Haiti Disaster Relief & Medical Missions (2008–2010)

In 2008, as Hurricane Gustav caused more than $8.31 billion in damage and devastated large portions of Haiti, One5—now the Solventas Foundation—was already actively working in the country. When the hurricane struck, the organization rapidly returned to provide emergency medical support to affected communities.

The foundation transported critical, life-saving medical supplies from the United States, including analgesics, antibiotics, anti-allergy and anti-amebic medications, topical treatments, vitamins, and supplements. In addition to immediate relief, One5 focused on sustainability by preparing and distributing “leave-behind” medical kits for local providers. These kits included doctor’s bags, otoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, thermometers, and other essential clinical tools to support ongoing care.

Following the catastrophic January 2010 earthquake in Haiti, One5 was among the first relief organizations on the ground. The foundation deployed surgical teams that delivered urgent, hands-on care and helped save hundreds of lives during the critical early days of the humanitarian response.

Together, these efforts reflect a long-standing commitment to rapid response, medical access, and durable impact in underserved communities during times of crisis.