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We had a wonderful presentation on our Zoom Gathering earlier this week by Mr. Patrick Eugence, founder and CEO of DigitKap. He shared with us his company's work to bring solar and technology (specifically Starlink) to Haiti. Patrick was born and raised in Haiti and later went to the U.S. to study computer science at James Madison University. Patrick entered the workforce in 2011 after graduating college, but he always knew that he wanted to start his own business and also be part of Haiti’s positive change and growth. While working, Patrick simultaneously launched his technology company in Haiti, DigitalKap. After completing many computer lab installations Patrick observed the deep need for solar energy, particularly in conjunction with technology. Patrick committed himself to becoming an expert in solar energy, receiving specialized training in the field and developing an immense portfolio of solar energy clients and projects, including international church partners and organizations. Over the last 13 years, under the leadership and vision of Patrick, DigitalKap has grown to be a leading, powerful force for solar energy in Haiti.
You can watch the session on YouTube by clicking on the video below.

Many thanks to our good friend and fellow "parish twinner", Dr. Sue Carlson for her excellent presentation last week on fundraising for parish twinning. We had 105 people registered to attend the Zoom, with about 65 actually participating, so it was a topic of great interest!
We conducted a poll during the Zoom, with some interesting results:
1) Over the past few years, our fundraising results have - increased (62%) or decreased (38%)
2) Our pastor allows us to fundraise in our parish - Yes (95%) or No (5%)
3) Our committee raises significant funding outside of our parish: Yes (24%) or No (76%)
4) Our committee has been successful getting grant funding: Yes (26%) or No (74%)
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Passcode if needed is $*Z07t6m (after the "Z", that is a zero).

Explore here to view PTPA Zooms from the past.