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Strengthening local food and agricultural sectors to ensure families and communities have sustained access to fresh foods for nutritionally healthy lives.

Improving Food Security &amp; Nutrition

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We've joined forces with the globally renowned Netherlands' AFC Ajax soccer club to launch Future Goals.

From the Ocean,&nbsp; For the Future.

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Creating a strong foundation for success.

Enhancing Education

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Strengthening social programs and tackling issues to empower all.

Developing Communities

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Protecting the natural resources that sustain life.&nbsp;

Conserving the Environment

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Empowering women positively impacts lives!

#WHOArevolution

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Did you know that you can make a difference in the Caribbean destinations where you travel simply by packing needed supplies and bringing them along in your suitcase?As a valued partner of Pack for a Purpose®, the Sandals Foundation encourages guests staying at any Sandals or Beaches Resort to pack up to 5 pounds of needed school supplies to help further the educational needs of students in the islands. All donations can be dropped off at the resort’s Front Desk and the Sandals Foundation will ensure timely delivery to local school(s) in the region. &nbsp;For a complete list of the supplies needed by the educational institutions we work with, visit <a href="https://www.packforapurpose.org/">packforapurpose.org</a>

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Bring much needed school supplies to students in need.

Pack for a Purpose ®

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Give back on your vacation when you go back to school on an unforgettable journey and help local students improve their reading and comprehension skills.

Reading Road Trip

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Tourism has the power to drive positive change and through these 40 stories of love and more, our 2022 Annual Report shows how together we are building a tangible platform of hope across the region we call home.

Love Transforms

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Using the power of hope and love to transform communities and improve lives

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In its simplest form, to inspire is defined as the action or power of moving intellect or emotions. We, the Sandals Foundation, believe that the action of inspiring hope is a force that can move mountains.The Sandals Foundation is a non-profit organization launched in March 2009 to help Sandals Resorts International continue to make a difference in the Caribbean. All costs associated with administration and management is supported by Sandals International so that 100% of every dollar donated goes directly towards funding impactful and meaningful initiatives within the key areas of Education, Community and Environment.

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We create and endorse initiatives that engage and inspire people through skills training, sports, health initiatives which help to tackle complex social issues head-on to strengthen communities.

Empower Lives

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We provide both children and adults with essential tools such as scholarships, supplies, technology, literacy programmes, mentorship and teach training to help them reach their full potential.

Encourage Dreams

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We promise to raise environmental awareness, develop effective conservation practices and teach future generations how to care for their communities to our precious Islands and their resources.

Cultivate Tomorrow

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Who we are

We Are the Sandals Foundation

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ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, August 23 2023— On Wednesday October 11 to Saturday, October 14, the streets of Antigua will come alive as the Sandals Foundation hosts its first ever all-island charity run to bolster paediatric healthcare services provided at the Mount St. John’s Centre as well as through the Sickkids Caribbean Initiative.&nbsp;The event, which aims to raise £100,000 boasts three distinct levels of participation invites persons take part in – a 4-day Ultra Marathon 100KM Run; a 21Km Half Marathon Run on Saturday, October 14; or a10Km walk also on Saturday, October 14.Speaking at the media launch on Wednesday, August 23, Matthew Cornall, General Manager at Sandals Grande Antigua said the event is aimed at bolstering the island’s capacity to provide medical attention to premature babies and children afflicted by cancer and serious blood disorders.“We understand how a lack of access to the right medical equipment and resources can significantly affect a country’s ability to provide the proper medical attention to families and especially, children. That’s why the Sandals Foundation is proud to be staging the first ever Island Run Antigua&nbsp;&nbsp;to benefit two long-time beneficiaries of ours - the Paediatric Unit of Mount St. John's Medical Centre, now renamed the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre and the SickKids Caribbean Initiative (SCI)”.&nbsp;“Proceeds from our upcoming&nbsp;Island Run Antigua,” Cornall says, “Will be used to purchase two much-needed identified medical equipment [for the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre] – a jaundice screening machine and a handheld blood analyzer that delivers lab-quality, diagnostic results in minutes. Funds raised from the run will [also] be donated to SickKids Caribbean Initiative endowment fund, ensuring continued sustainability of the initiative, benefitting many for years to come.”The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre in Antigua is the only acute care facility on the island that offers 24-hour emergency care for babies in need of critical care as well as those born prematurely.The philanthropic arm’s second beneficiary - the SickKids Caribbean Initiative, since 2013, has aided in diagnosis of paediatric cancer and serious blood disorders by connecting Antiguan and the wider Caribbean doctors and nurses to each other and the world.&nbsp;Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis, Chair of the Paediatric Department expressed gratitude for what the support will mean for countless families. "We are happy to embrace the assistance of organizations such as the Sandals Foundation and others, who recognize the importance of the early years and the impact that donations have on future generations. The chance of a healthy life to a child is the greatest gift you can give a family."To register for any of the events, persons may:<ul><li>Download the TickeTing App from Google Play Story or Apple and search,&nbsp;Island Run Antigua</li><li>Visit any of our three physical locations&nbsp; - H &amp; G Paint &amp; Marine Supplies at the corner of Fort Road and Dickenson Bay; Cool &amp; Smooth at&nbsp;Lower Market Street; and Athlete's Foot at&nbsp;Heritage Quay</li></ul>For persons interested to support but are unable to participate they may donate to the cause by visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/islandrun">https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/islandrun</a>&nbsp;Island Run Antigua was conceptualized by members of Sandals Resorts International’s Unique Vacations Inc. UK team and has garnered international partnership through British Airways, Mail Metro Media, Runners World and Good Housekeeping Magazine, Northstar Meetings Group, Corpay, Hays Travel, 7Stars, EMC3, Upsamdown and UYN.Local partners so far include TickeTing App, Digicel Group, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, and Anjo Wholesale. &nbsp;

