While the world’s attention focused on the extensive damage done in Port-au-Prince, a catastrophe of equal magnitude has unfolded in on Haiti’s southern coast in the city of Jacmel. As many as 70% of Jacmel’s homes were damaged or destroyed. Operation USA is focusing a good portion of its Haiti relief and recovery efforts in Jacmel—knowing it can make a significant impact in this smaller and somewhat overlooked community.

The largest project to be undertaken is the rebuilding of the public school, Ecole Nationale Jacob Martin Henriquez.

Operation USA is partnering with Honeywell Hometown Solutions, the philanthropic organization of Honeywell Corporation, to reconstruct this primary school that will serve over 400 students (K-7) who couldn’t otherwise afford to go to school.

This project is being built in partnership with the City of Jacmel, with the support of its exceptional Mayor, Edwin Zenny—a nationally known anti-corruption figure and committed activist for Jacmel’s future.

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