11/14/2025
WHEN YOU CRY, WE CRY — BUT WE RESPOND.
Hurricane Melissa has left a devastating impact across the Caribbean — especially in Jamaica 🇯🇲 — and the rebuilding process is far from over. The United Caribbean Relief Initiative (UCRI), a collaboration of Caribbean organizations and businesses throughout the 757, is continuing our united effort to support families in crisis.
Because the need is still great, we’ve officially extended the Hurricane Melissa Relief Drive through *December 7th*.
Thanks to you the community, we’ve already raised $5,000 and we’re 33% there of our $15,000 goal. Let’s keep the momentum going.
DONATION BARRELS NOW ON THE SOUTHSIDE AND THE PENINSULA!
Virginia Beach & Newport News drop off items wherever is most convenient. Locations include:
• Sunset Caribbean Grill – VA Beach
• Phoenix Lounge – VA Beach
• Quality Fades Barbershop – VA Beach
• Safe Haven – Newport News
• Brittingham Community Center – Newport News
• Courthouse Way Community Center – Newport News
• Denbigh Community Center – Newport News
(Full details on flyer.)
WHAT WE’RE COLLECTING:
• Non-perishable food
• Toiletries & hygiene essentials
• First aid supplies
• Batteries, flashlights & power banks
• Baby items (diapers, wipes, formula)
• No water bottles — water-purification tablets preferred
FINAL COLLECTION & PACKING EVENT
📅 December 7th
⏰ 2PM – 6PM
📍 Phoenix Lounge — 928 Diamond Springs Rd., Virginia Beach, VA
WANT TO SUPPORT BUT CAN’T DROP ITEMS OFF?
💚 CashApp: $caribbeanpeopleorg
Every dollar goes directly to families affected. Every donation — big or small — makes a real impact.
Let’s continue to stand together and move with purpose. 🇯🇲🌍💛💚🖤
