The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) on Tuesday distributed J$150,240,604.95 (US$951,922.56) in grants to 52 organizations across the island, supporting…

Jamaica’s renowned recording dancehall/Reggae artiste Busy Signal partnered with the philanthropic organisations, American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ), Sanmerna Foundation, Turf…

“At H&L we believe collaboration is the engine for success in recovery. We’re proud to partner with American Friends of…

TECH Beach Retreat (TBR) and Infiniti Partnership have supported the routing of a significant in-kind nutrition donation through the American…

A portion of proceeds from LIT 2026 will benefit Hurricane Melissa relief through the Lost In Time Foundation and American…

In keeping with Jamaica’s ongoing recovery efforts, the Bob and Rita Marley Foundations have also partnered with American Friends of…

According to Stewart Lechler, working through the Richard and Diana Stewart Foundation, Kind Hearts Foundation, and partners such as Food…

There are a number of such charities that are reliable and have experience in dealing with disasters overseas. These include…

The Sanmerna Foundation, working in partnership with the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ), carried out a large-scale humanitarian mission in…

American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has raised US$2.5 million and an additional $2 million in further matching funds which includes…

Farm store vouchers will also be issued to small, medium and large farmers through the Farmers Assistance Programme, in partnership…

UNICEF Jamaica has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with key partners, Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), Food for the Poor,…

The American Friends of Jamaica has launched a $1 million matching fund to support relief efforts. AFJ is working with…

International charities - including World Central Kitchen, Food For The Poor, CORE, Project HOPE, the American Friends of Jamaica, and…

Diplo also announced donations to the American Friends of Jamaica and CORE, two trusted organizations working on the ground to…

Locally, our 501 (c) 3 partner, the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ), would be critical in helping to raise these…

“The American friends of Jamaica began fundraising for Hurricane Melissa immediately when the hurricane was threatening to hit Jamaica [...]"

Executive Director of the AFJ, Caron Chung, who was present at Monday’s meeting to receive the cheque of $2.75 million,…

For every Build-Your-Bowl sold, the company pledges to donate $1 towards The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ), a nonprofit supporting…

Funds will be distributed through the NCB Foundation in collaboration with key partners including the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ),…

Those moved by Jamaica’s courage and ready to lend a hand can contribute to trusted recovery partners, including supportjamaica.gov.jm, Food…

Golden Krust restaurant group says it is leading an effort in the United States to raise over US$250,000, supporting on-the-ground…

“For most disaster relief agencies, the best thing that people can do is donate what they are able to, whether…

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Sarah Hsia, the director of The American Friends of Jamaica, lives in Kingston and said that while she and her…

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Wendy Hart, President of the AFJ, stated "their houses are falling apart around them, their jobs are in jeopardy, their…

A US$13,463 grant from American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) will enable the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona, to…

On Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the American Friends of Jamaica Gala, Miami’s mayor Daniella Levine Cava, declared the day…

As it has been doing for many years, American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) this year honoured a Jamaican entity for…

Jade Honey Thomas said she is forever grateful to AFJ and the Klotz Family for helping her to defeat this…

On Tuesday, April 8 American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) presented grants amounting to near $120 million (US$740,000) to 54 individuals…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has awarded a US$2,500 grant to Campbell’s Castle Primary and Infant School in Manchester,…

This initiative, being undertaken in collaboration with the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Inc. and 21st Century Education, is an…

This project has been made possible through the vital partnerships with the JAHJAH Foundation, American Friends of Jamaica, Jacobi Hospital,…

On Friday, October 25, the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) presented the International Achievement Award to the legendary Grace Jones…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has entered into a new partnership with the United States Agency for International Development…

“One hand cyaa clap.” This was the sentiment expressed by Caron Chung, executive director of American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ),…

New York, NY, July 23rd, 2024 – The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has announced the 2024 Hummingbird Gala, which…

Director of Field Operations at the WCJF, Mrs. Martin-Berry said support has come from the Bureau of Gender Affairs and…

New York, NY, (November 10, 2023) – The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) hosted the 2023 Hummingbird Gala on Friday,…

New York, NY, (September 20, 2023) – On Friday, October 27th, the American Friends of Jamaica, Inc. (AFJ) will host…

New York, NY, (September 20, 2023) – On Friday, October 27th, the American Friends of Jamaica, Inc. (AFJ) will host…

In their most recent and noteworthy movement, the AFJ received a high volume in-kind donation of hospital equipment and supplies…

“It was our pleasure to partner with Carnival Cruise Line and American Friends of Jamaica to give back to the…

“Your support has empowered us to pursue our dreams. We are taking full advantage of this opportunity and encourage persons…

New York, NY, May 1, 2023 – The American Friends of Jamaica, Inc. (AFJ) strives to positively impact lives through…

The ballroom of the InterContinental Miami on Biscayne Bay, Florida, was suitably filled to capacity Saturday night as the Wendy…

New York, NY, March 27, 2023 – The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) hosted the 2023 Jamaica Charity Gala on…

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Douglas Orane were recognised by the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) with International Humanitarian awards on the…

New York, NY March 7, 2023 – The AFJ is thrilled to be collaborating with the Public Theater for the…

New York, NY, March 7, 2023 – The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has announced that the 2023 Jamaica Charity…

