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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 &... Read more of this article
Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser Set For June 9
MAMA [Meet a Mum Association], in partnership with SCARS and the Family Centre, will be hosting their annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser event on Sunday, June 9 from 11.00am to 3.00pm at Bernard’s Park in Pembroke. The event will see BELCO, the island’s emergency services, and other truck and bus companies bring their vehicles to Bernard’s Park,... Read more of this article
Family Centre Holds Youth Leadership Training
In April, sixteen Dellwood Middle School students and eighteen adults participated in a transformative experience during Family Centre’s Youth Leadership Intensive [YLI] training week. A spokesperson said, “This annual YLI event supports youth to speak up about experiences that have impacted them and facilitates relationship building between... Read more of this article
CAS, Family Centre & Solstice Collaborate
Representatives from prominent local adolescent mental health service organizations – Child and Adolescent Services [CAS], Family Centre, and Solstice have been working together to address crucial enhancements needed within the adolescent mental health care framework. A spokesperson said, “This collaboration, an extension of the Adolescent Mental... Read more of this article
Nine Families Enjoy Holiday Cheer From Deloitte
With the help of a $25,000 donation from Deloitte Bermuda, nine Family Centre client families will receive an all-inclusive holiday cheer experience for their entire family. A spokesperson said, “Earlier this month, staff were paired into teams and purchased gifts, including board games, Barbies, and art supplies. Each family member will also... Read more of this article
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
