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Impact Report - December 2025
December in Haiti is often a month of reflection, resilience, and recommitment—and this year was no different at Extollo. Because of your generosity and trust, December was filled with meaningful progress, quiet perseverance, and tangible signs of transformation taking root across our Trade School, construction sites, and administrative teams in northern Haiti.
Keith Cobell
Jan 223 min read


Impact Report - November 2025
November was a month of steady, disciplined progress at Extollo—one where foundations were strengthened, new programs launched, and long-term plans clarified. While security challenges continued to shape our work in some regions, your support made it possible for Extollo to expand trade training, advance construction readiness, strengthen operational systems, and prepare boldly for 2026.
Keith Cobell
Dec 16, 20255 min read


Impact Report - October 2025
October was a milestone month for Extollo International—a time of growth, excellence, and renewed purpose. From launching our very first Welding Level 1 class to hosting our Board of Directors in Haiti, every success reflected the power of partnership and the shared belief that Haitians can and should lead their nation’s rebuilding through skill, character, and opportunity.
Keith Cobell
Nov 12, 20254 min read


Impact Report - August 2025
August was a month of tremendous momentum for Extollo. From advancing new trade school programs to preparing construction infrastructure, and from celebrating graduates putting their skills to work to building capacity in both Haiti and the U.S.—your support made it possible.
Keith Cobell
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Impact Report - July 2025
July underscored both the opportunities and challenges in this work. While operational realities required difficult decisions, the broader picture is one of expansion, innovation, and deepened relationships.
Keith Cobell
Aug 13, 20254 min read


Impact Report - June 2025
The classroom is set and ready for a new group of Electrical students! Each student receives a t-shirt, hat and curriculum. Your Support...
Keith Cobell
Jul 15, 20254 min read


Impact Report - May 2025
Building Futures: Exciting Progress at Extollo's Training and Construction Sites! We're thrilled to share some incredibly encouraging...
Renee
Jun 16, 20256 min read


Impact Report - April 2025
First masonry class at the Training Center in Cap-Haitian April Update: Building Character, Building Haiti! April marked a month of...
Renee
May 13, 20253 min read


Impact Report - March 2025
Jonathan getting tires for the Mack truck and the concrete mixer March was a month of significant progress and exciting developments for...
Renee
Apr 17, 20254 min read


Impact Report - February 2025
Jonathan & Ken at the HHA/Extollo Training Center February marked a significant step in Extollo's journey as we laid the foundation for...
Renee Janofski
Mar 24, 20252 min read


Impact Report - January 2025
Sherman explaining to Junior the risks of normative Haitian construction. Summary: Extollo International is committed to empowering...
Renee Janofski
Feb 11, 20254 min read


Meet Ken Waterhouse
Ken joined the Extollo team (from South Africa!) in 2022. This is his story.
Renee
Sep 19, 20245 min read


A Glimpse of Hope in Haiti
Haiti has undeniably faced a tumultuous period, grappling with a severe security crisis that has crippled the nation for nearly two...
Keith Cobell
Aug 15, 20242 min read


International Construction Standards vs. Realities of Haiti
Haiti, a nation tragically familiar with natural disasters, faces a constant challenge: building safe and secure structures. In the wake...
Renee Janofski
Jul 11, 20242 min read


Core Mission: Training
Haiti has a serious gang problem. Around 200 armed gangs operate nationwide, with half concentrated in the capital. Two major rival...
Renee Janofski
Jun 10, 20243 min read


Back to the Basics - Extollo 101
Did you know?? Sherman Balch first visited Haiti with a small group from Cornerstone Fellowship Church of Livermore, CA, shortly after...
Renee Janofski
May 21, 20244 min read


Impact Report - March 2024
Campus staff houses with tilt-up security wall to the right. Summary: This Impact Report will be a little different this month - sharing...
Keith Cobell
Apr 18, 20244 min read


Impact Report - February 2024
3 Metal Fabrication students learning the importance of inspection. Summary: The Trade School continues strong with simultaneous classes....
Keith Cobell
Mar 13, 20243 min read


Impact Report - January 2024
8 of the 13 panels poured in January Summary: The Trade School had a great start to the new year with a Welding class, development of the...
Renee Janofski
Feb 9, 20243 min read


Impact Report - Year in Review
Graduates from a recent masonry training. Summary: In 2023, challenges like gang influence, security issues, and travel constraints...
Keith Cobell
Jan 19, 20241 min read
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