The AFUWI Gala Supports Scholarships for Underprivileged Caribbean Students Studying at UWI

The countdown is on to the 27th annual American Foundation for The University of the West Indies (AFUWI) fundraising gala, set for Thursday, April 18th, from 6:30 p.m. at the classy 583 Park Avenue venue in New York City. This year’s gala, presented under the theme, “The Legacy Continues,” will build upon the history of providing hundreds of scholarships over the past decade. These scholarships have opened doors for Caribbean students from underprivileged backgrounds, allowing them to achieve their dreams of pursuing higher education.

About the AFUWI Gala

The AFUWI annual gala awards has been a significant funding source for the scholarship program, giving us the finances urgently needed to assist with tuition expenses for many young, talented, and ambitious Caribbean nationals who would not be able to fulfill their aspirations of a college education because of their dire financial circumstances. We are so thankful to all our donors who, by contributing to this endeavor, help to create their own impactful legacy.

This Year’s Distinguished Honorees

This year’s honorees are:

From top left: His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, the ninth President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces as well as the current chairman of the Caribbean Community, (CARICOM.); Mr. Don Christian, a Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP; Attorney Darren Skinner, Co-General Counsel of the law firm of the Washington, D.C. office of Arnold & Porter; Bottom L-R: Mr. Anthony Mark Desnoes Hart, Executive Chairman of the Caribbean Producers Jamaica Ltd.; Ms. Michele Chow-Tai, the Managing Director of Business Development at Fairview Capital Partners; and Rev. Patrick Perrin, recently retired as a United Methodist Elder after serving St. John’s United Methodist Church of Elmont, in Valley Stream, New York. (AFUWI image)

About AFUWI

The American Foundation for The University of The West Indies, (AFUWI), a US-based non-profit, seeks to transform the lives of exceptionally talented young women and men who are in dire financial circumstances by providing access to higher education so they can break the cycle of generational poverty and make an economic impact in their local communities and throughout the Caribbean region. During the past 10+ years alone, AFUWI has provided approximately 600 tuition scholarships to students across the Caribbean region, donated $7.5M in goods, and brokered multiple relationships with other tier-one institutions. All contributions – cash or in-kind – are tax-deductible to the full extent of state and federal laws. Donate to support education today at afuwi.org

Conclusion

This year’s AFUWI gala is an opportunity to support education in the Caribbean and create the next generation of leaders in a region that struggles with a lack of access to capital. Each ticket, table, sponsorship, or donation helps to fund education in the Caribbean and create the next generation of leaders. Get your tickets today for the AFUWI 27th annual gala at https://www.afuwi.org/

FAQs

Q: What is the purpose of the AFUWI gala?

A: The AFUWI gala is a fundraising event that supports scholarships for underprivileged Caribbean students studying at UWI.

Q: Who are the honorees of this year’s gala?

A: The honorees of this year’s gala are His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, Mr. Don Christian, Attorney Darren Skinner, Mr. Anthony Mark Desnoes Hart, Ms. Michele Chow-Tai, and Rev. Patrick Perrin.

Q: How can I get involved or support the gala?

A: You can get involved or support the gala by purchasing tickets, sponsoring a table, or making a donation. All contributions – cash or in-kind – are tax-deductible to the full extent of state and federal laws. Donate to support education today at afuwi.org