KINGSTON, Jamaica— Flow Foundation on Friday distributed $1 million in vouchers to students living in Junction, St Elizabeth, as the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.

A press release announcing the initiative stated that Flow Foundation, the JPS Foundation and the Digicel Foundation joined forces to host a community relief event that has helped to ease the demands of the back-to-school period for parents.

The event was hosted at BB Coke High School under the theme “Connected Life” and included the distribution of other essential school supplies and the provision of medical check-ups and grooming services.

Residents were also treated to an Olympics watch party while children enjoyed a fun-filled day of games and rides.

Other partners of the event included Food for the Poor, National Water Commission and the HEART/NSTA Trust, the release said.

Danielle Savory, senior manager, communications, Flow, said Friday’s event was an extension of the humanitarian aid being offered by the organisations since Hurricane Beryl impacted the island on July 3.

“Immediately after the storm passed, Flow, along with JPS and Digicel, were in the communities supporting families to recover from the storm’s impact. It is not uncommon for us to provide aid, but this time was very special for us. Flow has returned to the St Elizabeth community to provide even more support for the families as they work to get their children ready for school despite the significant challenges they still face,” Savory said.

Savory further added that the collaboration by all the partners is a strong signal of their intention to make the recovery process easier for the residents of St Elizabeth.

“The collaborative spirit demonstrated by all the partners is a direct response to the needs of the community. We are committed to help make every day better for the people of St Elizabeth and we hope that the families who benefited today can continue to improve their lives, one day at a time,” she added.

Flow said it offered additional support for the event through the provision of hi-speed internet which enabled fast and convenient online access for all the patrons.

A Flow charging station and giveaways of phones and tablets through patron engagement were among the highlights of the day, the release added.

The Flow Foundation is in its 20th year of positive contributions to nation building and is dedicated to connecting communities and changing lives with our technology, meaningful partnerships, and community-driven initiatives, the communications and entertainment company said.