Make a Difference
Your Gift
Changes Lives
Every dollar you give goes directly to Haitian families in Aurora — funding job training, immigration support, education, and emergency services.
Give Today
Funds an ESL workshop session for 5 community members.
Where It Goes
Every Gift Funds Real Programs
The Haitian support group of Aurora is a program of Poudemen - a 501(c3) nonprofit organization registered in Illinois. Your generosity directly sustains the services that Haitian families in Aurora rely on every day.
Job Training & Placement
Resume coaching, certifications, and employer connections that put community members on a path to economic independence.
Immigration Services
DACA assistance, green card guidance, citizenship workshops, and legal navigation for families building their future here.
Education & Youth Programs
ESL classes, GED prep, academic tutoring, and STEM after-school programs for kids and adults alike.
Food, Shelter & Wellness
Weekly food pantry, emergency housing referrals, mental health counseling, and health insurance navigation.
“When we arrived, we had nothing. HSGA gave us a translator, a lawyer, a food pantry, and — most importantly — hope.”
— Marie-Hélène J., Aurora resident & HSGA program graduate
More Ways to Help
Beyond a One-Time Gift
Monthly Giving
Become a sustaining donor. A recurring monthly gift provides reliable funding that lets us plan ahead and reach more families.
Corporate & Workplace Giving
Many employers match charitable donations dollar-for-dollar. Check with your HR department to double your impact at no extra cost.
In-Kind & Legacy Giving
Donate goods, professional services, or include HSGA in your estate planning to leave a lasting legacy for the Haitian community.
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