Help Transform Jamaica
General Procedures for Charitable Donations
Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica have consistently demonstrated selfless acts of generosity and philanthropy to several charitable organisations, as well as to schools and hospitals, over the years. With the passage of the Charities Act in 2014, procedures for donations are more streamlined.
Donations of educational materials and supplies, as well as those for infrastructural development must be cleared by the National Education Trust Limited (NET), in order to benefit from duty concessions. NET is the agency of the Government of Jamaica (GoJ) that mobilises financial and quality resource investments for schools in Jamaica to achieve greater levels of access to education and learning.
Guidelines for making donations to the education sector through the National Education Trust are available here (Revised Guidline For Donating Educational Materials)
Guidelines for donations to the health sector through the Health for Life and Wellness Foundation.
Explore Ways to Give Back
Medical Missions
Overseas medical missions have been a critical part of Jamaica's healthcare system for years.
Adopt-A-School Programme
The "Adopt-A-School" program in Jamaica is an initiative designed to foster partnerships between schools and various stakeholders such as businesses, organizations, and individuals.
How To Create a Charity to Give Back
Creating a charity involves defining a clear mission that addresses a specific social need and establishing a legal structure, such as a nonprofit organisation.
Jamaica Social Stock Exchange
The Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (JSSE), seeks to engage the entire Jamaican economy in promoting the Social Capital Market, believing that true development of any country happens in all areas of life and facets of society.
Adopt-A-Clinic Programme
The Adopt-A-Clinic Programme is a structured arrangement that seeks to engage the private sector locally and the Diaspora to play a critical role in improving the provision and access to Primary Health Care via the philanthropic support to a pool of 100 clinics identified for Adoption.
Diaspora Change Makers
Individuals who return to the Jamaican diaspora and give back contribute significantly to community growth and development. Their efforts, whether through educational initiatives, healthcare programs, or economic support, enrich the lives of fellow Jamaicans and fostering a sense of unity.