"AFJ has stepped up big time by funding devices for phase one of the Jamaica handheld ultrasound project. JAHJAH Foundation…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) is spearheading a Maternal Health/Handheld Ultrasound project with the Ministry of Health and Wellness.…

The AFJ celebrates 40 years of working to support selfsufficiency in communities through funding programs in education, healthcare and economic…

Rita Marley sat in the audience in a ballroom at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan, New York, last Friday night,…

AFJ announced the 2022 Hummingbird Gala to be held in New York City, NY on Friday, September 23 rd at…

The AFJ celebrates 40 years of working to support self- sufficiency in communities through funding programs in education, healthcare and…

AFJ announced the 2022 Jamaica Charity Gala to be held in Miami, FL on Friday, April 29 th at the…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) is announcing the arrival of critical COVID-19 protective supplies to Jamaica. Saint Francis Hospital…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) is pleased to announce the 2021-2022 Grant Application Cycle. We invite applications from programs…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) is announcing a successful completion of a three-day vaccination site at Caymanas Park in…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) is announcing the arrival of critical COVID-19 protective supplies to Jamaica. Saint Francis Hospital…

After a successful first dose of vaccinations, the AFJ returned to Hanover to distribute second doses of AstraZeneca on July…

President of the AFJ Wendy Hart said, “In a year of immense challenges across the globe, we are extremely grateful…

The charity group is prepared and ready to continue to support the Government with the vaccination initiative as soon as…

In its bid to inoculate 8,000 Hanoverians by Wednesday, April 20, the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has pumped $30…

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Fayval Williams, says the partnership between the public and private sectors has greatly enhanced…

The Kingston Public (KPH) and Victoria Jubilee hospitals officially received additional medical equipment and supplies from the American Friends of…

The Council of Voluntary Social Services (CVSS) is implementing a series of activities centred on giving back to those who…

In response to the ongoing need to provide Jamaican children with electronic devices such as tablets and laptops for distance…

CATAPULT, a Caribbean arts grant, will target participants living and working across the Dutch-, English-, French-, and Spanish-speaking regions.

The US based charity, American Friends of Jamaica, Inc. (AFJ) has made donations and grants amounting to over U$1 million…

The fund, dubbed the PSOJ COVID-19 Jamaica Response Fund, will facilitate donations and contributions of cash towards meeting the needs…

AFJ President Wendy Hart said that COVID-19 was “one of the greatest challenges of our time,” adding that it was…

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) announced its inaugural sponsorship of a sight-saving mission medical mission to Jamaica the week…

The American Friends of Jamaica, today (December 18), officially handed over $2 million worth of equipment and accessories to the…

According to the President of AFJ Wendy Hart, “we are proud of the grants that the AFJ has made this…

“AFJ is pleased to honour two deserving icons who are affecting and inspiring change.” AFJ Executive Director Caron Chung

"I would challenge other people in the diaspora to ...do something in their community." Beverly Nichols

What comes to mind when you think about? The AFJ yes we do help the needs of people but what…

Our final decisions reflect programmes with the track record of impact, the ability to execute and an alignment with our…

Wendy Hart, president of AFJ, reassured the audience that the organisation would continue to do its part to uplift Jamaicans.

It’s a unique group composed of every single living ambassador that served in that position, and all work very hard…

The energy was electric on Monday night (October 23rd) in New York City as the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ)…

It was a full house at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) annual Hummingbird Gala last Monday at the Mandarin…

Grants this year “will invest in literacy programmes, medical and dental equipment (and) training programmes – to invest in communities,…

"This year, we tried to look for somebody who could work in violence prevention with us in Montego Bay because…

“We got an amazing turnout,” said Barron Channer, the organization’s treasurer. “Jamaican people are truly philanthropic people. When you create…

DE attendees gathered for a dinner at the private residence of hotelier Chris Issa.. which rivaled an awards reception in…

The 2017 Destination Experience “Visionaries Summit” was recently held in Kingston, Jamaica for three days of events.

Overstock.com CEO, Dr. Patrick Byrne, Dr. Sabrina Kaye and renowned Reggae Artist, Busy Signal speak at Affinity Charity Dinner to…

Ambassador Aloun Ndombet-Assamba will be speaking on Education & Healthcare: The Equitable Imperative for Jamaica, examining policies and actions that…

The AFJ recently toured the manufacturing operations of LASCO Manufacturing Ltd. in White Marl, St. Catherine. The Executive Chairman of…

The Board of Directors of the AFJ will travel to Jamaica for the annual official grant ceremony and a series…

For the 2015/16 academic year, Do Good Jamaica included a Crayons Count Math Workbook in the Crayons Count Learning Kits…

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This year’s fundraising event pays tribute to the Honorable Dennis Lalor, Founder and CEO of ICWI Group Limited and Mr.…

AFJ President , Wendy Hart announced the new endowment fund with a total commitment of US$500,000 from five Trustees of…

Philanthropy was the order of the day at the United States (US) embassy in Liguanea, St Andrew, as the American…

The board of directors of the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) are once again in Jamaica to disburse scholarships and…

The Board of Directors of the AFJ will travel to Jamaica to preside over the annual official Grant Ceremony.

The American Friends of Jamaica, Inc. (AFJ)/Cobb Family Foundation (CFF) Lecture Series will examine steps to prevent the extinction of…

Mr. Richard Owen Byles, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited and Monsignor Gregory Ramkissoon of Mustard…