Sandals Foundation Hosts First-Ever Island Run to Support Life-Saving Paediatric Healthcare Needs

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EXUMA, Bahamas, August 16, 2023—Nearly 2,000 Exuma locals attended the first staging of the Great Shape! Inc. iCare clinic that was held August 7-11 at the Sandals Emerald Bay Ballroom. The team of eye care professionals and volunteers from the USA and Canada with the support of Sandals Foundation provided screening and a suite of medical and eye care services including free exams and pathology screenings, health screenings for blood pressure and blood sugar, and selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) for the treatment of glaucoma to citizens, young and old alike.&nbsp;The outreach which was approved by the Ministry of Health and Wellness, received support from a wide range of partners, including the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Bahamas Customs and Immigration Departments, the Ministry of Education, Exuma Local Government Board, Exuma Christian Council and Blaze 98.3 FM.Dr. Steven Stern, Director and Founder of Great Shape!’s iCare programme, stated that there is always a need to provide care to those who have eye problems but cannot afford to buy glasses for themselves."We saw a lot of need during this clinic. There were many people who needed glasses and many had glaucoma and were going blind every day and had no idea," Stern explained.He continued, "I am pleased that we were able to make these diagnoses so that people were aware that they didn't just need glasses and we were able to provide laser treatment (selective laser trabeculoplasty) and medication for them for several months, which will help tremendously in restoring their sight."Almost thirty residents received glaucoma laser treatment, over 600 prescribed eyeglasses will be custom made in the United States and hand delivered in November—a record high for the US-based non-profit that has been in operation for over ten years. One thousand eighteen hundred (1,800) reading glasses and over 2000 sunglasses were also distributed.Many residents expressed gratitude for the service received during the week-long clinic.One parent, Tomeika Smith explained, "My little girl wears glasses, and after paying for her to get new glasses the first two times, my husband and I couldn't afford to pay that money another time."&nbsp;Smith went on to say, "Through this clinic, she received a free exam and was able to get new glasses, and she is now doing well."After having prolong vision problems, Theo Phyllis Grey, a Boat Captain, was able to acquire a diagnosis and treatment."It feels good to have some answers," he exclaimed.“I've been suffering with vision problems and would have visited other doctors in Nassau. However, the treatment I had received was ineffective,” Grey explained.“At this clinic, they really took the time to do the necessary tests and made a diagnosis that can be corrected. I’ve since received treatment and a prescription for continued care. I am extremely pleased with the overall service," he added.Since its inception in 2009, iCARE has conducted over 24 weeks of clinics and over five weeks of cataract surgery—providing critical services and supplies worth over US$13 million to thousands of individuals in Jamaica, Antigua, Turks and Caicos, St. Lucia, and now Exuma in The Bahamas.The Sandals Foundation will continue to support the health of Caribbean communities by investing in the services that create healthy families.

