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Founder’s Day Honours Martha Dismont
Family Centre celebrated World Children’s Day alongside its first annual Founder’s Day with a dedication ceremony at Family Centre’s Sunshine League House location, marking the birthday of the organization’s visionary founder, the late Martha Dismont, and her legacy of service. Michelle Dismont-Frazzoni, Elis Frazzoni, Aruna Dismont,... Read more of this article
Family Centre Charity Launch ‘Critical Appeal’
Family Centre has launched a World Children’s Day Critical Appeal “in an effort to make up significant funding shortfalls experienced this year. ” A spokesperson said, “The organization has launched the island-wide critical appeal to narrow the shortfall and ensure children and families facing social and emotional challenges can... Read more of this article
Family Centre Tag Day To Honour Martha Dismont
The Family Centre, an accredited nonprofit dedicated to improving families’ lives in Bermuda, has announced they “will honour its beloved late founder Martha Dismont, by dedicating the 2023 Annual Cup Match Tag Day to her memory.” A spokesperson said, “Sponsored once again by Clarien Bank, the Tag Day will run between now and Wednesday,... Read more of this article
Freisenbruch Steps Down, Symonds Elected
Family Centre announced today that the chairperson of its Board of Directors, Justin Freisenbruch, has stepped down after a total of eighteen years of service with the last seven years as Board Chair, and the Board of Directors unanimously elected Board member Venetta Symonds as the new Board Chair, effective June 7, 2023. A spokesperson said, “Justin... Read more of this article
PwC Volunteers Support Family Centre Students
Family Centre’s Youth Leadership Academy [YLA] has been able to provide academic support to seven students this school year, thanks to a team of volunteers from PwC Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The accounting professionals have been volunteering their time and expertise to provide the students with support in their 4-core subject areas, in weekly... Read more of this article
Butterfield Sponsors ‘Beyond’ Programmes
Family Centre said they are “pleased to welcome Butterfield’s support for its Beyond Rugby and Beyond Yoga programmes, which aim to positively impact the lives of children in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “The Beyond programmes are designed to decrease common barriers to participation in sport, promote a learning ready mindset amongst... Read more of this article
Rosewood Donates $5,000 To Family Centre
Rosewood Bermuda has made a $5,000 donation to benefit the Family Centre, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving families’ lives. A spokesperson said, “Raised via silent auction during the first annual ‘Rosewood Cup,’ a signature golf tournament held by Rosewood Bermuda from November 25 – 27, 2022, the donation kicks off a renewed... Read more of this article
Deloitte Helps 13 Families Enjoy Holiday Cheer
Deloitte Bermuda has donated $25,000 to assist 13 Family Centre families, providing them with “an all-inclusive holiday experience.” A spokesperson said, “Deloitte staff, who split into thirteen teams, used the money to purchase gifts, such as fidget toys, toy trucks, puzzles, coloring books for the children, and stocking stuffers... Read more of this article
Golf Tournament Donates $5K To Family Centre
Local golf group, Par 5 Golf Club Bermuda, held their annual Fallen Heroes Memorial Golf Tournament on Sunday, October 2 at Port Royal Golf Course, with proceeds presented to Family Centre to support its therapeutic Counselling Services and Community Outreach Programmes. Edwin Ford, Par 5 Golf Club President and Thania Redman, Family Centre Relationship... Read more of this article
Carey Olsen Partners With World Triathlon
Carey Olsen Bermuda will be competing in the Triathlon Union’s 2022 World Triathlon Series Championships in Bermuda to raise funds for Family Centre Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The leading offshore law firm is also proud to be one of the sponsors and an Official Partner of the event as it returns for the first time since the pandemic. “The... Read more of this article
Support Your Team & Families With Ribbons
You can show your support for your Cup Match team while also supporting a good cause with the Family Centre Cup Match ribbon campaign, with ribbons available at various locations throughout the island. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre kicks off its Cup Match Tag Day 2022 Campaign this week. This is Family Centre’s major fundraiser for the year.... Read more of this article
Family Centre Helps Girls Overcome Anxiety
A therapy group set up by the Family Centre has helped local teenage girls overcome anxiety and low self-esteem. The Girls Group, which was held on Thursdays from May 12 to June 23, taught girls aged 12 to 15 how to build a “coping toolbox” and increase their skills in self-expression and assertiveness. Rishèe Paschal, the Family Centre... Read more of this article
Family Affair Fish Fry Fundraiser On Friday
This Friday you can enjoy a nice meal while supporting a good cause, as the “Family Affair Fish Fry Fundraiser” event will be held at the Thyme Restaurant in support of Family Centre and Focus Counselling Services, with both dine in and take out options available. The event page said, “It’s a Family Affair at Thyme Restaurant! Family... Read more of this article
Princess Donates To Two Local Charities
Following its Black History Month celebrations in February, the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club made donations to two local charities in the name of its honourees: the Bermuda College Foundation, chosen by Gary Phillips, and the Family Centre, chosen by Martha Dismont. “$2,000 was raised for the organisations through the hotel’s Black History... Read more of this article
Family Centre Launch ‘Pot Of Gold’ Fundraiser
The Family Centre is launching their “Pot O’ Gold” fundraising initiative to benefit vulnerable children, teens and their families. A spokesperson said, “St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th is just around the corner. The Family Centre Special Events Committee are once again launching their “Pot O’ Gold” fundraising initiative to benefit... Read more of this article
Princess Donates $1,500 To Family Centre
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has donated $1,500 to the Family Centre – the results of its festive fundraising. A spokesperson said, “The General Manager, Tim Morrison, and Managers of Crown & Anchor, Shonette Higgins and Mark Phillips, were on hand to share the donation with the charity team. “Throughout the holiday season, Crown... Read more of this article
