The Society of Foreign Missions is donating $15,000 to Soutien Direct International to support its humanitarian efforts in Cuba

Soutien Direct International is proud to announce a $15,000 contribution from the Société des Missions Étrangères du Québec to strengthen its humanitarian efforts on behalf of Cuban families. This significant contribution will enable our team to provide direct food assistance to a greater number of families living in a situation of extreme […]

The Canadian Embassy in Cuba recognizes the impact of Soutien Direct International with a $35,000 contribution and a solar-powered electric vehicle

June 30, 2026, will remain a memorable day for Soutien Direct International. It underscores the recognition of our humanitarian mission in Cuba and the impact we are privileged to have on the most vulnerable families. This is a significant acknowledgment from the Canadian Embassy in Cuba. Given the current situation in Cuba, the embassy […]

François Marotte, founder of Soutien Direct International, was a guest on the program *Tout terrain* (Radio-Canada) with Manon Globensky

François Marotte, founder of Soutien Direct International, had the honor of appearing on the program *Tout terrain*, hosted by Manon Globensky on Radio-Canada. He kicked off the series “Les lauréats de l’ombre” (The Unsung Heroes), which spotlights lesser-known but essential figures. During the interview, he discussed the situation in Cuba, […]

Program to Document Living Conditions in Havana

Launched in April by Soutien Direct International in response to the rapidly changing situation in Cuba, the Program to Document Living Conditions in Havana aims to collect, organize, and analyze data directly in the field, among families living in precarious conditions. This program arose from a clear observation: the […]

More than 100 families supported in Cuba

Since February, Soutien Direct International has been active on the ground in Havana with a clear mission: to provide concrete, direct, and compassionate assistance to families living in precarious circumstances. In less than two months, the results are already evident: we are now supporting more than 125 families. This figure reflects a […]

Why our mission is focused on Havana

At Soutien Direct International, we have made a clear choice: to step in where the need is most urgent. Today, that place is Havana. According to recent economic data, Cuba is in the midst of a deep crisis. The country has one of the lowest per capita GDPs in Latin America, severely limiting families’ ability to […]