TCI News
Grace Bay Resorts Foundation raises record $200,000 in 2019 for advancement of Turks & Caicos
#Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – March 18, 2020 — The Grace Bay Resorts Foundation announced the achievement of nearly $200,000 in donations for 2019 to the Turks and Caicos community. With a focus on education, the foundation was created with a commitment to contributing to the future of the islands’ community.
The foundation is strengthened by its dedicated staff, guests, and partners who together provide support to local schools and facilitate donations towards materials, scholarships and high-school internships that help students gain experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. “Grace Bay Resorts Foundation began the year with a budget of $75,000 and thanks to the kind donations from our guests and owners, and the generosity of corporate citizens through various fundraising efforts, we were able to more than double our original planned donation; thus giving us the ability to contribute nearly $200,000 to community projects,” said Johnna Messam, Director of the Foundation.
Through the assistance of all of our Resorts, the foundation participated in several fundraising efforts throughout the year, including ‘Pitch Please,’ an innovative competition providing entrepreneurs with start-up capital.
Additionally, the resort partnered with a local museum on renovations that will preserve and promote art, culture and community. “Our goal as a foundation has been to consistently demonstrate how tourism and the hospitality industry can benefit the larger community,” said Mark Durliat, CEO and co-Founder of Grace Bay Resorts.
“We are proud of this past year and look forward to all of the ongoing support with much more in store for 2020.” Grace Bay Resorts is passionate about creating sustainable programs to better the community and will continue fundraising efforts to secure new educational opportunities for our future leaders.
GRACE BAY FOUNDATION PRESS RELEASE
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
Around 10:59 am, the Police Control Room received a call of gunshots at a location along the Millennium Highway, Providenciales.
Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force were dispatched and, based on preliminary investigations, were told that the occupant (s) of a red Suzuki Swift was at a business place when another car pulled alongside it, and the occupants started shooting.
The driver of the Swift drove off while the other unidentified vehicle sped off in a separate direction. 
Officers found the Swift abandoned near Miracle Close, Blue Hills, shortly after.
Based on investigations, no injuries were reported.
This remains an active investigation.
The RT&CIPF is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage of the shooting that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.
Additionally, persons are being asked to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
There are twelve new officers within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
The officers—Ronn James, Ernie Henry, Aron Charlery, Andrew Ottley, Emmanuel Dabreo, Damion Clarke, Jeffrey Kaye, Roan Waugh, Shan Livermore, Kemar Chambers, Michael Campbell, and Ajay Budhai—took an oath to protect and serve the citizens of the
Turks and Caicos Islands yesterday (July 22nd) afternoon at Police Headquarters, Providenciales.
Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, who administered the officers’ oath, said, “Thank you for choosing the TCI. It will not be a bed of roses. Policing requires hard work, and you ensure our communities are safe. Your arrival was anticipated and highly overdue.
“You are now officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, and you are committed to the safety of the people of these archipelagoes. We must lead by example and not let our guard down. Stand firm on the foundation of our motto- Service With Pride and Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing in the absence of anyone watching.”
The President of the Christian Council, Pastor Wilbert Jennings, delivered the opening prayer and told officers to always call on God in
their time of need.
Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Assistant Commissioner Kendall Grant, acting Assistant Commissioner Mat Newton, Chairman of the Police Welfare Association Sgt. Jepson Victor and Human Resources Manager Rex Swann also attended the ceremony.
-
Caribbean News7 days agoCayman Relief Mission to Hurricane hit CARICOM nations
-
Caribbean News7 days agoCARICOM raising profile and priority of its Migration Policy; curbing challenges ‘a tall order’
-
Caribbean News1 week agoHurricane Help; Money donated to Jamaica, Barbados, St Vincent & the Grenadines, St Lucia and Grenada
-
Caribbean News1 week agoJamaica’s Hurricane Recovery Efforts Bolstered by Donation from Cayman Islands
-
Bahamas News7 days agoPrime Minister Davis: Cannabis Reform Compendium 2024 ‘a long time coming’
-
News7 days agoWhat the new UK Prime Minister had to say about the Rwanda Deportation Plan at his first press conference
-
Bahamas News1 week agoBahamas Celebrates 51st Independence – ‘United In Love & Service’
-
News7 days agoTurks & Caicos’ E.J Saunders part of Election Observer team in UK on July 4