Young school children outside a newly built school in Jamaica.
An online auction to help build schools in needy parishes of Jamaica runs until October 20 and proceeds will make a big impact on the lives of those in need.
The Great Jamaica Auction is presented by Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation and hopes to attract supporters and friends of the island nation to help children.
Foundation founder Karl Hale said his group has built 26 schools over the past 17 years “but we have many more lives to touch and children to support.”
The group has so far supported more than 50 projects, educated more than 15,000 students and engaged hundreds of people to visit the island and volunteer in school builds.
Students enjoying their new school built by volunteers, many who are from Canada.
“We believe that together, we can make a meaningful change in Jamaica, improving the lives of countless individuals and families,” said Hale. “The Great Jamaica Charity Auction is not just about raising funds; it’s about coming together as a community to show our support and compassion.”
He said more than 100 items will be auctioned and they range from restaurant vouchers to world class villas and everything in between. The online charity sale began on October 5 and runs until Ocbober 20.
Members of Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation with children at school build in rural parish.
“Support our auction and get great items at great prices,” he said. “Be a part of something truly special—generosity, unity, and love that will leave a lasting impact on Jamaica and its people.”
The North America-based Foundation seeks to improve the lives of the next generation of children, young adults and their communities by creating a world-class education system through investment in infrastructure, health, wellness and leadership.
Their motto is ‘Participate, Educate, Elevate’ because they believe by providing the opportunity for an education can eliminate the barriers to a child’s success.
The auction can be accessed at http://HHJF.bidandraise.com
Visit their website: www.helpinghandsjamaica.com or contact: julierober@ledonne.ca