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Two Inclusive Classrooms to be Established in Rural Jamaica
A sponsorship agreement has been forged between the Digicel Foundation and the Early Childhood Commission (ECC), for the establishment of two inclusive classrooms in rural Jamaica.
Digicel Foundation Volunteers Join Hands to Spruce Up Santa Cruz Special Needs Centre
Swapping out of their usual office attire, dozens of Digicel employees, equipped with shovels, paintbrushes and work boots, spent hours on Saturday morning (March 25) cleaning up, beautifying, and sprucing up the Santa Cruz Special Education Centre in St. Elizabeth.
Harbour View Primary’s Smart Room Aims to Expose Students to STEM Careers, Bridge the Digital Divide
Students and staff at the Harbour View Primary School in East Rural St. Andrew have received a state-of-the-art Smart Room aimed at promoting equal access to digital skills.
Digicel Foundation Celebrates Digicel’s 22nd Anniversary with Braille Machine Donation to School for the Blind
In celebration of Digicel Jamaica’s 22nd anniversary, its philanthropic arm, the Digicel Foundation, donated Braille Machines to the Salvation Army School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Digicel Foundation Commits $600,000 to Literacy, Donates Books and STEM Kits on Read Across Jamaica Day
Digicel Foundation is reaffirming its dedication to promoting literacy through a generous donation of $600,000.
EDITORIAL: A Word to the Nation: Get Involved in Your Children's Lives
As the CEO of the Digicel Foundation, I firmly believe that children are the future of our nation.
Digicel Foundation's Labor Day Initiatives Promote Clean Environment
On Labour Day, the Digicel Foundation's volunteers and its community development partners were out in force to help with a number of projects as part of their ongoing commitment to rehabilitating Downtown Kingston.
Digicel Foundation's $43.9 Million Investment Paves the Way for a Cutting-Edge Special Education Center in St. Elizabeth and Manchester
Responding to the surging need for educational support for children with disabilities, a special education centre has been inaugurated in St. Elizabeth.
Digicel Foundation Offers a Total of $35M in Grant Funding for Environmental Projects
Digicel Foundation is announcing that the application window for its ‘Good Energy Clean Environment’ grants is now open.
Children Gain Robotics Skills at Digicel Foundation’s Summer Camp
Over 30 children at the primary level learned about robots and coding, as well as teamwork and creative problem-solving, at a recently held robotics summer camp.
Digicel Foundation Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Education with the Opening of Inclusive Classroom in St. Thomas
Jean Lowrie-Chin, Chairperson of the Digicel Foundation says the opening of a new inclusive classroom at the Jamaica China Goodwill Infant School in St. Thomas demonstrates the Foundation’s commitment to inclusivity.
Digicel Foundation Strengthens STEM Education at Spanish Town High with Donation of STEM Kits
Digicel Foundation is helping to improve students’ performances in the STEM areas with the donation of equipment and educational material to boost the Spanish Town High School’s science lab and STEM programme.
Terri-Karelle Reid and Digicel Foundation Join Forces to Spread Braille Awareness
Dubbed “Follow the Trail and Invest in Braille”, the focus of the partnership is to address the severe shortage of Braille machines at the Salvation Army School for the Blind, Jamaica’s only school for the Blind and visually impaired.
Digicel Foundation Signs Three Memoranda of Understandings to Empower Education Institutions
Digicel Foundation signed three groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) to transform the educational landscape in Jamaica by supporting three prominent institutions in their quests for excellence and inclusivity.
Clarendon Primary Schools Get Smart Lab Thanks to Digicel Foundation
wo Clarendon-based primary schools are the latest schools to benefit from a Smart Lab courtesy of the Digicel Foundation under their STEAM initiative.
Digicel Foundation Grants a Total of JM$30M in Environmentally Sustainable Projects
Digicel Foundation has awarded a total of over JM$30 million in grants to 13 community groups, as part of its ‘Good Energy Clean Environment’ Grant Campaign.
Digicel Foundation and Jamaica Biscuit Company Collaborate to Gift Toys and Treats to Over 650 Children with Special Needs this Christmas
In a season dedicated to giving and spreading joy, the Digicel Foundation and the Jamaica Biscuit Company are collaborating to create memorable experiences for over 650 children in 10 special needs schools across the island.The Gift of Braille
On Friday, February 9, 2024, a significant milestone was reached at the Salvation Army School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Children, Jamaica’s sole institution for the Blind and visually impaired children.
