Digicel Foundation’s Labour Day Project brightens hospitals, underlines commitment to downtown Kingston

Kingston, Jamaica – May 23, 2025 – 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. The project formed part of the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to national development through community upliftment.

Over seventy (70) volunteers from Digicel, EdgeChem Jamaica Limited, Dutch Construction Limited, and Transcendence Holdings Limited combined to give KPH and VJH a welcome facelift. The volunteers repainted key areas and undertook renovation work to enhance the hospital experience for patients and staff.

Digicel Foundation CEO Charmaine Daniels pointed out: “When we saw the request from Kingston Public Hospital and Victoria Jubilee Hospital, we knew we had to step in. As a company rooted in downtown Kingston, we've invested heavily in the community through initiatives like the Coronation Market, Kingston Art Walk, and the Ocean Cleanup projects. Supporting our healthcare heroes was a natural next step.”

The work included the painting of the car park and entrance to the Accident and Emergency Department at KPH, as well as the curbside and parking lot at VJH. The complete renovation of a doctor’s office and bathroom at VJH also included the purchase and installation of new furniture.

It was not all about painting, noted Karen Mussington, Commercial Manager at EdgeChem Jamaica: “This Labour Day, we set out to do more than donate paint, we aimed to make a lasting impact. By partnering with organizations like the Digicel Foundation, we’re contributing to projects that uplift communities and inspire change. These initiatives resonate deeply with us because they’re not just about giving back, they’re about building the future of our nation, together.”

Digicel Foundation’s Charmaine Daniels expressed her satisfaction at the end of the day: "We were initially approached to support with painting, but when we saw the condition of a doctor's room, we knew we had to do more. Our healthcare workers deserve to rest comfortably in a space that reflects their dedication and hard work. We're proud to have renovated the room, bathroom, and furnished it with new furniture. We're thankful for our partners like EdgeChem and Dutch Construction who shared our vision."

CEO of Kingston Public Hospital, Mr. Barrington Graham, was delighted with the results of the project, noting that both hospitals “benefited immensely from the generosity of the Digicel Foundation.” He declared: “The Digicel team turned out in their numbers and performed a wonderful job…We thank the Digicel Foundation and their team for this generous display of support on Labour Day, 202​5.”