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The next stage for "Life at the Orphanage"

How you can support the children you're reading about each week.

Mitch Albom

Oct 16, 2021
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Dear friends,

First, I want to thank you for reading and subscribing to “Life at the Orphanage.” I make no secret about how much I love the children of Have Faith Haiti, and I am truly moved every time I read a comment that you have come to love them, too. That you have come to enjoy their music. That you have become invested in their futures. (And yes, I do read the comments!)

This one from Giovanna has stayed with me from the start:

Our shared human connection? It’s family.

Courtesy of Have Faith Haiti

It’s what I hoped by starting this project — that we could share in the universal lessons learned watching the purest of childhoods in one of the poorest places on earth. How the laughs, hardships, and joys of a big, sprawling, wildly different family might often remind you of your own.

By reading and supporting, you have become part of our family.

Since I published my first article, I’ve been asked by readers how they can support Have Faith Haiti. We’ve just launched the ability to do so through a paid subscription to “Life at the Orphanage.” As promised from the start, I will be donating all funds to support the direct operation of the orphanage.

Here’s how it will work:

  • I’ll continue publishing an article every week.

  • If you’d like to keep receiving an article each week, you can subscribe for $2.99/month or a one-time yearly payment of $29.99.

  • In addition to receiving all weekly articles, paid subscribers will receive a copy of “Have Faith Haiti Chronicles.” It’s a newsletter written and produced by the children and for the children. It’s created (mostly) monthly as part of a journalism and media class. You’ll get to hear directly from the kids!

  • As we have the ability offer more perks, I’ll add them as I am able to. This is new, and we’ll grow together.

  • If you wish to remain a subscriber but can’t or prefer not to upgrade, that’s OK! You’ll still receive and have access to 2 articles each month. Your support is still welcome as you read and share with others.

I hope you’ll continue reading and getting to know the wonderful and inspiring children who live there while also helping them continue to thrive.

Thank you,

Mitch

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Ready to start or upgrade your subscription now? Please click here. As a reminder, you can subscribe through your Facebook account for a paid subscription or independently through email for a free subscription. (payment is made through FB Pay. More details at the FAQs on this page).

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  • 'Your job is to carry me'

  • A door opens, another shakes behind you

  • The found and the forgotten

  • How courage conquers fear every day in Haiti

  • The miraculous sunshine boys

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15 Comments

  • Alex Elle
    Writes Gratitude Weekly
    The children are beautiful! I hope to come volunteer one day. Thank you for your work, Mitch.
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    • 20w
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      Mitch Albom
      Thanks, Alex. You're always welcome!
      • 19w
  • Rhonda Alvarado
    Thanks for the great article. I was also deeply saddened of hearing of Dr. Farmers passing. I became a fan of Dr. Farmer after reading the book Mountains Beyond Mountains by Kidder. His work inspired me to begin my travels to other poor, disadvantag…
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    • 16w
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      Mitch Albom
      That's wonderful, Rhonda. Are you still doing this work as a nurse?
      • 11w
  • Rhonda Alvarado
    Yes, haven’t been able to plan for a medical mission since Covid started. I still work full time & plan to volunteer soon as my work schedule allows. Looking forward to it!
    • 11w
    • Author
      Mitch Albom
      I hope you're able to get there soon!
      • 11w
  • Rhonda McNeill
    I love Haiti and their children. I have always wanted to go! I was wondering if you ever met a precious woman by the name of Helen Little? She is in her 90s now and has been to Haiti more times than I can remember. She is from Clayton, NC. She is the a…
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    • 36w
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    • Rhonda McNeill
      I want to volunteer one day!
      • 8w
  • Michele Pisa-Jones
    I'm honored and pleased to become a subscriber of the wonderful work you, the staff, the volunteers do for these children. I can see how easy it would be to fall in love with the children and the people of Haiti and to want to be a part of their lives.…
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    • 35w
    • Author
      Mitch Albom
      Thank you, Michele! This means a lot. I can't wait to send you the latest "Have Faith Haiti Chronicles" too.
      • 34w
  • Terry Priestley
    I have gotten so much hope and joy from these articles. The children are truly amazing and have such courage and resilence. I would love to meet them and you Mr. Albom. Prayers and blessings to all at Have Faith Haiti. I would love for you to do an…
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    • 35w
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      Mitch Albom
      Oh, thank you Terry, for your kind words, and prayers. I'm glad you send that about the people behind the orphanage. I wrote about a volunteer last week, and will continue introducing other volunteers and staff as we go on.
      • 35w
  • Ladi Luccious
    I am wanting to adopt soon i was raised via orphanage i know the mindset of the space i want to love the children to healing.
    • 7w
    • Author
      Mitch Albom
      Hi Ladi, welcome. Are you from Haiti?
      • 6w
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