Renaissance Jacmelienne de New York, Inc. (RJNY, Inc.), a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization based out of New York, is dedicated to alleviating the suffering of Haitians living in Jacmel, Haiti and promoting the reconstruction of the city after the earthquake of January 12, 2010. RJNY, Inc. will help fulfill the basic needs of the people of Jacmel such as clothing, food, water, health supplies, emergency shelter, and education.
RJNY, Inc. will pursue this endeavor through collection of needed materials, and recruitment of skilled volunteers such as nurses, doctors, social workers, etc.
Since its’ founding in 2010, RJNY has been committed to helping the people of Jacmel and the southern areas of Haiti. The politics and violence which have escalated in the country will not cause our commitment to waver. In order to achieve our goals, it is important that RJNY’s humanitarian efforts be measured and tempered, during this critical and chaotic time in the country. With thoughtful planning, engagement and implementation, RJNY can be successful in providing services that result in a positive impact for the communities.