On May 1st, for the first time, I will be running as a part of a relay team in the Pittsburgh Marathon. I have teamed up with some great friends from my church/life group, who each happen to be mothers of three beautiful kids! We have been training together for six months (or more for some) and it has truly been a wonderful experience to get outside (even in the cold winter months) and exercise with the accountability of friends. It has been my first time back running in over seven years!

Now as the race approaches, I am reminded of the charity in which I am running and would love for you to help me support. I have been to Haiti three times (2009, 2011, 2013) and it was an incredible, life-changing, eye-opening experience. I have not been back since having kids, but my hope is that our family will all get to go some day. ESPWA is doing incredible work in Haiti, even during this time of political unrest and a global pandemic.

Would you consider partnering with me to support the mission and vision of ESPWA as they continue to love on the Haitian people and do God's work in Haiti? To learn more about the amazing work the ESPWA Foundation is doing in Haiti, visit https://espwa.com. Thank you!!

Every year, the Pittsburgh Marathon draws over 25,000 runners and the city comes alive with excitement and activity.  The Espwa Foundation is proud to field another round of relay teams this year. This is our sixth year participating as an organization, and this event has grown into one of our largest fundraisers. That's particularly exciting for us, because the more funds we raise each year, the more lives we can impact in Haiti.  We can't do this without our network of amazing supporters! 

The Espwa Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to impacting those in poverty in the Cap Haitien, Haiti region.  "Espwa" is the Haitian Creole word for "hope."  We believe it's all about relationships and that through long-term development, we can truly help our brothers and sisters in Haiti.  We don't just throw money at problems, or give handouts when they are not the appropriate type of intervention.  We assess situations, get to know those involved, and come up with strategies to achieve personal and professional growth.  In our project portfolio, we engage in medical relief by partnering with local physicians, and undertake development efforts across the spectrum: family support, clean water, farming, small business, pastoral support, and more.  Join our movement of hope in Haiti today!