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Love Transforms

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.

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The Power of $15

Celebrating 15 years of empowering lives. Through initiatives in education,
community development and environmental conservation, together we touched some
1.5 million lives.

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Improving Food Security & Nutrition

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

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From the Ocean, 
For the Future.

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

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Enhancing Education

Providing children and adults with learning tools, resources and infrastructure
for their success.

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Developing Communities

Strengthening social programs and tackling issues to empower all.

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Conserving the Environment

Protecting the natural resources that sustain life. 

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#WHOArevolution

Empowering women positively impacts lives!

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Pack for a Purpose ®

Bring much needed school supplies to students in need.

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Reading Road Trip

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.

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Love Transforms

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.

VIEW REPORT

The Power of $15

Celebrating 15 years of empowering lives. Through initiatives in education,
community development and environmental conservation, together we touched some
1.5 million lives.

learn more

Improving Food Security & Nutrition

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

learn more

From the Ocean, 
For the Future.

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

learn more


Enhancing Education

Providing children and adults with learning tools, resources and infrastructure
for their success.

learn more

Developing Communities

Strengthening social programs and tackling issues to empower all.

learn more

Conserving the Environment

Protecting the natural resources that sustain life. 

learn more

#WHOArevolution

Empowering women positively impacts lives!

learn more


Pack for a Purpose ®

Bring much needed school supplies to students in need.

learn more


Reading Road Trip

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.

learn more

Love Transforms

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.

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



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.


OUR PROMISE


COMMUNITY


EMPOWER LIVES

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.
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EDUCATION


ENCOURAGE DREAMS

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.
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ENVIRONMENT


CULTIVATE TOMORROW

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.
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OUR IMPACT

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 * bahamas|
 * community|
 * August 2024

PACE Cosmetology Lab Opens to Support Livelihood Efforts of Teen Mothers

Teen mothers attending the Providing Access to Continued Education (PACE) in
Nassau will now benefit from cosmetology training and certification to bolster
their livelihood opportunities thanks the opening of a Cosmetology Lab made
possible by the Sandals Foundation.

The investment, valued at just over US $30,500 involved the retrofitting of an
old building on the grounds of the PACE headquarters to provide a space for
expecting mothers to learn hair dressing, make-up, and nail technology. The
skills are intended to provide a sustainable source of income for young mothers
by improving their employability and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Speaking at the opening ceremony held on Friday August 30, Principal at PACE,
Patrice Miller says, “This Lab is for training our students not just for the
work force but to become business owners and to help them prepare a lifestyle
for themselves and their babies.”

Emphasizing the importance of technical education and certification, Permanent
Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Lorraine Armbrister says the empowerment
of young ladies in cosmetology is very important.

“While we accept that all children must be literate and numerate we know that
not all children are the same. The goal of the Ministry of Education is to
ensure that every child is self-empowered, self-fulfilled and that they have
what they need [to] achieve. Initiatives like this go a long way to make sure
these young women … go on and do great things with their lives.”

Patrice Gilpin, Public Relations Manager at the Sandals Foundation says the
philanthropic organization is committed to the empowerment of women and
facilitating conditions that propel them to thrive.

“Our teen mothers need that second chance to create a solid framework for their
lives. The addition of the Cosmetology Lab opens new doors for employment,
entrepreneurship and ultimately – sustainably earning a living…not only for
themselves but their new family.”

In a sobering testimonial, PACE graduate, Aliyah Bane shared how her life has
been transformed by the programme. “My journey at PACE has elevated me to higher
heights. Not only was I equipped with the skills necessary to become a wonderful
mother, but I was also able to enhance my skills in hair braiding, needle work,
cosmetology and culinary arts. I encourage any young lady in my situation to
never give up and to utilize the service at PACE to support them in their life
journey to success.”



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 * community|
 * July 2024

Hurricane Beryl Relief Mission

As a Caribbean organization, the Sandals Foundation is committed to our mandate
to use the power of our network to provide hope to families. Hurricane Beryl has
caused significant infrastructural damage to communities in the Eastern
Caribbean as well as the south coast of Jamaica, leaving many families unsure
about their next move.



Join us as we lend a hand to Carriacou, Petite Martinique, the Grenadine
communities of Union Island, Bequia, Mayreau, and Canouan, as well as certain
areas of the south coast of Jamaica.



