EXCELERATE Energy, in partnership with Food For The Poor Jamaica, recently donated toys and books to paediatric wards at four hospitals across the island, bringing added support and encouragement to children receiving medical care.

The initiative from the LNG provider benefited young patients at Spanish Town Hospital, Lionel Town Hospital, May Pen Hospital and Cornwall Regional Hospital. In addition to the donation, the children at Spanish Town Hospital participated in a special storytelling session hosted by Jamaican author Marsha Wade, who shared excerpts from her book Patois Tales — The Adventures of Tashi-Mo, with children and healthcare staff.

The activity forms part of Excelerate’s broader commitment to community engagement and social investment initiatives that support education, healthcare and family well-being.

“We believe meaningful community engagement should create a lasting and valuable impact on communities,” said Verona Carter, vice-president and general manager for the Caribbean, Excelerate Energy. “Through this strategic partnership, we are proud to improve the livelihood of children and by extension their families during a challenging time by funding initiatives like these that encourage learning within the communities we serve.”

Jamaican author Marsha Wade is animated as she shares excerpts from her book, Patois Tales — The Adventures of Tashi-Mo, with children and staff at Spanish Town Hospital.

Food For The Poor Jamaica also highlighted the importance of sustained partnerships that support vulnerable communities and strengthen healthcare outreach efforts.

“Our ongoing relationship with Excelerate Energy continues to create opportunities that positively impact children and families across Jamaica,” said Marsha Rose-Burrell, marketing manager. “Initiatives like this demonstrate how collaboration between our private sector and philanthropic organisations can help bring comfort and support to those who need it most.”

Hospital representatives expressed appreciation for the contributions, noting that the donations and activities added a welcomed element of warmth and encouragement for young patients and healthcare teams throughout the day.

“These donations brought smiles to the children within our care – it’s great when another set of professionals can engage with them and bring warmth during their time receiving treatment from us,” said Nova Dean Samuels, acting operations manager at Spanish Town Hospital.