campaigns or giving circles to multiply impact. Identify others in your community who share your passion for investing in Haitian-led solutions and collaborate with them.

Learn and Stay Engaged: Follow organizations you care about on social media, read their newsletters, and consider becoming an advocate for their efforts beyond making monetary donations.

Finding the Right Organization for You

GivingTuesday is not just about giving; it’s about giving with purpose. If you catch yourself wondering how to locate organizations that best match your interests, we’ve created a step-by-step tutorial on how to utilize our Nonprofit Directory. This resource guides you through exploring various areas of focus and making informed decisions about where your donation will have the most significant impact. Read our article.

Final Reflection

This GivingTuesday, make your donation go further by supporting Haitian-led organizations. By investing in these organizations, you’re ensuring that the individuals most directly involved in the problem are also leading the solution. When you donate to these organizations, you’re not just donating dollars; you’re casting a vote in support of the capability and competence of Haitian leadership to serve their own communities effectively and contribute to the movement toward more equitable, effective, and community-based approaches to social change.

The organizations highlighted here are only a small sample. To explore more Haitian-led nonprofits and find causes that align with your values, visit our Nonprofit Directory and discover the breadth of leadership, vision, and impact across the Haitian nonprofit landscape.