Category: youth

You Are Going To Dig This: Spike for a Cause
Join us for a day of volleyball, friends, prizes and music.

LAMB Foundation is partnering with University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine, Association of Medical Science Graduate Students (AMSGS) and USF Club Volleyball team to help raise school supplies and money to help children in developing countries (i.e. scholarship recipients of 2016 from Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and Malawi) attend school.

LAMB Foundation will use 100% of your donations to directly help children in need.

The Details

WHAT: 4v4 Indoor Volleyball Tournament & Fundraiser (This will be a casual and fun)

WHEN: September 30th 4 PM – 7 PM

WHERE: USF Recreation North Gym

WHO: Teams of 4 people (Students, Faculty & Friends)

GAME DETAILS:
- Rally scoring
- Each team plays 1 set to 25 (must win by 2 points)
- All games have a cap of 30
- There is a 30-minutes time limit for games. Should the time be exceeded, 1 last point will be played.
SIGN UP TO PLAY OR VOLUNTEER:

http://tinyurl.com/AMSGS-VB

DONATIONS:

$20 suggested donation per team/$5 per person (EVERY DOLLAR OF REGISTRATION GOES TO CHARITY)

OR

Suggested NEW School Supplies List Below (these items are needed each year for the students)
- School book bags
- Composition books
- Packs of highlighters
- Packs of loose leaf/filler paper
- Scientific calculators
- Packs of graph paper
- Bottles of hand sanitizer
- Geometry sets
Bring your donation to the event as your admission for the tournament!
If you will not be able to join us for the actual event, and would still like to participate, we would be happy to arrange a time to collect your donation.

(Contact us (text/call) 561 306 8886 or email lamb@lamb-foundation.org).

WHY SHOULD YOU PARTICIPATE?

Every child deserves an education and an opportunity to achieve their dreams. Our foundation has been offering educational scholarship and support since 2008. In many developing countries K-12 is not free. Children have to pay tuition and purchase uniforms to attend. It is the goal of LAMB Foundation to ease the burden on families of students that excel in the classroom.

Contact LAMB Foundation for more information

Lecia AM Brown 561 306 8886 | lamb@lamb-foundation.org

Beth Grimmig AMSGS- bgrimmig@health.usf.edu
September 16, 2016
Congratulations to our 2016 Soccer Scholarship Student-Athletes

In 2015, LAMB Foundation hosted its first annual John Green Memorial Scholarship Match. Not only did we have more athletes participate than anticipated on the first year, but we also had great support from coaches and athletes wanting to see the scholarship match improve and grow. Please check out the highlights and information from 2015.

From this match we are pleased to announce that several athletes have been awarded scholarships to play in the US, and have already started on their first semester at their schools.

CONGRATULATIONS
Onando Collins – Glenmuir High School to Robert Morris University, PA
http://rmucolonials.com/roster.aspx?path=msoc

Seigle Knight – Clarendon College High School to Eastern Florida State University
http://efsctitans.com/sports/msoc/2016-17/bios/knight_siegle_yxaq

Malik Palmer – Clarendon College to Ancilla College

Andre Lowe – Grange Hill High School to Cuyahoga College

Tee-Jae Whyte – Mannings High School to Cuyahoga College
(Note: Unfortunately Tee-Jae Whyte had his visa denied but we at LAMB Foundation hope to take the appropriate measures to help reduce these difficulties international students face).

Upcoming 2016 John Green Memorial Match
Because of the great success of this event we are excited to announce on November 27th we will be having the 2016 John Green Memorial Scholarship Match once again.

We hope to see more athletes, have more university coaches present, and secure even more scholarship for the upcoming year.

BUT… We need your support to make this happen. We have started a GoFundMe that you can directly donate to and assist in making student-athletes dreams come true.

Your donation goes directly to the cause in:
1) Providing jerseys for the athletes
2) Providing lunch and refreshments throughout the scholarship match day
3) Provide support for SAT scholarship for the students so they can be eligible

If you have additional questions, please contact Brian James via email at bjames@lamb-foundation.org

August 24, 2016

2016 John Green Memorial Scholarship Match

LAMB Foundation is delighted to invite you to the 2nd Annual John Green Memorial Scholarship Match.

The 2015 Inaugural John Green Memorial Scholarship match saw over 50 scholar athletes representing approximately 14 different high schools across central Jamaica and Kingston. The quality of play was very good. The level of discipline on and off the field on the day was very high. That was aided by the presence of FIFA certified referees (Kevin Morrison and Staff) and coaches from several of the high schools to show up to support their players. The weather was a warm 85 degrees throughout the day with no rain. The facilities (picture below) were of a high quality. Below is a video taken during the 2015 match.

