HAITI, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, is in a constant state of economic and political upheaval. The need is overwhelming and although millions of dollars have been poured into the country, few positive and lasting changes have occurred. Many organizations have attempted and failed to establish a long-term solution presence in Haiti. In such an apparently hopeless situation, The Haitian Association of Colorado (HAASCO) wants to be wise in how we approach helping Haiti. We are deeply committed to: