Posted on

K1 Britannia Foundation Adds Apprenticeship Programs

K1 Britannia Foundation announced two new apprenticeship programs to help secure jobs for Island youths.

Following Irma, it has been a challenge to secure jobs for our youths. There are relatively few jobs currently available on the island. The biggest job markets for youth are in construction and repairing of boats. To help address these needs, we have set up two apprenticeship programs.

For more information about K1 Britannia Foundation Apprenticeship Programs or to donate  click here.

Posted on

$26,000 Grant to Sailors For Hope & Adopt A Roof BVI from BVI Immediate Relief Fund

Sailors For Hope today announced a $26,000 grant earmarked for Adopt a Roof BVI from the BVI Immediate Relief Fund. This increases total funds raised to $31,000. The funds will be used to support continued relief and aid projects for the victims of hurricanes Irma and Maria in the BVI. 

Continue reading “$26,000 Grant to Sailors For Hope & Adopt A Roof BVI from BVI Immediate Relief Fund”

Posted on

The Rebuild Continues for Youth Sailing in the BVI

It has been a fantastic few weeks for the BVI and particularly the sailing community so here’s a round up of our recent activities…

On Saturday 24 March we organized a Sport Relief Sailing Mile at Nanny Cay raising $386 for the youth sailing programme.  Much fun was had by the near 40 participants ranging from BVI Youth Team sailors, parents and several who took to the water for the very first time, including HE the Governor, Gus Jaspert who took an Opti out for a spin!

Continue reading “The Rebuild Continues for Youth Sailing in the BVI”