First Great Shape! Inc. iCare Clinic A Success

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Last week Saturday marked a historic day for environmental conservation in The Bahamas. The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) in collaboration with the Sandals Foundation (SF) and community members planted 1,000 native trees at Gold Rock Beach in the Lucayan National Park. This single-day activity made a significant stride on the road to recovery for the country’s second-most-visited national park.&nbsp;The goal of this planting activity was to help restore the iconic beach after the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian in 2019. The trees planted were all native coastal plants that will help to stabilise the dune, create native habitat, and promote sand recovery on the popular beach. Along with restoring the natural areas that were damaged, the trees, once mature, will also build resilience against future storms.&nbsp;Miss Ann Marie-Carroll, one of the main event organisers remarked, “Gold Rock Beach has been plagued with invasive casuarina trees for decades and because of this, it has been susceptible to severe erosion during hurricanes like Hurricane Matthew and Dorian. These native coastal trees we’re planting are adapted to survive these environments and protect these coastlines from erosion. The BNT has a small team in Grand Bahama, so volunteer events like this are a great help to us. Volunteers of this project can take pride in knowing they helped to restore a world-renowned beach in their own community.”Over 40 enthusiastic volunteers including local residents, students, and environmentalists showed up to get their hands dirty. The activity was also graced by the presence of Miss Universe Bahamas 2023 Melissa Ingraham, and Miss Supranational Bahamas 2023 Maliqué Maranda.&nbsp;Miss Bahamas Universe 2023, an environmentalist whose platform is focused on climate action shared, "Our islands are a paradise, but they are also very vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, such as intense storms like Hurricane Dorian. Today, we've not only planted native trees to help this coastline recover, but we have sown hope for a more resilient future. I'm honoured to be part of this journey towards restoring the beauty and biodiversity of Gold Rock Beach."The Sandals Foundation, known for its commitment to Caribbean communities, provided funding for this activity and other BNT restoration initiatives on the island.“As a Caribbean organisation, the Sandals Foundation believes very strongly that it is our duty to protect the region’s breathtaking ecosystems. This mandate also rings true for The Bahamas National Trust, which works intently in raising environmental awareness, developing effective conservation practices, and empowering communities and the next generation. Together, we can do more to preserve our islands’ natural treasures for generations to come.”&nbsp;said&nbsp;Patrice Gilpin, Public Relations Manager at Sandals Foundation.“Our islands’ coasts form part of our very identity as a region. The pristine waters, health of coral reefs, mangrove network, marine biodiversity, and fish populations are the source of livelihood for countless families. Therefore, coastal restoration for us at the Sandals Foundation is the preservation of life and livelihoods as we know it. Especially in this vastly changing climate, we are committed to doing our part to build the resilience of our islands and the people who call this region home.”&nbsp;she continued.&nbsp;This activity complements and supports other restoration initiatives under the Global Environment Facility Full Size 2020 Project and The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund Restoration Project.After the volunteer activity was finished and as the sun set on Lucayan National Park, the newly planted trees stood as symbols of hope, community spirit, and a commitment to a sustainable, resilient future.The BNT thanks all the volunteers who came out to support the activity, and the Sandals Foundation for supporting environmental recovery and resilience in Grand Bahama.&nbsp;Photos by Elijah Sands/Bahamas National Trust

BNT, Sandals Foundation, and Volunteers Plant 1,000 Trees at Gold Rock Beach in Grand Bahama

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Thousands of Exuma residents are set to be served at the state-of-the-art Great Shape! Inc.’s iCARE clinics made possible through partnership with the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International - the Sandals Foundation.The Great Shape! Inc.’s iCARE Project provides free eye exams, glasses (prescription, reading and sunglasses), laser procedures for glaucoma, health screenings, medications, and education to families.&nbsp;Since its inception in 2009, the programme, which consists of a team of ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, optical technicians, and other healthcare professionals, have served over 50,000 on the islands of Jamaica, Turks &amp; Caicos, Antigua, St. Lucia, and Barbados.Founder and director of the iCARE programme, Steven Stern expressed delight at the programme’s introduction to the Exuma community, noting “Our team is thrilled to be serving the people of Exuma for the first time. We have the ability and resources to treat half of the island’s population over our 5 days of clinic. All who cannot afford these services are welcome to attend.”For Heidi Clarke, Executive Director at the Sandals Foundation, the expansion of the eye care mission to Exuma is “a major milestone for us at the foundation as we aim to bring this life changing service to as many families across the Caribbean as possible.”Great Shape! Inc. is one of the world’s largest volunteer missions. The programmes, which also include dental and literacy intervention is made possible with Sandals and Beaches Resorts providing accommodations and the charitable arm, the Sandals Foundation, spearheading logistics and offsetting the costs for transportation, as well as food and beverage for the clinics.The iCARE Exuma clinics will be conducted from Monday to Friday, August 7 – 11 at Sandals Emerald Bay Ballroom, located on Queen’s Highway. Hours are 8:30 to 15:00 Monday to Thursday and Friday from 8:30 to 13:00.&nbsp;Interested residents are encouraged to be early.

Free Eye Care Clinic Expands to Serve Families in Exuma, Bahamas

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