After the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti three days ago, here is what we know from Fonkoze, our Graduation Program partner, implementing Chemen Lavi Miyo in Haiti.

Anne Hastings, director of Fonkoze, wrote to our colleagues at BRAC on Tuesday saying “Am ok but bodies everywhere. Destruction massive. Very little communication gets through even in-country. Headquarters demolished. Need to figure out how to get operational again.” You can read more excerpts from her distressed email on BRAC’s blog.

Gauthier Dieudonné, the program manager for Chemen Lavi Miyo, sent a text message to his colleagues saying he is safe. Fonkoze is also reporting that both Fonkoze and Sèvis Finansye Fonkoze staff in the HQ in Port au Prince are secure. However, the building cannot be used, the wall surrounding the property is demolished, and apparently securing the property is a concern. Fonkoze doesn’t yet know the status of the Port au Prince Branch, the status of other branches, the safety of their staff, families, and borrowers. They also don’t know when they will be able to get more information. You can read their frequent updates on their earthquake news page.

Fonkoze staff in Haiti is establishing an emergency operations center—their “Earthquake Relief and Rehabilitation Fund” is soliciting donations. In addition Fonkoze suggests that anyone interested in going to Haiti as a volunteer or that has assets that “would be usable in Haiti,” describe their skills or assets here. Fonkoze’s Haiti staff will determine what is needed and match the needs with the offer.