Dear Team GOALS,

What a spectacular year that we had amidst the hardships and difficulties that Haiti experienced and is still facing. As much of the country was shut down due to “Peyi Lok” a lock down that affected the whole country we were able to provide our daily programs to over 400 kids in rural Haiti.

This opportunity to give access to sport and education in a safe environment means everything to our kids who otherwise would be left with no positive outlet for their energies. They come to our programs through their love of soccer/football and end up learning important life lessons on conflict resolution, inclusion, health education and gender equality.

I love it when I get to hear directly from our kids that GOALS taught them how to make good decisions for their health, wellbeing and future.

It was an absolute thrill and honor to have accepted two big awards for our work this year; the Beyond Sport Award for Health and Wellbeing plus the Peace and Sport award for best Nonprofit organization using sport for Peace and Development. The proudest moment was seeing our work recognized with our youth shown and heard on the world stage.

When asked what we attribute our success to I replied we keep going, in Kreyol we like to say “Kenbe Fem” meaning stay strong. This work takes a huge commitment and dedication and we stay motivated because we know firsthand what an impact together, we are making for the kids and their future. Thank you for being a part of Team GOALS.

Kathy McAllister

Executive Director