Press Release Nov 2015
The third quarterly meeting of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia was held at the Bay Garden’s Beach Resort on October 20th, and was attended by almost 70 leading women in the business and social community. Together with the members who were not able to make the meeting but who had made a commitment to the organization a total of $7,500 was raised to support a local charity voted upon by the membership.
Patroness Senator Berthia Parle describes how any members may nominate a local charity. All nominations are placed into a hat and three names are drawn randomly. The nominators of the three then make a 5 minute presentation describing the function of the charity and for what the monies would be used if they were to be voted the winning charity for the quarter. Each member then contributes $100 EC to that charity.
At the meeting the three charities drawn from the hat were: Grow Well, the Cerebral Palsy Association and Bordelais Correctional Institute. The 3 presenters on behalf of those charities all made compelling presentations describing the needs their organization fulfills. After a close vote the Cerebral Palsy Association was declared the winner. After collecting the contributions of members not at the meeting a cheque for $7,500 was presented by Senator Parle and Chair Valerie Jenkinson to the representative from the Cerebral Palsy Association, Diane Leonce, on November 7th.
Ms. Leone describes how children affected by Cerebral Palsy, which is not a disease but a condition caused by an injury or damage to the brain before, during or after birth. At this time there is no known cure for the condition and continues therapy is required for some level of normalcy. Frequently they are not accepted into the school system. And parents were unable to work as the child required 24/7 help. “The strain on families is often enormous and before the Association was started there was little help. Cerebral Palsy affects muscles and a person’s ability to control them. Balance, posture and co-ordination can also be affected. Tasks such as walking, sitting or tying a shoelace may be very difficult for some, while others may have difficulty grasping objects. Every case is unique to the individual. One person may have total paralysis and require constant care, while another may have partial paralysis might have slight movement tremors and require little assistance.” Ms. Leone stated the organization, which presently has 50 active members, was extremely grateful to the members of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia as the money will be put to use providing early intervention and socialization to two children at an early childhood centre for 6 months. “this intervention can mean a world of difference to the future of these children, stated Ms. Leone.
Valerie Jenkinson, Chair of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia, describes the organization as a group of dedicated women who care deeply about the St Lucia community. The group gathers four times a year for a one-hour meeting, with each member donating $100EC to a charity that the group selects through the ballot. “At our first meeting we raised $5,200” states Ms. Jenkinson. In 6 months we have increased our membership so today we were able to present a cheque for $7,500. We believe that once the word spreads about how effectively a group of women can make such a difference we will have in excess of our goal of 100 women. Once there are 100 members the combined donation of $10,000 each quarter will make a real impact, without time-consuming fundraising events and planning. Our mission and hope is for those of us more fortunate to provide for those in greatest need in St Lucia. $100 on its own does not do much but when 100 committed women join forces the combined result is really substantial and significant. ”.
When 100 Women Who Care St Lucia started last March there were 170 other Women Who Care organizations across North America and Mexico. Today there are over 330. Senator Berthia Parle attributes the growth to the simplicity of the concept. I know so many busy women, like myself, who want to give back to the community and those in need but who have so little time and often not much knowledge of the local charities. Other chapters have had amazing results and the growth in the organization in St Lucia since our first meeting is a testament to how this venture has struck a cord with women in our community. A big positive is that 100% of the funds raised go to local charities that directly benefit our community and there are no administrative costs.”
The next meeting at which a new charity will be selected by the group, takes place on January 19th at the Bay Gardens resort. Networking where the members can meet each other is from 6.00- 6,30pm and the meeting takes place from 6.30 – 7.30pm.
To find out more information or join go to the webpage www.100womenwhocarestlucia.com , find us on Facebook or email [email protected]
Patroness Senator Berthia Parle describes how any members may nominate a local charity. All nominations are placed into a hat and three names are drawn randomly. The nominators of the three then make a 5 minute presentation describing the function of the charity and for what the monies would be used if they were to be voted the winning charity for the quarter. Each member then contributes $100 EC to that charity.
At the meeting the three charities drawn from the hat were: Grow Well, the Cerebral Palsy Association and Bordelais Correctional Institute. The 3 presenters on behalf of those charities all made compelling presentations describing the needs their organization fulfills. After a close vote the Cerebral Palsy Association was declared the winner. After collecting the contributions of members not at the meeting a cheque for $7,500 was presented by Senator Parle and Chair Valerie Jenkinson to the representative from the Cerebral Palsy Association, Diane Leonce, on November 7th.
Ms. Leone describes how children affected by Cerebral Palsy, which is not a disease but a condition caused by an injury or damage to the brain before, during or after birth. At this time there is no known cure for the condition and continues therapy is required for some level of normalcy. Frequently they are not accepted into the school system. And parents were unable to work as the child required 24/7 help. “The strain on families is often enormous and before the Association was started there was little help. Cerebral Palsy affects muscles and a person’s ability to control them. Balance, posture and co-ordination can also be affected. Tasks such as walking, sitting or tying a shoelace may be very difficult for some, while others may have difficulty grasping objects. Every case is unique to the individual. One person may have total paralysis and require constant care, while another may have partial paralysis might have slight movement tremors and require little assistance.” Ms. Leone stated the organization, which presently has 50 active members, was extremely grateful to the members of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia as the money will be put to use providing early intervention and socialization to two children at an early childhood centre for 6 months. “this intervention can mean a world of difference to the future of these children, stated Ms. Leone.
