About NHCDA

A U.S.-based public charity working hand in hand with rural communities in Northwest Haiti.

Who we are

NHCDA is dedicated to supporting underserved rural communities in Northwest Haiti through sustainable, community-centered development.

We believe that lasting progress begins by recognizing the strengths of local communities, listening to their priorities, and working collaboratively to expand opportunities for individuals and families.

Mission

To support underserved rural communities in Northwest Haiti through sustainable initiatives that strengthen food security, access to essential services, education, economic opportunity, and community resilience.

Vision

A Northwest Haiti where rural communities have the resources, opportunities, knowledge, and capacity to build sustainable futures for themselves and future generations.

Our story

NHCDA was established in 2026 with a vision of building an organization capable of supporting long-term community development in Northwest Haiti.

Our foundation reflects a commitment to addressing interconnected challenges affecting rural communities, including food insecurity, limited access to essential resources, educational and economic barriers, and vulnerability to natural disasters.

Rather than focusing exclusively on short-term assistance, NHCDA seeks to encourage community participation, strengthen local capacity, and develop initiatives that support lasting improvements in quality of life.

In July 2026, NHCDA was incorporated in the District of Columbia. In August 2026, the organization received federal recognition of its tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3).

As we build our institutional capacity, we remain committed to responsible governance, transparent operations, and partnerships rooted in respect for the communities we seek to serve.

Core values

Integrity
Acting responsibly, ethically, and transparently.
Community Leadership
Respecting local knowledge, priorities, and participation.
Accountability
Using resources responsibly and reporting progress accurately.
Collaboration
Building meaningful relationships with communities, donors, volunteers, and partners.
Human Dignity
Treating every person with respect and fairness.
Sustainability
Prioritizing solutions that support long-term community capacity.

Our approach

NHCDA believes that effective community development requires listening before acting, planning before implementing, and measuring results responsibly.

Our project-development approach emphasizes needs assessment, community participation, project design, budget review, appropriate approval, implementation oversight, and evaluation.

We seek to develop partnerships that strengthen local ownership and support lasting community resilience.

Board of Directors

Leadership, Integrity, and Accountability. Northwest Haiti Community Development Alliance is governed by a Board of Directors responsible for providing strategic oversight, safeguarding the organization's charitable mission, and promoting responsible financial and institutional management.

Our commitment to good governance

NHCDA's Board is guided by the fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and obedience. These principles require directors to exercise informed judgment, act in the organization's best interests, appropriately address conflicts of interest, and uphold NHCDA's charitable purposes and legal obligations.

Our commitment is to build an institution grounded in ethical leadership, accountability, and service.

Marc-Aldor Choudlin Duverneau
Chair, Board of Directors
Provides Board leadership, facilitates governance and strategic planning, and supports the organization's mission and long-term institutional development.
Wolemsky Bertrand
Vice Chair, Board of Directors
Supports Board leadership, organizational coordination, and governance responsibilities in accordance with NHCDA's governing documents.
Marc-Chili Petit-Homme
Secretary, Board of Directors
Supports the maintenance of Board records, meeting minutes, governance documentation, and official organizational proceedings.
Jonathan Peters
Treasurer, Board of Directors
Supports the Board's oversight of financial management, budgeting, financial reporting, and responsible stewardship of charitable resources.