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Hope Never Gave Up The Gengel Familys Journey from Tragedy to Purpose

The time that Britney Gengel was missing was brutal Every passing hour felt like an eternity every unanswered question a cruel twist of fate The Gengel family clung to hope in a way that was both heartbreaking and aweinspiring Through the uncertainty and unimagi...

  • Feb 17, 2025

  • by Susan Wornick

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33 Days of Waiting A Lifetime ...

For 33 days we lived in a world that no longer...

  • by Len and Cherylann

  • Feb 14, 2025

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Haiti Earthquake Aftermath Me...

I was assigned to cover the aftermath of the H...

  • by Karen A. D’Uva

  • Feb 07, 2025

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Your Compassion in Action

There are moments in life that change everything moments that divide time into before and after January 12 2010 was one of those moments The earthquake that struck Haiti that day shook more than just the earth it shook our hearts our faith and...

  • by Len Gengel

  • Jan 23, 2025

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Remembering January 12 20...

Fifteen years ago January 12 2010 began as a typical Tuesday Like any other day we went to work attended school kissed our loved ones goodbye and immersed ourselves in our routines For the 12 students and 2 professors from Lynn University who we...

  • by Len Gengel

  • Jan 12, 2025

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5 Days 5 Ways to Make a D...

At Brits Home education is at the core of our mission Today were spotlighting Casimir Parcklin the principal of Brits Home Academy who brings over 25 years of experience in education to inspire our students and staff In this QA Casimir shares his...

  • by Len Gengel

  • Dec 30, 2024

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5 Days 5 Ways to Make a D...

At Brits Home we know our mission goes beyond providing a home for children Its also about creating a nurturing environment where our staff members can thrive learn and make a lasting difference in the lives of the children they serve Today we sp...

  • by Len Gengel

  • Dec 28, 2024

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5 Days 5 Ways We Give Bac...

As we reflect on the holiday season at Be Like Brit we are filled with gratitude joy and hope From the Christmas Eve Concert to Christmas Day it has been a time of celebration reflection and giving back We are so thankful for our Be Like Brit fami...

  • by Len Gengel

  • Dec 27, 2024

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A Season of Joy Hope and ...

As we approach our 15th anniversary we reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us to where we are today What started with a dream to honor Brits legacy has grown into a community of support creating brighter futures for the children o...

  • by Len Gengel

  • Dec 23, 2024

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Prayers for Haiti

Haiti is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis marked by escalating gang violence rising hunger and widespread displacement The United Nations warns that the situation isgetting worse by the hour UN Spokesperson Stphane Dujarric We are gratefu...

  • by Papi Len

  • Mar 10, 2024

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Brits Home A Journey of L...

Eleven years ago a dream took root as a testament to the enduring love of our daughter and the unwavering dedication of a community Two years of construction fueled by the blistering Haitian sun and the unwavering spirit of 100 Haitian workers ...

  • by Papi Len

  • Jan 05, 2024

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Reflecting on A Year of R...

As 2023 comes to an end we reflect on the incredible journey of the past year and even the past almost 14 years Its been a year filled with challenges triumphs and most importantly the unwavering spirit of the Haitian people and the children we s...

  • by Papi Len

  • Dec 31, 2023

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Spread the Cheer Reap the...

Amidst the merrymaking of the holiday season dont forget the joy that comes from giving beyond ourselves Yearend giving isnt just about tax deductions and dogooder badges its about spreading the holiday spirit far and wide and yes even reaping so...

  • by Papi Len

  • Dec 29, 2023

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A Letter from Papi Len

Thirteen years ago building an Orphanage in Haiti was a conversation to honor Brits last wish Today we are humbled to be able to continue growing as we ask you to help support the Second Generation of Leaders in Haiti at Brits Home Last fall ...

  • by Papi Len

  • Mar 05, 2023

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Islande Experience

Hello my name is Miselin IslandeI will be 14 in February 25th Im in 8th grade and I go to school ISFAGGBiology and English are my favorite subjects at school My mother and Father were dying since I was little I have 3 sisters and 4 brothers one of...

  • by Venitte

  • Feb 05, 2023

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A Labor of Love

It takes many hands to make light work as they say in Haiti This past week I have had many hands in helping me uncover 8 years of drainage and debris that has filled in on Brits Way and Rt 2 Both Box Culverts that go under Brits Way and Rt 2 are...

  • by Papi Len

  • Sep 04, 2022

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My experience at Be Like ...

Hello everyone My name is Andreline Baptiste and I live in Grand Goave I dont live with my family but I know my mom and my dad I have 2 sisters and 1 brother I left my family when I was 9 years old and my brother was my best friend I always do ev...

  • by Andreline

  • Jun 24, 2022

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Happy Fathers Day

Happy Fathers Day weekend to all of those that support us and love us at Be LIke BritI was blessed with a dad who was such a hard worker He worked two jobs my entire life and he showed me so many things in regards to work ethic integrity honesty a...

  • by Papi Len

  • Jun 17, 2022

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