Here are some recent statistics about Jacmel: 1,785 homes destroyed, 87 businesses, 54 schools, 24 hotels, and 26 churches. The death toll was around 3,000, which represents 10 percent of the population of Jacmel. Finally, 5,730 families are displaced. Of the PAZAPA families, 10 homes have been completely destroyed and 37 more homes were damaged and need repairs.
Food has been distributed to the PAZAPA families twice, once from the PAZAPA stores and once from Catholic Relief Services. Families recei ed wheat, soy, beans, and oil. The distribution was done out of Marika MacRae’s house and everything was done in a calm and orderly fashion, thanks to the dedication of the PAZAPA staff and the cooperation of the families.
Day by day, the staff has been gradually emptying the Center’s main building and storing certain items in the storage room in the backyard. So far all computers have been removed, as well as the DVD, TV, and all casting materials and files.
Discussions are underway with Healing Hands Canada about rehabilitation efforts in the Jacmel area.
PAZAPA is still looking for a temporary operating site as well as property to build a new facility.
We are very grateful to everyone who has donated to help with relief efforts. We know that rebuilding will be a long process, and we hope that all those who care about Haitians and PAZAPA will continue to support our efforts!
