Hashtag: #CharityEvents
$25,000 Raised To Support DMBHA Academy
Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy announced the successful raising of $25,000 through recent community events, showcasing the power of collaboration, empowerment, and advocacy. A spokesperson said, “The vibrant Sports Day 2024 and the inspiring May 24th Team Hope initiative highlight the support and commitment of our community to our mission of... Read more of this article
KraftHeinz & Butterfield & Vallis Donate $4,205
KraftHeinz and Butterfield & Vallis recently presented a cheque to The Reading Clinic for $4,205.18. A spokesperson said, “For a limited time, with the purchase of any participating KraftHeinz product, including Kraft mayonnaise, Heinz ketchup, Kraft dressing, Kraft barbecue sauce, Heinz mustard and Heinz relish, at stores throughout Bermuda,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Peace March For Palestine
The Peace Collective and several other organizations held a march this weekend to show solidarity with Palestine, and launched an online petition urging the Governor to support international efforts for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The organizers previously said, “The Peace Collective, along with Social Justice Bermuda, the Muslim Community... Read more of this article
GoFundMe For Darren Whitehead Launched
A GoFundMe campaign aiming to raise $100,000 to assist Darren Whitehead with his medical expenses has been launched. The GoFundMe page says, “Hey family and friends, I hope you are all doing well. I together with my family are appealing for your kindness and generosity, on behalf of my Dad, Darren “Dread”Whitehead. You see, nine years ago,... Read more of this article
KPMG Donates To WindReach Bermuda
On May 31, more than 100 KPMG staff contributed $10,000 in services and materials to WindReach Bermuda for Make a Difference Day [MaDD]. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, May 31, over 100 KPMG staff went to WindReach Bermuda for the firm’s annual Make a Difference Day. In total, KPMG contributed over $10,000 in services and materials to WindReach,... Read more of this article
Age Concern: Free LED Light Bulbs Giveaway
Age Concern Bermuda will distribute free LED light bulbs to residents aged 50 and over from June 24th to June 26th. A spokesperson said, “Last year in May of 2023, Age Concern partnered with The Department of Energy to distribute over 500 LED light bulbs to Bermuda’s ageing population. Since then, we have had many requests to host a second giveaway... Read more of this article
Photos: SPS Donates $28K Of School Supplies
Support Public Schools, Bermuda [SPS.bm] has delivered more than $28,000 of school supplies as well as various other educational items to Bermuda’s 17 public primary schools. A spokesperson said, ”The SPS.bm team delivered supplies on June 11th and 12th which included $23,000 worth of new purchases, more than $5,000 in paper supplies – 65... Read more of this article
Freisenbruch Insurance Wins Blood Drive
Freisenbruch Insurance Services has been named the 2024 champion of Bermuda’s Corporate Blood Drive, securing their third win in the annual competition. A spokesperson said, “It’s World Blood Donor Day today and the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre is excited to announce that Freisenbruch Insurance Services Ltd has been crowned as Corporate... Read more of this article
AXA XL Celebrates Annual Global Day Of Giving
AXA XL’s annual Global Day of Giving involved over 4,000 colleagues globally — including in Bermuda — volunteering for 240 projects. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL recently held its annual Global Day of Giving as part of AXA’s Week for Good. During the Global Day of Giving more than 4,000 AXA XL colleagues around the world volunteered... Read more of this article
Liberty Mutual Sponsors Kayak4Kids Event
Liberty Mutual Bermuda sponsored and participated in the recently held Kayak4Kids event. A spokesperson said, “Liberty Mutual Bermuda is delighted to sponsor and actively participate in the annual Kayak4Kids event. We applaud the incredible determination and dedication of the kayakers, paddleboarders, surf skiers, and rowers who braved challenging... Read more of this article
Love Is Love Raises $2,200 For OUTBermuda
Love is Love BDA’s brunch event at Bolero Brasserie raised $2,200 for OUTBermuda’s 2024 education bursary. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday, June 2nd, 2024 Love is Love BDA hosted their second brunch event at Bolero Brasserie. Thanks to raffle sales and donations the event raised $1700 and a further $500 was raised from twenty percent of... Read more of this article
Annual Senior’s Tea Event Held
On June 7, 2024, Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinée Furbert, welcomed seniors to the annual Senior’s Tea at Open Door Christian Assembly. Minister Tinée Furbert said, “The annual Senior’s Tea is a wonderful event to look forward to during the year which provides a space for our elderly to establish new connections, gain... Read more of this article
DailyMale Health Clinic To Host First Tag Day
[Written by Patrick Bean] DailyMale Men’s Health Clinic is set to host it’s first tag day on Friday, June 14, a Pre-Father’s Day event that desires to paint Bermuda blue in spreading awareness toward curtailment and prevention of prostate cancer and cardiovascular disease. Fresh from a second, successful pop-up venture at St George’s Cricket... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser Event
MAMA, in partnership with SCARS and the Family Centre, hosted their annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser at Bernard’s Park on Sunday, June 9. Children enjoyed exploring vehicles brought by some of island’s emergency and public services and local companies. Related Stories Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser Set For June 9 Photos, Video,... Read more of this article
Photos & Videos: SCARS Kayak For Kids Event
Kayakers, paddleboarders, surf skiers, and rowers completed a loop of the island this weekend to raise money for the child sexual abuse prevention charity SCARS during the ninth annual Kayak for Kids event. Related Stories Photos, Video, 360: Kayakers Raise Money SCARS Training Sessions For Local Officials Liberty... Read more of this article
BCCL Named City Of Hamilton’s Charity Of Year
The City of Hamilton has selected the Bermuda Center for Creative Learning [BCCL] as its charity of the year for 2024. A spokesperson said, “Each year, the City’s Social Committee selects a charity to donate funds collected at the City’s annual Christmas party raffle. The City also makes in-kind donations to other charities throughout the... Read more of this article
