Reuniting Hearts: The New Chapter of Be Like Brit for Health Care
In the heart of Washington D.C., Caroline Tornatore, a student at Holy Cross, is spending her fall semester as part of the D.C. Semester program, learning from various professors and congresspeople about the federal government. Meanwhile, back on campus, Caroline Manganaro, another Holy Cross student, is making her mark as the Social Media Manager, and recently wrote an article titled "College hack: take notes in class".
As the news of their achievements spreads, it's worth taking a moment to reflect on Holy Cross's connection to an extraordinary organisation - the Be Like Brit Foundation. Established in memory of Britney Gengel, a compassionate and spirited 19-year-old college student from Rutland, MA, who was tragically killed in the magnitude 7 earthquake in Haiti in January 2010, the foundation was created to honour her vision and legacy by supporting vulnerable children in Haiti.
Fifteen years ago, Brit’s Home, a large 19,000-square-foot orphanage, was opened to provide shelter and care for children in need in Haiti. Today, the foundation continues to make a significant impact on the community, focusing on providing hope, security, and comprehensive care for its children and the broader community.
Although the search results do not explicitly detail Holy Cross’ connection to Be Like Brit, it is common for educational institutions with service and mission programs to partner or support organisations like Be Like Brit. For specific details about Holy Cross’ involvement—whether through student volunteer programs, fundraising, or institutional partnerships—you may want to consult Holy Cross’ official communications, service office, or community engagement pages.
The "Britsionary" program, for instance, allows others to go on service trips to Haiti and contribute to the community there. Father James Hayes '72, a Holy Cross alumnus, made a service trip to Haiti happen at Holy Cross five times, including with Kate Griffin '18.
Supporting the Be Like Brit Foundation is a form of international solidarity with Haiti, one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere. The foundation's headquarters are in Worcester, Massachusetts, demonstrating the bond between the college and the community.
The "Aspire" plan at Holy Cross, one of its pillars, aims to connect Holy Cross to the Worcester community. This connection is evident in the college's long-standing role in aiding the Be Like Brit Foundation and its mission to spread the story of Britney Gengel and her impact on thousands of children in Haiti.
For the most comprehensive and current insights, I recommend visiting the Be Like Brit Foundation’s official website and directly reaching out to Holy Cross College or University’s community service department. This will provide official confirmation of their collaboration, specific projects, and ongoing impact.
[1] Be Like Brit Foundation, (n.d.). About Us. Retrieved from https://belikebrit.org/about-us/ [5] Be Like Brit Foundation, (n.d.). Brit's Home. Retrieved from https://belikebrit.org/brits-home/
This article was copy edited by Charlotte Collins '26.
- The Be Like Brit Foundation, established in memory of Britney Gengel, a compassionate student from Rutland, MA, supports vulnerable children in Haiti and has connections with Holy Cross.
- Father James Hayes '72, a Holy Cross alumnus, organized service trips to Haiti with Kate Griffin '18, demonstrating Holy Cross's involvement with the Be Like Brit Foundation.
- The Britsionary program allows individuals to contribute to the Haiti community through service trips, which is a possibility for Holy Cross students.
- Holy Cross's Aspire plan aims to connect the college with the Worcester community, as seen in their long-standing role in aiding the Be Like Brit Foundation.
- To learn more about Holy Cross's collaboration with the Be Like Brit Foundation, one may consult the college's official communications, service office, or community engagement pages.
- Supporting the Be Like Brit Foundation is a form of international solidarity, with its headquarters in Worcester, Massachusetts, showcasing the bond between the college and the community.
- Caroline Tornatore's experience in Washington D.C. and Caroline Manganaro's role as Social Media Manager at Holy Cross are significant events in their respective journeys, while Holy Cross's involvement with the Be Like Brit Foundation highlights the college's dedication to education, community, and personal growth.
- For the most up-to-date information about the collaboration between Holy Cross and the Be Like Brit Foundation, it is recommended to visit the Be Like Brit Foundation’s official website and reach out to Holy Cross College's community service department.
