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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
Five Teenagers Give To Bermuda Charities
Teenagers D’Mori Harvey, Ajahni Lema-Bascome, Zeshawn Williams, Sivaja Perinchief, and Danté Sousa recently gave back to Bermuda charities as a part of their Youth Leadership Academy summer project at Family Centre. A spokesperson said, “It would be an unforgettable summer for D’Mori Harvey, Ajahni Lema-Bascome, Zeshawn Williams, Sivaja Perinchief,... Read more of this article
‘Virtual Valentines’ eCards To Help Family Centre
The Family Centre has a new initiative #VirtualValentine — where you can donate online to send an eCard — that helps people to show their love and spread it to the wider community this Valentine’s Season. A spokesperson said, “A simple, effective, and eco-friendly way to show any loved one that you care, the #VirtualValentine is... Read more of this article
Deloitte Donates $20,000 To Family Centre
A $20,000 donation from Deloitte Bermuda will see 13 Family Centre families receive an “all-inclusive holiday cheer experience.” A spokesperson said, “With the help of a $20,000 donation from Deloitte Bermuda, 13 Family Centre families will receive an all-inclusive holiday cheer experience. The funds purchased gifts, including Christmas... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Family Centre Old Bags Fundraiser
Family Centre is holding their ‘Old Bags’ fundraiser event today [Nov 18] at the Horizons Clubhouse on South Shore Road in Paget. A spokesperson previously said, “Family Centre Presents its Popular ‘Old Bags’ Event – a Silent Auction of ‘Designer Inspired’ New Handbags and Sale of Gently used Handbags, Clothing and Accessories to Support... Read more of this article
Family Centre ‘Old Bags’ Fundraiser Event
Family Centre is getting set to present their ‘Old Bags’ event on Thursday [Nov 18] at the Horizons Clubhouse on South Shore Road in Paget from 1.00pm to 8.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre Presents its Popular ‘Old Bags’ Event – a Silent Auction of ‘Designer Inspired’ New Handbags and Sale of Gently used Handbags, Clothing and... Read more of this article
Mental Health Awareness Campaign Launches
Family Centre is launching a mental health awareness campaign for children and teens. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre, in partnership with RBK Advertising + Design and One Communications has launched a public awareness campaign to bring attention to mental health issues with Bermuda’s children and teens. The campaign launched this week during... Read more of this article
Minister Attends Family Centre Presentation
The Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert recently had the opportunity to attend The Family Centre‘s Youth Leadership Academy’s Annual “Foundations Social Change Projects” Presentation. Minister Furbert said, “Thank you to the Family Centre Team for creating this avenue for our youth. “I applaud... Read more of this article
Family Centre To Hold Cup Match Tag Day
Family Centre will be holding its Cup Match Tag Day, with people able to purchase their Cup Match ribbons online via the Sargasso Sea app. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre, Clarien Bank and Sargasso Sea are teaming up to celebrate Bermuda’s return to the Cup Match Game. Family Centre Cup Match Tag Day ribbons are now available for purchase.... Read more of this article
New Solar System Installed At Family Centre
BE Solar partnered with Aeolus Capital Management to install a solar system for the Family Centre headquarters in Pembroke, and they noted that the solar system “will help the charity save over $4,800 each year by relying less on fossil fuel electricity.” A BE Solar spokesperson said, “Local solar company, BE Solar, has partnered with... Read more of this article
Video: Happy Earth Day From Family Centre
The Family Centre is sharing their Earth Day video with the community and encouraging people on the island “to engage in healthy green activities with their children and families.” A spokesperson said, “Family Centre joins Greenrock and other environmentally conscious organizations to be good stewards of the environment. The charity, Family... Read more of this article
DYAN Art Auction To Benefit Family Centre
Artist Diane Maughan, also known as DYAN, will be auctioning two original paintings, with the proceeds to benefit the Family Centre. A spokesperson said, “Artist Diane Maughan, known in the art world as DYAN, knew she wanted to help children and families in need. According to the artist, the pandemic has deeply affected children and families worldwide,... Read more of this article
Family Centre Sees 50% Increase In Calls
The Family Centre “is experiencing more than a 50 percent increase in calls and requests for therapeutic services as families” amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Families in Bermuda are feeling the pinch in many ways.” Family Centre Executive Director Dr. Sandy De Silva said, “Family Centre is experiencing... Read more of this article
Adverse Childhood Experiences Document
The Family Centre has released a new white paper on Adverse Childhood Experiences [ACE], noting that it is ‘reflective of our collective ‘Bermuda experience’ and provide support for continuing to build on a Bermuda-based research capacity.’ A spokesperson said, “In 2018, Bermuda was introduced to another meaning for ‘ACEs’;... Read more of this article
Christmas Message From The Family Centre
[Christmas Message from The Family Centre] Family Centre Board of Directors and Staff would like to wish Bermuda a Happy and Safe Holiday Season. As we reflect on the year, Family Centre is very grateful to our donors, volunteers, partners and the community for your overwhelming support through a very challenging time in Bermuda and the world. Because... Read more of this article