Digicel Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of Helping to Create a World Where No One Gets Left Behind
As Digicel Foundation commemorates its 20th anniversary, it reflects on two decades of commitment to fostering positive change across Jamaica.
Digicel's Women Leaders Encourage Girls to Excel in ICT and STEM Fields
Digicel Foundation has taken proactive steps to inspire and empower young girls across Jamaica by partnering with STEAMHouse to spearhead the Crea+Her Girls in ICT School Tour.
Immaculate Conception High Wins Crea+Her Girls in ICT Hackathon
Anticipation was high for the fourth staging of the Crea+Her Girls in ICT Day Hackathon held last Friday, April 26, 2024, organised by STEAMHouse.
Digicel Foundation Promotes STEM Education on Read Across Jamaica Day
Digicel Foundation reaffirms its commitment to advancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education by participating in Read Across Jamaica Day.
Annotto Bay High School Business Teacher Recognised by NCB and Digicel Foundations on Teacher’s Day
The Annotto Bay High School in St. Mary was abuzz with excitement recently, as Ronicia Robinson, a Business Teacher, was awarded first place in the 'May We Celebrate Teachers' Social Media campaign.
Digicel Foundation Renews Commitment to Special Needs Education on Labour Day
On Labour Day, May 23, 2024, Digicel Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to Special Needs education by returning to Genesis Academy.
Digicel Foundation Launches Climate Change Park at Convent of Mercy Academy
Digicel Foundation, in partnership with the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) at Convent of Mercy (Alpha) Academy launched a climate change park to promote environmental sustainability at the school.
Digicel Foundation Appoints Joy Clark as its New Chair
Digicel Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Joy Clark as its new Chair, following a unanimous vote at the Foundation’s board meeting held on Monday, May 28th, 2024.
Ministry of Education and Youth Applauds Digicel Foundation for Bridging Digital Divide in Rural Schools with Smart Room Initiative
he Ministry of Education and Youth has expressed gratitude to the Digicel Foundation for its unwavering commitment to rural education.
Digicel Foundation Partners with the UWI for a Lecture on Economics and Social Progress
The Digicel Foundation, in collaboration with The University of the West Indies (UWI)’s Centre for Entrepreneurship Thinking and Practice (CETP), held a thought-provoking and informative public lecture on "Economic Sustainability for Social Development" on July 1, 2024 at UWI’s Undercroft.
Digicel Foundation Partners with JPS Foundation and Flow Foundation to Provide Hurricane Relief
In the wake of the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl, Digicel Foundation, JPS Foundation, and Flow Foundation have joined forces to bring much-needed relief to the affected communities.
Digicel Foundation and INAMI Management Services Partner for Major Hurricane Beryl Relief Efforts
With a generous donation of $500,000, INAMI Management Services has enabled the Foundation to procure essential items for their hurricane relief efforts.
Digicel Foundation Celebrates 20 Years with 20 for 20 for 20 Community Grants
Community groups across Jamaica are invited to apply for the Digicel Foundation’s 20 for 20 for 20 Grants.
Digicel Foundation Returns to St. Elizabeth with Back-to-School Fair
n a display of corporate social responsibility, the Digicel Foundation, JPS Foundation, and Flow Foundation joined forces to support residents of St. Elizabeth, still recovering from the devastating effects of Hurricane Beryl.
Digicel Foundation’s Hurricane Beryl Relief Efforts Bolstered by Ding’s J$3 million Donation
Ding, a mobile recharging company for Digicel and Flow customers, has recently contributed $3 million JMD towards Digicel Foundation’s Hurricane Beryl relief efforts.
Digicel Foundation Establishes Inclusive Classroom at Arthur Wint School
The Early Childhood Commission (ECC) has handed over a newly retrofitted inclusive classroom to the Salvation Army Arthur Wint Basic School in Lucea, Hanover.
Digicel Foundation Launches Annual Report for 2023-2024 Financial Year, Themed Brighter Futures
The Digicel Foundation unveiled its Annual Report for the fiscal year 2023-2024 at its downtown Kingston headquarters last Friday (September 20).
