MAP International has mobilized an unprecedented $30 million in aid to address the severe humanitarian crisis in Haiti, a nation plagued by chronic instability, dictatorships, gang violence, and natural disasters. Also, with elevated violence in recent months as Haiti has slipped into anarchy, the humanitarian crisis has significantly worsened.
Despite these challenges, MAP and our partner’s strategies have ensured that vital shipments do not fall into the wrong hands, allowing us to safely and securely deliver much-needed relief. This decisive action underlines our commitment and capacity to lead efforts in bringing critical aid to those in dire need.
Leading the Charge with Strategic Partnerships
In a bold response to Haiti’s escalating needs, MAP International has not only coordinated but spearheaded major relief initiatives, maximizing the impact of our collaboration with trusted partners such as Hope for Haiti, Rise Against Hunger, World Hope International, and Love A Child. At the forefront of these efforts, MAP has effectively channeled substantial resources to mitigate the hardships faced by the Haitian people.
Hope for Haiti
Central to our strategy, MAP International has orchestrated a crucial intervention with Hope for Haiti, dispatching shipments totaling over $17.7 million. This includes a recent $7.7 million container filled with essential medicine — key in treating hypertension, diabetes, and cholera. These efforts are complemented by a prior $10 million shipment which, despite initial delays due to local unrest, has successfully reached its intended recipients in both the southern regions and the capital, Port-au-Prince.
Rise Against Hunger
Further asserting our leadership, MAP International has facilitated a massive $19.4 million contribution through Rise Against Hunger. This shipment includes 40 pallets of health essentials, ranging from medications to emergency treatments and nutritional support items, fortifying the health infrastructure necessary for Haiti’s recovery.
Love A Child
Moreover, MAP International has ensured the delivery of a substantial $2.4 million humanitarian aid package in partnership with Love A Child. This shipment, creatively rerouted through the Dominican Republic due to security concerns, comprises 80 pallets including antibiotics, prenatal vitamins, and other essential medications, demonstrating our innovative and proactive approach to crisis response.
World Hope International
Furthermore, our initiative with World Hope International highlights a $2.6 million shipment of medicine and health supplies. Initially delayed, this critical aid reached Gonaives last fall, signifying our resolve and persistence in overcoming logistical challenges to aid those in need.
Strategies to Ensure MAP’s Aid Doesn’t Fall into the Wrong Hands
MAP and our partners have employed several strategic measures to ensure the effective delivery of aid to Haiti, addressing the region’s unique challenges such as political instability and logistical difficulties. First, by utilizing local partners who understand the socio-political environment, we’re able to secure safe passages for aid delivery through negotiations or escorts.
Other measures include utilizing technology like GPS for tracking and managing shipments, and decentralizing distribution points to avoid bottlenecks. Furthermore, with a focus on building local capacities, there’s flexibility in operations to adapt to changing circumstances.
This local focus also actively involves communities in the distribution process to build trust and ensure equitable aid distribution, and meticulously planning logistics and contingencies to maintain a steady flow of aid despite disruptions. Additionally, as is the case with Love A Child, some aid is routed through the Dominican Republic, and then transported across the border to Haiti.
MAP International: A Pillar of Support in Haiti
With an astounding $30 million allocated so far in 2024, MAP International stands as a pillar of hope and resilience for Haiti. Our leadership and collaboration with dedicated partners underscore our unwavering commitment to heal, rebuild, and promote prosperity in one of the Americas’ most challenged nations. Through strategic foresight and steadfast dedication, MAP International continues to lead the way in humanitarian efforts, ensuring that our aid reaches those who need it most, efficiently and securely.
