Youth Changing Haiti One Tree At A Time

Imagine what a family could do if they owned five fruit and vegetable trees? Let’s take coconuts for example. Coconuts are superfoods and offer a great source of delicious ingredients. 

• Coconut water promotes detoxification and hydration through their antioxidants and electrolytes. 
• Coconut milk is tasty and nutritious and can help fight viruses and bacteria, reduce inflammation and boost heart health. 

Haiti is known for its culinary cuisine. Coconut milk is  also used  for cooking healthy meals. Here are a few of the most popular  uses:

• Coconut meat is the white inner flesh of the coconut and can be eaten as is. It is a great snack and a source of fiber, vitamin C, manganese, iron and more. 
•  Shredded coconut is widely used in Haitian cuisine. A childhood favorite treat for many  and well known on the island is coconut fudge known as Kokoye Graje. 
• Coconut is also used in other dishes such as rice, soups and pudding

Now picture having not only one coconut tree but a variety of other trees right in your backyard. Access to nutritious, organically grown fruits and vegetables  has a huge positive ripple  effect on one's health as well as the environment.

Haitian midwives are in the optimal position to provide accurate & culturally appropriate education on health & nutrition to Haiti's youth. Trees are a sustainable source of nutrition, address food insufficiency and are a way to increase family income.  

So… Trees + Midwives = a Win Win solution!

Join our movement. Get on board! Let’s join forces and be part of this sustainable solution “One Tree at a Time”. We can’t do this without your help. All donations are appreciated! 

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