The Stephanie Crispinelli Humanitarian Fund
Forever committed to helping children in need.
STEPHANIE'S STORY
On January 12, 2010, Stephanie's life was tragically cut short by the Haiti Earthquake. Stephanie was 19 years old. She was traveling on the "Journey of Hope" mission with two professors and 11 classmates from Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida. Stephanie was a sophomore majoring in Human Services.
Stephanie was in Haiti doing what she enjoyed most: working and caring for the poorest of the poor. Stephanie was committed to helping poor, hungry, and disadvantaged children around the globe. Stephanie leaves behind family and friends who love her dearly as well as others that may have only known her beautiful smile.
Below are pictures that were recoverd from a digital camera found at the Hotel Montana site where Stephanie and her classmates were staying. They are a special insight into the Journey of Hope groups last hours in Haiti.
"I am deeply saddened to learn about the loss of Stephanie. She had a real passion for serving others. Upon returning home from the Journey for Hope trip in Jamaica in January 2009, she began collecting sneakers and sports equipment to send back to the island--this after meeting orphans there who played soccer without shoes or equipment. This was the type of young lady she was--one who sought out need and then, when she found it, tried to remedy it. We are so proud to have known her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lin, Lenny, Nicholas, Mike and all of Stephanie's friends and loved ones during this difficult time." ~ Lynn University President Kevin M. Ross
Stephanie
By Jenna Constantino
We celebrated her life in the beginning
We are celebrating her life now
But Stephanie celebrated life in the middle
And here’s a glimpse into how
She loved her family deeply
And kept them close to her heart
Even when she was miles away
They were never really far apart
She didn’t take life too seriously
And made it a priority to have fun
She was silly and crazy
Her smile bright like the sun
She wasn’t afraid to be different
She was always up to try something new
She broadened her horizons
And bravely traveled to far away lands
To feed the poor and hungry
And extend her helping hands
She cared for those in need
And made this world a better place
Through grand acts of kindness
And small ones like a warm embrace
We must always remember her mission
And carry it on the best we can
Help those less fortunate
Let's finish what she began
Let’s continue her journey of hope
Let’s do this together
And the memory of Stephanie
Will live on forever