Digicel Foundation Hands Over Smart Lab to Boundbrook Primary
Boundbrook Primary School in Portland received a boost to its teaching and learning experience, following the handover of a state-of-the-art Smart Lab.
Schools Urged to Maximise Use of Smart Labs
Permanent secretary at the Ministry of Education Dr Kasan Troupe is urging teachers to maximise the use of technology in schools and give students more opportunities to engage with the devices.
Digicel Foundation Hosts Share the Love Christmas Treat for Children with Special Needs
The Digicel Foundation spread holiday cheer this season with its Share the Love Christmas Treat held at Funland, Hope Gardens, on Friday, December 13th.
Pembroke Hall Primary’s Football Field Transformed Thanks to the Kingstad Serendipity Fund and Digicel Foundation
Pembroke Hall Primary has unveiled its upgraded football field, a USD $100,000 project that has transformed the school’s outdoor space into a safe and functional environment for students.
Digicel Foundation Brings Joy to Children at Early Stimulation Plus for Play Day
Digicel Foundation made Play Day extra special for the children at the Early Stimulation Plus Development Centre in Rockfort, Kingston, by spending a morning engaging in games and fun activities.
Digicel Foundation rolls out its Safer Internet Together Programme, targeting Jamaicans of all ages
What are the dangers lurking in the digital landscape - and how can we protect ourselves? Addressing these concerns, the Digicel Foundation officially launched its Safer Internet Together (SIT) Programme on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Digicel Foundation Opens St. Elizabeth’s First Smart Lab at Santa Cruz Primary School
The Digicel Foundation has officially opened a state-of-the-art Smart Lab at Santa Cruz Primary School in St. Elizabeth.
Digicel Foundation and Phoenix Tower International Open $11.8m Smart Lab at Falmouth All-Age
Digicel Foundation, in partnership with Phoenix Tower International (PTI) officially opened a Smart Lab at the Falmouth All-Age School in Trelawny on Thursday, March 13.
St. Jude’s Primary Gets Smart Lab
Students and teachers at St. Jude’s Primary School in St. Andrew are now benefiting from a smart laboratory that leverages technology to enhance teaching and learning.
Black River Primary Gets State-of-the-Art Smart Room
Black River Primary and Infant School in St. Elizabeth is the latest recipient of a state-of-the-art Digicel Smart Room.
Over 5,000 Students Reached Through Digicel Foundation’s Safer Internet Together (SIT) Programme
The Digicel Foundation’s Safer Internet Together (SIT) Programme has already impacted over 5,000 students across Jamaica, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Digicel Foundation’s Labour Day Project Brightens Hospitals, Underlines Commitment to Downtown Kingston
Powered by an army of volunteers, Digicel Foundation Jamaica led a major Labour Day initiative at Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) and Victoria Jubilee Hospital (VJH) on Friday, May 23, 2025, in partnership with EdgeChem Jamaica Limited, Transcendence Holdings Limited and Dutch Construction Limited.
Digicel Foundation Champions Inclusion and STEM Education on Read Across Jamaica Day
In celebration of Read Across Jamaica Day, the Digicel Foundation joined the national movement to inspire a love for reading and learning in young Jamaicans.
Digicel Foundation Targets Digital Literacy and Silver Economy in New Salute 21 Grants Campaign
The Digicel Foundation officially launched its 2025 Salute 21 Grants campaign on Saturday, August 2, at the vibrant Gordon Town Citizen Association Pineapple Festival.
Digicel Foundation Boosts Digital Literacy for Special Needs with New Smart Lab at NAZ Children’s Centre
The Digicel Foundation has taken another major step in its mission to create a digitally inclusive Jamaica, announcing that construction is underway on state-of-the-art Smart Lab at the NAZ Children’s Centre in Montego Bay.
Digicel Foundation Puts STEM Education and Special Needs in Focus Through Summer Camps
As part of its continued commitment to inclusive education and youth development, the Digicel Foundation this summer partnered with three programmes aimed at advancing STEM education and support for students with special needs.
Digicel Foundation Supports Special Needs Students with Back-to-School Supplies
As the new school year approaches, Digicel Foundation is helping to ensure that students with special needs head back to the classroom equipped