Validus Donation Supports BOM’s India Mission
Bermuda Overseas Missions [BOM] received a donation of $20,000 from Validus earlier this week.
Mr. Jerome Dill, on behalf of Validus Group presented the gift to BOM President Mr. David Thompson and stated “Validus is delighted to support the efforts of our colleagues at Bermuda Overseas Missions and to sponsor the construction of two homes in India.
“Our donation reflects our belief in the core mission of BOM and its work to construct homes in communities where a critical need exists.”
David Thompson will lead a team of 38 local volunteers to Kerala, India in July 2013 to build homes for less-privileged families, in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity International.
According to Mr. Thompson, “We are thrilled with this generous donation from Validus. Their caring partnership with BOM reflect their commitment to helping local Bermudians from all backgrounds, ages and faiths, to participate in hands-on opportunities to make a difference in our world.
“With this significant gift, and through the amazing support of many other corporate and individual donations, we are able to build bridges of cultural awareness, develop new friendships and renew our faith, with practical caring actions.”
In addition, as part of this year’s fund-raising efforts, BOM will be hosting a Bollywood-themed dinner on June 22 at BHS School. With dinner prepared by House of India and a Silent Auction this will be the charity’s most important fund raiser before their mission to India.
Mr. Thompson said “We are excited about our trip to southern India where we plan to build at least six homes. The sub-continent mission will offer an amazing opportunity for our volunteers to assist families in need and at the same time offers the adventure of a lifetime.
“With 60% of our volunteers being local students, this trip will impact the lives of these young Bermudians for many years to come. In fact, 100% of the fundraising goes towards this trip and help these students travel off-island many of whom might not ordinarily be able to afford such a trip.
“Volunteers contribute their own labor, or sweat equity, and funds raised help pay for construction materials and the cost of building homes for these impoverished families”.
Tickets for the “BOM goes Bollywood” dinner may be purchased at www.ptix.bm or by contacting David Thompson at 705-4600.
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