Video – Day 1 Game 1 (2015):

LOCATION:	Middlesex International College Soccer Complex Adjacent to Hotel Versalles & Middlesex International College) Long Bridge Ave, Clarendon, Jamaica Middlesex International College: http://middlesexinternationalcollege.org/about
DATE:	Sunday, November 27th 2016, 9am EST
PARTNERING HOTEL:	Hotel Versalles (walking distance from soccer complex) 42 Long Bridge Ave, Clarendon (Phone: (876) 986-2775) Manager: Ms. Karen Mitchell Preferred rate $6,490.00 JA / approximately $65 U.S. (double occupancy) plus 10% discount on all rooms.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION:	Courtesy of Denbigh High School Airport pick up and drop off at Hotel Versalles $60 USD To select schoolboy football matches. Rate TBD
LUNCH	Available match day to players
PRIMARY ORGANIZER:	Brian James, bjames@lamb-foundation.org or (571) 334-2957
LOCAL ORGANIZER:	Ms. Christine Bartley, Sporting Director, Denbigh High School, +1 (876)350-4392

July 26, 2016

Health Fair 2016 Recap

Our 1st Annual Health Fair held July 2 and 3, 2016 was a huge success. With raving reviews of wanting it more often, wanting it longer, wanting it in different communities, we are excited to share with you all the great events that occurred as the days went on.

DAY 1

Before the first day of the event, several of the volunteers started our Towncry walk from Rock River to Moores Hood. We had a blast spreading the word as a loud speaker followed us. We were able to recruit many raffle ticket buyers, individuals willing to partake in the domino tournament and shed light on our goal of uniting out communities.

Our day 1 of the health fair started with devotion led by Bro. Miller. He later had a special dedication for the Omeally Family (family of Moores Primary School student that passed away). After the dedication and moment of silence Social Development Commission (SDC) member, Mrs. Shamicka Peart-Williams spoke about community unity and community involvement in regards to health development. We then kicked started the day with our football 6-a-side match, which ended with team’s from Longsville and Chatteau competing in the finals. The winner received 10,000JM grand prize and a trophy, both team received medals and sponsorship to a competition November 19th (held by out partner SDC). After the final game was complete, we had special guests from Harbourview Football Club and Denbigh High School Youth Football teams partake in a friendly match. After the match, youth from the local communities were able to put on jerseys from either team and play along side the teams. This offered the youth the opportunity to be included in the event, but stress the importance of organizing youth sports in the communities.

While the football competition went on, we had members of the Train Fit Club of Kingston Jamaica (another one of our partners) get the crowd dancing and working out all at the same time. Several times throughout the day, crowds surrounded the stage to workout.

Our raffles prizes for this day were: Mystic Mountain tickets, Dolphin Cove Tickets, and Jewels /Hedonism Park Tickets.

See Our Photos of Day 1 HERE

DAY 2

We started our day with devotion by Sis. Knight. Following we had a representative of the Clarendon Health Department, Ms Dionne Harrison, speak on proper nutrition habits. We had a financial advisor and past resident of the community, Mr. Ian Kelly. He shared tips and advice on how individuals can start to build financial security even with small amounts. Mr Rose, a representative from the Clarendon Health Department, led our physical activity session and got individuals up on their feet, moving and working out. Slowing it down, our guest speaker, Dr. Fadji Sylla-Roberts spoke on Hypertension.

Day 2 had other activities that kick start the day. Our Talent Show participants started with their auditions and then 4 participants advanced to the finals later on in the day (both in the teen and adult competition). Our first place winner for each category won $8,000 JM and a gold medal, our second place won $4,000 JM and a silver medal, 3rd place won $2000 JM and fourth place won $1000 JM.

But it didn’t end there, our domino winners won $5000 JM and the opportunity to be sponsored for a competition November 19th sponsored by one of our partners Social Development Commission (SDC). The big raffle prizes giveaway for this day were: a FLOW cell phone, a tablet, Dream Weekend ticket and a 42 inch television.

We finished the night with out talent show winners and our guest artistes Jah Mikes, Raine Seville, Blackmann, Ssense Naturally, Jah Shawn ended the night with their performance.

See Our Photos of Day 2 HERE

Throughout each day, we had giveaways of gift baskets for individuals who answered questions correctly, and/or participated in activities. Our health professionals/services included HIV testing, blood pressure check, cholesterol check, general physicals and much more. To increase the fun activities had bounce-a-bouts, merry go round, snow cones, cotton candy, hot dogs, grab bag, pick tree, Ring Toss, Match the Rubber Ducks and more!!!!

