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iSupportJamaica – Recovery Update 2026
Hurricane Melissa Recovery

Relief, Recovery &
Rebuilding Jamaica

Since Hurricane Melissa, the JN Foundation has executed outreach programs in the hardest-hit communities — bringing relief and stimulating recovery for Jamaica's most vulnerable.

We invite you to support our efforts by donating to the I Support Jamaica Fund.

$14M+
Raised as at Jan 31, 2026
23
Verified Beneficiaries
20+
Community Outreach Missions
Our Commitment

How Your Donation Is Allocated

Every dollar donated to the I Support Jamaica Fund is directed to those who need it most, with full transparency on how funds are used.

40%

Early Childhood Sector

Rebuilding and supporting early childhood institutions so Jamaica's youngest learners return to safe, nurturing spaces.

30%

Homes for the Vulnerable

Supporting homes for the elderly, persons with disabilities, and at-risk groups severely impacted by the hurricane.

30%

First Responders & Communities

Equipping first responders and community groups in the worst-affected areas to continue their essential work.

Eligibility

Who Qualifies for Relief

To be considered, beneficiaries must meet at least two of the following conditions.

  • Experienced significant loss or damage to infrastructure
  • Established early childhood institution
  • Elderly, disabled, or otherwise vulnerable individuals severely impacted
  • Groups or entities serving vulnerable or at-risk populations
  • First responders
Selection Process

How We Selected Beneficiaries

01

Recovery & Restoration Committee

A dedicated special-purpose committee was established to consider all applications and nominations.

02

JN Circle Grant Programme

The JN Circle is a network of JN members who collaborate with the JN Foundation to create positive change in their communities. Chapters across the island submitted nominations, each endorsed by at least 60% of membership.

03

23 Verified Beneficiaries Selected

Those whose recovery would have the greatest impact, and whose needs were positively verified, were chosen by the Recovery and Restoration Committee.

Identified Beneficiaries

Confirmed Recipients as at March 31st

These institutions and groups have been verified and selected to receive support through the I Support Jamaica Fund.

Early Childhood Institutions

  • DRB Grant Demonstration Basic School, Catherine Hall, St. James
  • Paul Island Infant Department, Paul Island, Westmoreland
  • Tidy Tots Early Childhood Institution, Black River, St. Elizabeth

First Responders

  • Jamaica Constabulary Force, Police Youth Clubs

Homes for the Elderly, Vulnerable & At-Risk

  • Mustard Seed Communities Blessed Assurance Apostolate, Adelphi, St. James
  • Trelawny Infirmary and Old Age Home
  • Women's Centre of Jamaica Foundation – Junction Shelter
Distribution Across Jamaica

Where Your Donations Are Going

The map below shows the locations of verified donation beneficiaries across Jamaica, from the western parishes most affected by Hurricane Melissa to communities island-wide.

Map showing donation beneficiary locations across Jamaica
The Work Continues

On the Ground, Every Day

The JN Foundation's commitment extends well beyond grants — active outreach continues across Jamaica's most remote communities.

Medical Outreach Missions

Since November 2025, the JN Foundation has executed more than 20 community outreach initiatives delivering medical services to remote, rural communities — supported by CORUS International and St John Ambulance. Each mission provides access to a medical doctor and prescription drugs for pain management, asthma, and hypertension, alongside care packages of basic food items and personal care products.

Advocating for Early Childhood

Building a Stronger Jamaica from the Earliest Years

Investing in early childhood education is one of the most powerful ways to shape Jamaica's future. The recent JN Foundation–UWI Mona colloquium, grounded in the legacy of Dudley Grant, reaffirmed that strong early learning systems are essential to national development — driving better educational outcomes, social stability, and long-term economic growth.

Yet in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, many of our youngest learners have been pushed further into vulnerability, with schools damaged and resources stretched thin. Your support to the JN Foundation helps rebuild and strengthen this critical sector. Every donation helps restore learning spaces, support educators, and ensures that every child has a fair start.

Donate today and be part of building a stronger, more resilient Jamaica from the earliest years.

Be Part of Jamaica's Recovery

Donate today and help us continue bringing relief, rebuilding communities, and ensuring no one is left behind.

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