From the breathtaking Blue Mountain hovering greater than 4,000 ft above sea stage to the refreshing Dunn’s River – probably the most international’s maximum iconic waterfalls, the island’s good looks and group might be on display because the Sandals Basis brings its premier paediatric fundraising tournament house in Island Problem Jamaica 2026.
From October 2- 5, the philanthropic organisation in partnership with Sandals Hotels, the Jamaica Vacationer Board, Island Routes Journey Excursions, and British Airlines will deliver in combination some 30 UK athletes, native and global companions in Ocho Rios for an unforgettable four-day staying power enjoy throughout land and sea.
Overlaying the parishes of Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, and St. Andrew, individuals will run scenic coastal routes, kayak thru crystal waters, trek thru Jamaica’s breathtaking landscapes and hike up the rustic’s noted mountain to boost £100,000 to enhance neonatal and paediatric healthcare products and services at hospitals serving seriously sick babies and youngsters alongside Jamaica’s northern hall.
Heidi Clarke, Govt Director of the Sandals Basis, says the verdict to deliver the Island Problem to Jamaica can pay homage to the resilience of the country as households and establishments proceed to rebuild more potent after the passage of Storm Melissa.
“As our street to restoration continues, we would have liked to create any other alternative for company companions, Jamaicans and the realm to proportion their love and toughen for our island’s communities. The power of our well being products and services is key to giving households hope and thru this Problem, individuals and companions will undoubtedly change into the neonatal and peadiatric care inside our hospitals– giving our youngsters a preventing probability,” says Clarke.
For Dr Kerry-Ann McKenzie, Guide Paediatrician at Falmouth Public Normal Health facility, the brand new apparatus will considerably support the usual of care.
“We misplaced all of our apparatus and beds and feature been displaced, lately running with only one unmarried designated mattress in our Twist of fate & Emergency division. This donation of kit from the Sandals Basis will a great deal support the usual of care we’re ready to provide to the paediatric inhabitants in Falmouth and the encompassing environs.
“Since Storm Melissa, our crew has proven peculiar resilience, treating sufferers in prerequisites no medical institution will have to must function underneath. We’re rebuilding step-by-step, however the street to complete restoration is lengthy, and toughen like this brings us nearer to restoring the extent of care our group merits. For a medical institution that has been stretched to its restrict for the reason that hurricane, this isn’t simply apparatus — it’s a lifeline that restores our skill to offer protection to essentially the most inclined amongst us, our youngsters,” says Dr McKenzie.
The four-day Problem comprises:
– Day One: A 8km group run adopted through a 10km kayak alongside the White River Fish Sanctuary
– Day Two: An ascent of the world-famous Dunn’s River Falls, adopted through a 10km rainforest trek and tree planting process
– Day 3: A 21km part marathon during the superbly preserved Georgian the city of Falmouth, passing the beneficiary Falmouth Public Normal Health facility
– Day 4: An army staying power problem in Newcastle, St. Andrew ahead of conquering partial hike of the Blue Mountain some 4,500 ft above sea stage
“The Island Problem was once born out of an concept of the Managing Director of Distinctive Holidays UK and Europe, Karl Thompson, who has been operating to mobilize various UK donors and trip companions. To solidify the Jamaican connection, we will be able to even have 15 spots for locals to take part – working aspect through aspect within the 21 Km part marathon thru Falmouth on Sunday October 4,” says Match Coordinator and Director of Operations at Sandals Basis, Karen Zacca.
The initiative builds at the good fortune of Island Demanding situations held in Antigua & Barbuda in 2023, St. Vincent & the Grenadines in 2024, and Saint Lucia in 2025. Jointly, the development has raised greater than £300,000, reaping rewards roughly 1,800 young children around the Caribbean.
Becoming a member of the checklist of native companions making the ancient 2026 tournament imaginable are Wisynco, Trekkers Adventures, Excursion Jamaica Restricted, City Building Company, Jamaica Observer, Caribbean Manufacturers Jamaica, Chukka Caribbean Adventures Jamaica, Forestry Division, Oxford Buying and selling Jamaica Restricted, The Perfect Dressed Hen, Rainforest Basis, Mystic Mountain, and Digicel Jamaica. World companions come with Hearst, Mail Metro Media, Accord Advertising, Hays Commute, CC Hospitality Workforce, RedPill, InPrint, Piqniq, Cellular Media and TripAdvisor.
To donate to the Sandals Basis Island Problem Jamaica 2026, seek advice from http://www.justgiving.com/marketing campaign/islandchallenge2026
To sign up for Day 3 of the Island Problem Jamaica – https://shape.jotform.com/262154934564866
For more info in regards to the Sandals Basis and the vital initiatives the charity helps each and every 12 months, seek advice from www.sandalsfoundation.org