Our New Partners

One of the great advantages of hosting our first annual health fair were the partners that came on board willing and ready to work with LAMB Foundation as we move forward.

Clarendon Health Department: After a great meeting with the head of the department Mr. Grant, we are moving forward working to improve the health conditions in the communities. We are currently in the progress of completing the proposal for the clinic and partnering with other organizations to have the infrastructure built. Visit the Health Department Website

Social Commission Development (SDC): Meeting with Mr. McKenzie and Mrs. Peart-Williams of the SDC we are excited to move forward with our partnership. Not only are we partnering with SDC on the sporting event November 19th. We are working with them to build unity among the communities. Since the health fair, LAMB Foundation has already attended a meeting at the Parish Council along side SDC and we becoming more involved in the strategic planning going forward. Visit SDC Website

Train Fit Club: After having great workout sessions with the members of the Train Fit Club at the fair, we are looking to partner on their upcoming events. These events include hikes throughout, workout challenges etc. This can get the community members out and about exploring more of their physical health and even the beauty of the country that surrounds them. Visit Train Fit Club Facebook Page

Rock River Primary School: Finally we would like to thank Rock River Primary School for being excited and immediately accepted our health fair being health at their school in 2017. We already have a place ready and waiting, so look out for the new date for the 2nd Annual Health Fair 2017. Visit Rock River Primary School Facebook Page

SPONSORS/DONORS

Our organization is not possible without the generous donations and support from our sponsors and donors. Whether it was monetary support, in-kind donations, deep discounts or ensuring the company came out to support us. We at LAMB Foundation would like to Thank You! Without you, this event would not have been complete!

THANK YOU… THANK YOU… THANK YOU!

Clarendon Health Department	Social Development Commission	Moores Primary School
Denbigh High School FC	Train Fit Club	TVJ
RJR	Pastor Hynes and the SDA Churches	Rock River Primary School
Upliftment Jamaica	Cashmere International	UWI Volleyball Club
Vikings Volleyball Club	Wild Rides	Home Boyz Rentals
Solutions Giant	Harbourview FC	First Heritage Credit Union
Dolphin Cove-Ocho Rios	ProConnect Soccer	Vere Pharmacy
University of Louisville Volleyball	University of Cincinnati Soccer	DatzRytePhotography
Mona Information Technology	Oriental Trading	Avis Car Rental
Digital Systems	Derrimon	Trading & Branlue Imports
Caribbean Flavors and Fragrances	Island Dairies	Jamaica Beverages
Miami Fire Department	University of South Florida Recreation	May Pen Ice
Shoppers Fair Supermarket	Lemongrass	Hotel Versalles
Otterbox	Island Jams Entertainment	Dream Weekend
Mystic Mountain	Jewels/Hedonism	CrownMyTeez
Sampars Cash and Carry	Flow	MarcusInnovates

July 23, 2016

Faces of LAMB Foundation: Lavinia R. Ogolla (Kenya)

Lavinia R. Ogolla (Kenya)

LAMB FOUNDATION AFFILIATION: Lavinia is a LAMB Foundation Board Member. She sits as the head of Marketing and Social Media Committee and is majorly in charge of research and General LAMB Foundation information and calendar activities. She is a Kenyan Native, a philanthropist wanting to change her home and social entrepreneur currently and in the past involved in key social activism. She became involved with LAMB Foundation in 2013 when she met the founder Lecia Brown in Kenya, and helped with the LAMB volleyball camp held in her country.

OTHER WORK/AFFILIATIONS: She has in the past worked as a Communications liaison for Justice Advocacy Africa; a non-profit organization aimed at promoting pro bono work and improving judicial trial skills among African lawyers. (JAA) s mission is to promote the rule of law in Africa by providing education and training in ethical and professional advocacy to African lawyers. Currently she is also working with young women from various counties in Kenya for the purpose of empowering the youth, promoting and acceptance of youth in entrepreneurial circles and bringing together young women to share ideas and interact through the initiative; Daughters of the Nile. DoN works in solidarity with the youth connecting their voices, sharing ideas, spreading inspiration to eradicate poverty and ensure social justice prevails.

She dedicates 60 days out of the year for pro-bono/voluntary work with various activists and institutions of interest. Her interests include; advocacy and awareness campaigns, Public interest litigation. She is also passionate about Art and Media as expedient tools for activism.

‘I was a Trainee Radio presenter (98.1 Equator FM) run by my university, Developing content and hosting a social educative program that was meant to create positive impacts on the lives of students and the neighboring communities. It is then that I realized how crucial media is in the process of change through creating awareness so I very much encourage the positive use of it’.