Valerie Jenkinson, Chair of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia, describes the organization as a group of dedicated women who care deeply about the St Lucia community. The group gathers four times a year for a one-hour meeting, with each member donating $100EC to a charity that the group selects through the ballot. “At our first meeting we raised $5,200” states Ms. Jenkinson. In 6 months we have increased our membership so today we were able to present a cheque for $7,500. We believe that once the word spreads about how effectively a group of women can make such a difference we will have in excess of our goal of 100 women. Once there are 100 members the combined donation of $10,000 each quarter will make a real impact, without time-consuming fundraising events and planning. Our mission and hope is for those of us more fortunate to provide for those in greatest need in St Lucia. $100 on its own does not do much but when 100 committed women join forces the combined result is really substantial and significant. ”.
When 100 Women Who Care St Lucia started last March there were 170 other Women Who Care organizations across North America and Mexico. Today there are over 330. Senator Berthia Parle attributes the growth to the simplicity of the concept. I know so many busy women, like myself, who want to give back to the community and those in need but who have so little time and often not much knowledge of the local charities. Other chapters have had amazing results and the growth in the organization in St Lucia since our first meeting is a testament to how this venture has struck a cord with women in our community. A big positive is that 100% of the funds raised go to local charities that directly benefit our community and there are no administrative costs.”
The next meeting at which a new charity will be selected by the group, takes place on January 19th at the Bay Gardens resort. Networking where the members can meet each other is from 6.00- 6,30pm and the meeting takes place from 6.30 – 7.30pm.
To find out more information or join go to the webpage www.100womenwhocarestlucia.com , find us on Facebook or email [email protected]
Press Release April 2015
At the inaugural meeting held at the Bay Garden’s Beach Resort on March 20th, over 50 leading women in the business and social community joined forces to launch the first Caribbean chapter of 100 Women Who Care.
Valerie Jenkinson Chair of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia describes the organization as a group of dedicated women who care deeply about the St Lucia community. The group gathers four times a year for a one-hour meeting, with each member donating $100EC to a charity that the group selects through a ballot. “Once there are 100 members,” Ms. Jenkinson states, “the combined donation of $10,000 each quarter will make a real impact, without time-consuming fundraising events and planning. Our mission and hope is for those of us more fortunate to provide for those in greatest need in St Lucia. $100 on its own does not do much but when 100 committed women join forces the combined result is really substantial and significant ”.
100 Women Who Care St Lucia joins 170 other Women Who Care organizations across North America and Mexico in raising money with 100% of the funds raised going to the local charity. Patroness Senator Berthia Parle describes why she became involved and why she is an enthusiastic supporter. “When I was first approached with the idea of setting up a St Lucia chapter of 100 Women Who Care, I was immediately struck by the simplicity of the idea. I know so many busy women, like myself, who want to give back to the community and those in need but who have so little time and often not much knowledge of the local charities. Other chapters have had amazing results and the success of our first meeting is a testament to how this venture has struck a cord with women in our community. We had hoped to have 25 members join at our first meeting but had double that. Everyone agreed it will not take us long to get 100 Women Who Care.”
At the meeting all members were eligible to nominate a local charity. Out of all the submissions three were picked at random. The nominators for the three picked, Pawasol, the Crisis Centre and Amy’s Foundation each made a brief presentation and then members voted. Pawasol received the most votes and to date will receive the $5,100.00 donated by the new membership. Jane Du boulay on behalf of Pawasol Pour Ti Mamai was overwhelmed as she described to the group that a number of children’s wheelchairs had been donated to Pawasol. They had expected one or two containers but 5 arrived which, though wonderful, meant a $4000 bill for shipping charges. The wheelchairs were at the dock in Castries but the group did not have the $4000 to release the cargo. The 100 Women Who Care St Lucia donation was described as, “manna from heaven.”
At the next meeting a new charity will be selected by the group.
Valerie Jenkinson Chair of 100 Women Who Care St Lucia describes the organization as a group of dedicated women who care deeply about the St Lucia community. The group gathers four times a year for a one-hour meeting, with each member donating $100EC to a charity that the group selects through a ballot. “Once there are 100 members,” Ms. Jenkinson states, “the combined donation of $10,000 each quarter will make a real impact, without time-consuming fundraising events and planning. Our mission and hope is for those of us more fortunate to provide for those in greatest need in St Lucia. $100 on its own does not do much but when 100 committed women join forces the combined result is really substantial and significant ”.
100 Women Who Care St Lucia joins 170 other Women Who Care organizations across North America and Mexico in raising money with 100% of the funds raised going to the local charity. Patroness Senator Berthia Parle describes why she became involved and why she is an enthusiastic supporter. “When I was first approached with the idea of setting up a St Lucia chapter of 100 Women Who Care, I was immediately struck by the simplicity of the idea. I know so many busy women, like myself, who want to give back to the community and those in need but who have so little time and often not much knowledge of the local charities. Other chapters have had amazing results and the success of our first meeting is a testament to how this venture has struck a cord with women in our community. We had hoped to have 25 members join at our first meeting but had double that. Everyone agreed it will not take us long to get 100 Women Who Care.”
At the meeting all members were eligible to nominate a local charity. Out of all the submissions three were picked at random. The nominators for the three picked, Pawasol, the Crisis Centre and Amy’s Foundation each made a brief presentation and then members voted. Pawasol received the most votes and to date will receive the $5,100.00 donated by the new membership. Jane Du boulay on behalf of Pawasol Pour Ti Mamai was overwhelmed as she described to the group that a number of children’s wheelchairs had been donated to Pawasol. They had expected one or two containers but 5 arrived which, though wonderful, meant a $4000 bill for shipping charges. The wheelchairs were at the dock in Castries but the group did not have the $4000 to release the cargo. The 100 Women Who Care St Lucia donation was described as, “manna from heaven.”
At the next meeting a new charity will be selected by the group.
