The Haiti Connection is a story of everyday heroes who have gone and beyond the call of duty to leave an extraordinary and lasting impact on those in need. It is a story of hope for the future of Haitians and all other victims of disaster.

Given the daily headlines in the media, it might seem that we have come to accept the media's motto that 'if it bleeds, it leads.' All too frequently, it seems, disaster and suffering get the limelight and prime treatment, while inspiring stories of everyday heroes go untold. They come from all over the globe, and they come from your home town. The Haiti Connection is a story of everyday heroes who have gone and beyond the call of duty to leave an extraordinary and lasting impact on those in need. It is a story of hope for the future of Haitians and other victims of disaster around the world, and for a small community in Washington State, a tale of triumph.—Anonymous