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UNITED WAY OF JAMAICA CELEBRATES 40 YEARS

For 40 years, the United Way of Jamaica (UWJ) has been a trusted partner in national development. Established in 1985, UWJ has worked to mobilize resources, foster partnerships, and invest in community-driven solutions that transform lives. From health and education to disaster response and youth empowerment, UWJ has provided a platform for ordinary citizens, corporate partners, and community organizations to unite for the greater good.

The model is simple but powerful: every dollar raised is used to directly support projects and programmes that strengthen families, uplift communities, and build a more equitable society.

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, UWJ will host its Ruby Anniversary Gala under the theme:
“The Ruby Thread – Honouring the Hearts and Hands that Give.”

This signature event is both a celebration and a moment of reflection –  spotlighting the volunteers, donors, partners, and community leaders whose generosity and commitment have sustained UWJ’s mission for 40 years.

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deputy chief executive officer at the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) Derron Grant; chairperson at Seprod and Musson Foundations Melanie Subratie; chief executive officer at United Way of Jamaica Taneshia Stoney Dryden; board chairman of United Way of Jamaica Dr Devon Smith; and senior strategist at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Michael Pryce at the United Way of Jamaica Farmer’s Rehabilitation Fund Response launch held on Friday at the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica in St Andrew.

In response to the damage caused by Hurricane Beryl to farmers across Jamaica, United Way of Jamaica (UWJ) on Friday launched a Farmer’s Rehabilitation Fund (FRF) to raise $20 million to provide immediate and long-term support to affected farming communities.

Board chairman at UWJ, Dr. Devon Smith, while speaking during the launch held at the offices of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica, said the entity is aiming to mobilise resources and provide financial support to affected farmers, specifically in the parishes of Clarendon, St Elizabeth, and Manchester who were more severely impacted by Beryl.

“The Farmer’s Rehabilitation Fund will facilitate access to critical resources including seeds, equipment, and financial aid to help farmers restore their livelihood. This recovery is not about rebuilding what has been lost, but it is about to strengthen the infrastructure [and] strengthen the capacity so that we can withstand the future challenges,” said Smith.

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