Already, we have begun our first relief mission:



In St. Vincent

● Water has been delivered and consigned to the National Emergency Management
Organization (NEMO).

● We have partnered with the local disaster emergency agency to deliver first
relief items to be distributed in the communities of Bequia, Mayreau, Union
Island and Canouan.

● Our ongoing partnership with UK’s emergency and crisis response charity has a
team travelling to Barbados and Union Island in the Grenadines for a
Reconnaissance mission as well as disaster & volunteer efforts.



In Grenada 

● Water has been delivered and distributed to outer island of Carriacou through
Grenada.

● Through our partnership with Food For the Poor, we are supporting the
transportation of essential relief supplies, including tarpaulins, blankets,
flashlights, ropes, nails, feminine hygiene kits, and wash kits, to Carriacou
and Petite Martinique.



In Jamaica

● Containers of water and tarpaulins have been shipped to support communities in
Jamaica’s south coast.

● Through our partnership with Lasco Chin Foundation, we are providing funding
for relief supplies for 550 food packages to families in Portland Cottage +
coastal St. Elizabeth farming community.

● We are working hand in hand with the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) to
identify and address the greatest needs of the fishers. Together, we aim to help
them get back on their feet and continue their essential work in their
communities.



We are Caribbean strong and will continue to mobilize our network in this time
of need.



Join us in our mission. Funds are urgently needed to purchase emergency relief
supplies as well as to invest in mid to long term recovery and rebuilding
efforts on these islands.

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 * barbados|
 * community|
 * June 2024

Sandals Foundation Captures Major Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association Award
for Social Responsibility

The Sandals Foundation has won the coveted Social Responsibility Award of the
Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA).

Held at the Gallagher, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International
was recognized for its decade-long efforts implementing sustainable development
projects in the core areas of education, community, and the environment.

General Manager of Sandals Barbados Mr. Surinder Kahlon was present to accept
the award with some members of his resort management team said, “Awards are very
special no matter the category. But this one touches all of us deeply as it
recognizes the hard work and commitment we have shown to the people of Barbados
-investing in the island’s education institutions and infrastructure, engaging
youth far and wide, providing second chances through skills training and
certification, strengthening food security efforts, supporting the conservation
through the management of our national Park, and providing critical equipment
and services for pediatric healthcare.

“On behalf of my entire team we humbly accept this award and will continue to be
a source of inspiration to the people of Barbados,” said Surinder.

Heidi Clarke, Executive Director, Sandals Foundation called the award an honor
and pledged to continue working for the betterment of lives in Barbados.

“It is truly an honor for the Sandals Foundation to be recognized by the
Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association for our commitment to Social
Responsibility. This acknowledgment reflects the hard work and dedication of our
valued team members, guests, and local partners working together. We appreciate
the support of the BHTA and remain steadfast in our commitment to creating a
better future for Caribbean nationals,” said Clarke.

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 their key areas.



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 * turks & caicos|
 * community|
 * June 2024

Junior Golfers Take Home Top Prize at Sandals Golf and Jerk Festival

It was a fairytale ending to the 4th staging of the Sandals Golf and Jerk
Festival held at the Upton Estate Golf and Country Club on Saturday, June 15 as
present and former members of the Sandals Foundation’s Care for Kids Junior Golf
Programme, 12 year old Cavani James, and 21 year old Tajay Lobban beat just
under 100 seasoned adult golfers at the fourth staging of the annual fundraising
event.

The festival which seamlessly combines the authentic Jamaican jerk cuisine with
the prowess of golf aims to raise funds to support the Urology Department at the
St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital as well as the foundation’s Care for Kids Junior
Golf programme –providing mentorship, and key life skills to young men and women
ages 7 to 18years old.

Jerk teams, sponsored by The Best Dressed Chicken and Rainforest, saw members
from Sandals Dunn’s River Resort, Sandals Royal Plantation, Beaches Ocho Rios
Resort and Sandals Upton Estate Golf and Country Club going toe to toe with
unique chicken, shrimp and fish recipes. In an effort to continue its youth
engagement commitment, all jerk teams also comprised students of the St. Ann’s
Chapter of the HEART/ NSTA Trust’s hospitality school.

Other notable sponsors, include Digicel, Caribbean Producers Jamaica, ATL
Automotive, Trade Winds Citrus, and CIBC Caribbean. See below linked photos
captioned.



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