Water for Growth: Our Reservoir Project

“He said he wanted to build a reservoir and many people would contribute.”

Credit: Fondasyon Luc Innocent pou Devlopman Lakay. The construction Luc Innocent started himself, marking the beginning of a vision now fulfilled by his family and community

A Vision Takes Root

Long before his passing, Luc Innocent shared a simple, powerful dream with his family, friends and neighbors in Figuier: he wanted to build a reservoir, and he believed the communiry would come together to make it possible. That dream became a promise. Through Fondasyon Luc Innocent pou Devlopman Lakay, his family and local supporters honored that promise. Today, the reservoir stands as a symbol of hope, bringing water, growth, and renewal to the land and the people he loved.

The Reservoir Project: Life from the Ground Up

To support reforestation, fruit farming, and livestock care, the foundation built its first reservoir, ensuring access to water throughout the dry seasons.

Construction Timeline

Start Date: July 2025
Completion: July 2025
Led by: Construction master Enetios Jean‑Baptiste with support from local volunteers
Features: Reinforced cement base, durable structure, and a protective metal cover to safeguard stored water

Credit: Foundation Team, Figuier while our construction master Enetios Jean-Baptiste was working on the reservoir project.

Credit: Fadner Gedeus The completed reservoir with its metal cover a powerful symbol of Luc Innocent’s vision now fulfilled.

What the Reservoir Nurtures

Each drop of water sustains life and progress:

Reforestation: Over 50 fruit and forest trees now thrive with consistent watering
Fruit Farming: Papaya and lemon trees provide food and income for families
Livestock Hydration: Goats, and chickens now have a clean, reliable water source
Training for Youth and Farmers: Hands‑on lessons in sustainable agriculture and water management
Community Impact: Multiple families benefit directly from this shared water source

“This reservoir changed our lives,” says Fadner. “Now our trees survive the dry season, and our goats always have water.”

Today, the reservoir contains a growing forest of fruit and shade trees — a living testimony to Luc Innocent’s vision.

Beyond Water: A Living Legacy

This reservoir is more than a structure; it’s a living monument to Luc Innocent’s dream of unity and self‑sufficiency. He believed that progress begins when people work together, and this project proves it. His children now carry forward that mission, restoring the land, empowering youth, and building a greener, stronger Haiti.

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What’s Next

Build additional reservoirs across Figuier and the Artibonite region
Ensure year‑round irrigation for tree planting, fruit farming, and animal care
Scale community training in water stewardship and sustainable agriculture

How You Can Help

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Credits

Fondasyon Luc Innocent pou Devlopman Lakay | Project leadership and vision
Fadner Gedeus | Photos of the completed reservoir
Enetios Jean‑Baptiste | Construction leadership and video documentation
Foundation Team, Figuier | Reforestation and community support