The Aubyn Foundation continues to make a national impact after sponsoring scholarships for deserving students at the Morgan’s Family Foundation back-to-school treat held on August 17.

The initiative was hosted in Curatoe Hill, Clarendon. The foundation sponsored four students to the tune of  $50,000 each.

The non-profit’s chairman—Aubyn Henry—as well as the CEO Toni-Ann Gayle were in attendance to present the cheques.

“The students have shared heartfelt thanks and feel encouraged by the support. Their positive response fuels our passion to continue helping them succeed,” Gayle told the Jamaica Observer.

The recipients included: Lee Anna Miller (Caribbean School of Medical Sciences, Jamaica); Shantalee Wilson (St Jago High School); Amelia Baxter (Mineral Heights Primary), and Gabrielle Hancel (former Glenmuir High School student and second-year University of Technology, Jamaica Bachelor of Pharmacy student).

Founded in 2022, the Aubyn Foundation’s mandate is to empower Latin America (LATAM) for a sustainable future by enhancing education, fostering community development, and protecting the environment.

The decision to donate was made on the basis of providing quality resources and support that help unlock the students’ full potential.

Meanwhile, Gayle explained that the Aubyn Foundation has been instrumental in sustainable development and community building over the last few years.

“In addition to supporting students, the Aubyn Foundation has contributed to various community and environmental projects. We have partnered with Miss Universe Jamaica to support charitable causes aligned with our mission. We’ve donated resources to several schools to enhance educational opportunities and facilities. Our environmental efforts include planting over 500 trees and organising coastal beach clean-ups to protect marine ecosystems and promote sustainable communities,” she said.

The chairman added: “Following the impact of Hurricane Beryl, we collaborated with Beryl Relief to feed over 600 people in St Elizabeth, partnering with local businesses like Popeyes and Burger King to provide much-needed support to affected communities.”

While the foundation is based in Jamaica, executive team members are also located in the United States and the UK.

The foundation says it will be expanding its impact in the foreseeable future.