The Team
Staff
Wesly Louiceus is the founder of Freedom House, which he established in 2014 to provide safety, care, and opportunity for vulnerable children in Haiti. Having grown up facing significant hardship himself, including losing his father at a young age and spending part of his childhood in an orphanage, Wesly developed a deep passion for helping children in need.
His vision and leadership were instrumental in creating Freedom House and providing a foundation for its mission. Today, Freedom House continues to operate under dedicated leadership and staff who carry forward the work of caring for and preparing the children for independent futures.
Wesly is the Founder of the Freedom House in Haiti where he disciples his staff and children mainly rescued from slavery or extreme poverty.
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Amanda serves along side Tracy as Co-Directors for the Freedom House. Read More
Amanda
Basic needs Coordinator
Amanda’s journey in Haiti began in 2012 when her family moved there to serve at an orphanage and train local leaders. During that time, she worked closely with Wesly Louiceus, and together, through shared vision and faith, helped establish the Freedom
House in 2014 to provide a safe, loving home for vulnerable children.
After returning to the U.S., Amanda continued her leadership as Basic Needs
Coordinator, helping oversee the children, fundraising for their care, and traveling
regularly to Haiti to support the mission. She also founded Beautifully Made, a fair trade business that empowers Haitian artisans and helps fund ongoing ministry efforts, raising over $100,000 to support artisans and the youth at the Freedom House.
Tracy serves alongside Amanda as Co-Directors for the Freedom House and travels to Haiti every three months. Read More
Tracy
sPONSORSHIP cOORDINATOR
Tracy has a lifelong heart for service, beginning with four years in the U.S. Army
followed by a career in dental hygiene. Her mission work began in Haiti in 2012, where
she developed a deep passion for serving vulnerable children.
Since joining Freedom House in 2014, Tracy has helped lead child sponsorship,
fundraising, and health initiatives while working closely with the Haitian staff to support
the children’s daily care and future independence. She travels regularly to Haiti and
remains deeply committed to advancing the mission and caring for each child.
Widner serves as the Assistant Director of the Freedom house, teaching the children english, crafts, technology, and more important life skills. Read More
Widner grew up near Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in a large family and experienced many
hardships from a young age. Determined to build a better future, he worked hard to
improve his English and volunteered with medical and dental clinics, where his
dedication and leadership stood out.
Through this work, Widner formed a connection with Tracy, who recognized his
potential and supported his growth. He went on to serve as Assistant Director at the
Freedom House and now serves as Director in Haiti, where he leads the home while
mentoring the youth, teaching life skills, and providing guidance and support for their
future.
Board members
Paul lives in Florida with his beautiful wife Jan. He has over 40 years of business experience in senior management. He has held general management roles overseeing acquisitions, new product development, sales and marketing and operations. Read More
Paul lives in Florida with his beautiful wife Jan. He has over 40 years of business experience in senior management. He has held general management roles overseeing acquisitions, new product development, sales and marketing and operations. Most recently, he has worked as a Consultant using his expertise by helping numerous companies develop growth strategies, visions and long range plans. Paul has an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Economics, and an MBA in Finance and has served on multiple Boards, including Hospital and not for profits. Paul and Jan have visited the FreedomHouse and are excited to continue to develop the vision for its future.
Amanda Armstrong
Vice President
After living in Haiti for several years and working in orphan care, Amanda co-founded the Freedom House in 2014. She also serves on the board and helps with all areas of the ministry.
Lindsay is the pastor at Vineyard Springbrook in Alcoa, Tennessee. She is married to Daniel and they have three sons who are reminders that God is deeply and intentionally involved in the world. Read More
Lindsay is the pastor at Vineyard Springbrook in Alcoa, Tennessee. She is married to Daniel and they have three sons who are reminders that God is deeply and intentionally involved in the world. Lindsay has served on various boards for non-profits, and has been involved in Young Life for most of her life. She is a sought after speaker, and has spoken into a diverse range of ministries in the United States. Lindsay brings a unique set of gifts and perspectives to the Freedom House board.
Tracy has been working in Haiti since 2012 in various areas such as medical/dental needs and orphan care. She has been with the Freedom House since 2014 and continues to work in all areas of the ministry including as a board member.
Kenny Crook
Spiritual Advisor
Kenny is on staff at Blount Community Church in Maryville, Tennessee, and has served in various ministry roles in Blount County for over 25 years. Kenny has been married to Anita for 30 years and has 3 daughters; Hannah, Mckenzie and Sydney. Read More
Kenny Crook
Spiritual Adviso
Kenny is on staff at Blount Community Church in Maryville, Tennessee, and has served in various ministry roles in Blount County for over 25 years. Kenny has been married to Anita for 30 years and has 3 daughters; Hannah, Mckenzie and Sydney. He fell in love with the people of Haiti shortly after the earthquake in 2012. Kenny has been involved with the Freedom House since the beginning, and has seen how God has used teams of people to make a difference. He is committed to the continued development of the Freedom House.
Freedom House hAITI HAS BEEN RESTORING HOPE TO CHILDREN SINCE 2014.
Our mission is to provide love, hope and Freedom to be the change for Haiti’s future
Freedom House Haiti is a licensed non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. All donations made to Freedom House Haiti are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by the law.
EIN: 30-1000458 | Maryville, TN
