The Sandy Lane Charitable Trust (SLCT) has been around for over 15 years and their primary mission is – “Helping the under privileged children of Barbados” by whatever means necessary.
The past two years have been rather challenging for many of us and for the SLCT it was no different. Despite the obstacles, SLCT has remained resilient and committed to the children of Barbados. Without a doubt, this charitable organisation continues to lead with excellence through the most critical times.
As a children’s Trust, their primary and overwhelming concern is for the wellbeing of the children. Giving hope is the most important part of their work and they do so with hearts filled with much love and empathy. The work of the Trust is vast, whether that is through their healthcare, education, or community programmes, they are renowned for championing these meaningful causes to protect and assist those who are too young to help themselves. To learn more about Trust and their work you can visit their website at www.sandylanecharitabletrust.org.
Although, their highly anticipated fundraising Dinner Gala
was canceled for the second year, the Board of Trustees altered their 2022 event and hosted a very successful Golf Tournament followed by a prize-giving reception and lunch. A glaring contrast to their usual fanfare gala dinner, although it was great day for all on the greens, with donations forthcoming.
Trustee and Grand Patron Mr Derrick Smith reinforced the Trust’s commitment to their mission and brought to light the ardent need for the Trust to sustain their work, especially during such uncertain times. Mr Smith expressed his gratitude to the Trust’s generous donors for their ongoing support. Despite the pandemic and its reeling impacts, some of their generous donors remained committed pledging their support in recognition of the importance of Trusts’ work. Their act of kindness and generosity has certainly enabled the Trust to sustain their programmes over the past year and provide support to those who needed it most.
As we usher in 2023, we anticipate the return of the Sandy Lane Charitable Trust, Golf Tournament and Dinner Gala, often referred to as the “event of the season”. Let us hope that donors dig deep in their pockets and help the Trust to raise the much-needed funds to support these worthwhile causes.
