Tek4Kids Celebrates International Women’s Day


Every year, March 8th is honored as International Women’s Day (IWD) around the world. Our team in Haiti is celebrating the month of March as women’s month in conjunction with IWD and using its theme, Choose to Challenge, to motivate and encourage one another. Marichka Milord initiated and coordinated the celebration of IWD to highlight … Continue reading Tek4Kids Celebrates International Women’s Day

Tek4Kids Welcomes New Staff Member


Tek4Kids gladly welcomes Marichka Milord as our newest staff member in Haiti. Here are her words of introduction: “I am excited to join Tek4Kids as the organization’s values and mission align with mine. From creating content and managing social media to developing internal and external communication strategies, I will be helping with the success of … Continue reading Tek4Kids Welcomes New Staff Member

Bequests: Another Way to Support Tek4Kids


Through various types of bequests to Tek4Kids, you may secure a charitable estate-tax deduction for the value of the gift. Best of all, you will know that your generosity will support Tek4Kids’ mission for years to come. You may prefer to state in your will or trust a sum of money or a percentage of … Continue reading Bequests: Another Way to Support Tek4Kids

Tek4Kids Fall Virtual Tech Summit


The Tek4Kids Fall Virtual Tech Summit takes place on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 from 12:00-12:45 pm. Learn how Tek4Kids uses education and technology to change students’ lives in Haiti. The summit will explore new possibilities for learning and invite your ideas for improving education, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. The free event will live stream … Continue reading Tek4Kids Fall Virtual Tech Summit

Help Stop the Spread Partnership


Like most other countries on this planet, Haiti is dealing with confirmed cases of coronavirus infections. Unlike most countries, Haiti has the least resources for coping with the ravages of this pandemic. To date, the town of Jeremie, Haiti has no known cases of coronavirus infections. The quick implementation of PREVENTIVE MEASURES is the best … Continue reading Help Stop the Spread Partnership

Preparing for the Covid-19 Pandemic in Haiti


Along with partners around the globe, Tek4Kids observed World Water Day on March 22nd amidst the growing covid-19 pandemic. The day highlights the importance of fresh, clean water and is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. Tek4Kids is keenly aware of the importance of clean water during the current crisis. One … Continue reading Preparing for the Covid-19 Pandemic in Haiti

Have You Heard About IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions?


The Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) was introduced by Congress (on a temporary basis) in 2006 for IRA holders. In a QCD, an individual over age 70½ can fund gifts to charities such as Tek4Kids from his or her IRA. Specifically, an individual can make one or more “qualified charitable distributions” from his or her IRA, … Continue reading Have You Heard About IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions?

St. Francis School of Technology Graduates Its Second Class!


St. Francis School of Technology (SFST) is a technical school located in Jeremie, Haiti operating on a three year cycle. Students have the opportunity graduate with a diploma once they complete the cycle. During their time at SFST, students may also have internship opportunities. SFST is fortunate to have many competent teachers who are recognized … Continue reading St. Francis School of Technology Graduates Its Second Class!