Hugh and I grew up in North Merrick back when there were hardly any Black families around. We connected right away as preschoolers. Our backgrounds set us apart, but brought us together. His family’s from Jamaica; my dad’s from Barbados, and those Caribbean roots gave us a bond that lasted all these years.

We never lost touch. Now, with Jamaica facing real challenges, we want to use our network and energy to help.

Our friend Bud has joined in, bringing more family, more drive, and a deeper connection; his children are Jamaican American, and he knows firsthand how much Jamaica means to us all.

We’re asking for your support: every donation helps us provide relief and hope for Jamaican families in need.

Share this campaign, donate what you can, and help us turn lifelong friendship and Caribbean pride into real change.

Thank you from Hugh, Bud, and me. Let’s show what our community can do, together, for Jamaica.

One Love.

World Central Kitchen, Inc

Founded in 2010 by Chef José Andrés, World Central Kitchen (WCK) is first to the frontlines providing fresh meals in response to crises. Applying our model of quick action, leveraging local resources, and adapting in real time, WCK has served hundreds of millions of meals around the world. When disaster strikes, WCK’s Relief Team mobilizes with urgency to start cooking meals for people in need. WCK serves comforting meals to communities impacted by disasters quickly by partnering with organizations on the ground and activating a network of community members and businesses. To support economies, WCK purchases local ingredients to cook with or distribute directly to families in need. Food provides not only nourishment but also comfort, hope and dignity—especially in times of crisis.

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help move this mission forward and reach those who need it most.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is also incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. It means the world to me.