Professional skills: Proposal and report writing; logistics, planning and organization; development project administration and communication management; implementing monitoring and evaluation; international relations and diplomacy; internal policy formulation; grant and budget management; philanthropy.

Her mission is to encourage awareness amongst Kenyan youth for them to lead through education and have the potential and right information to meaningfully change and solve core societal problems.

July 21, 2016
LAMB Health Fair July 2016
LAMB Foundation wants to thank everyone who participated in our Needs Assessments. Because of your input we are proud to announce our very first Health Fair and Community Development Forum in Moores , Clarendon, Jamaica, on July 2^nd and 3^rd, 2016

This two day Health Fair will include communities including Moores, Rock River, Birds Hill, Morris Hall, Chateau and all other surrounding communities.

FREE HEALTHCARE

LAMB Foundation’s Health Fair will have many FREE activities and health care providers present to help everyone with their needs and questions. We will host a wide variety of medical professionals, who will perform free Dental cleaning, Blood Pressure and Cholesterol testing, Diet and Nutrition advisement, HIV testing, massages, among countless other great offers.

FUN ACTIVITIES AND GAMES
1. Football 6-a-side competition on day 1,July 2^ndGRAND PRICE $10,000
2. Talent competition for adults and youth GRAND PRIZE $5000 in each category
3. Fun and Games: Bounce house, grab bag, pin the tail on the donkey, scavenger hunt, three legged race
4. Raffles game with prizes that will include Flat screen TVs, Tablets, and small household appliances, are just a few things to look forward to
5. FOOD!
6. FREE Giveaways just for coming and supporting our event
7. Surprise Guest Appearances
….AND MORE….

SIGN UPS

To sign up for Football or our Talent competition please visit our website at www.lamb-foundation.org for detailed information.

CLICK HERE FOR FOOTBALL SIGN UP

CLICK HERE FOR TALENT SHOW SIGN UP

Football Tournament

Talent Show

RAFFLE TICKETS

Prior to the days of the Health Fair, Raffle tickets will go on sale. Every week, LAMB will announce a winner! Not to worry, you will still be in the running for the drawings the day of the event. The earlier you buy your raffle tickets the more prizes you have at winning!

LOCAL VENDORS NEEDED

Do you own a business in your community? Do you want to make money? Do you want more people to support and know about your business?

IF YES this is the perfect opportunity for you to sign up to be a local vendor at our event. Vendors of all kind are welcome to promote and sell products at the fair. From custom made jewelry, clothes, cooked food, to fresh fruits and vegetables, we welcome you!

Please sign up and make your payment on or before June 25th on our website to secure your spot! Space is limited! Please sign up early. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE!! Spots are limited!

CLICK HERE FOR VENDOR SIGN UP

THAT’S NOT ALL….

JOIN COMMITTEES TO IMPROVE OUR COMMUNITIES

In addition to the many services by some of Jamaica’s top ranking Doctors and health professionals, we will be partnering with Jamaican Foundations to offer our community members the opportunity to form committees in key areas mentioned during our needs assessments.
1. Healthcare Access and Emergency Transport:
  1. Work toward build the clinic, ongoing health fairs/services through out the year, raising funds to have our very own emergency transport
2. Environmental Health
  1. Focus on proper garbage disposal, acquiring proper water for the community, and other health hazards in neighborhoods
3. Job Opportunities
  1. Begin learning the avenues for job opportunities. Bringing back information to the community so that community members can get proper training for jobs
4. Educational Opportunities
  1. Spreading the knowledge of educational opportunities for children and adults throughout the neighborhoods. Acquiring money to help individuals with school fees, school supplies etc.
5. Community Development
  1. Building back out communities to have events throughout the year such as fun day, tournaments, reading days, talent shows etc. This will keep our communities active and working together.
There will be sign up tables on July 2 for these committees. Those who sign up for the committee will meet with the partnering organizations July 3^rd at 9 AM. This will be a in depth discussion and workshop that will continue through out the year.

WE NEED YOU TO MAKE THIS SUCCESSFUL! TO BUILD OUR COMMUNITY WE NEED RESIDENTS FROM ALL OVER TO BE INVOLVED.

LAMB Foundation is extremely excited and hope to see the success of this yearly event. We need the assistance of the community and everyone who believe in this cause. The best way to help us make this event a success is by spreading the word.

Have a business? Display our flyers!

Tell a friend, and a friend of a friend….

Tweet it! #LAMBHEALTH2016 @lamb-foundation

And then, Smile for the camera now CLICK CLICK, IG it. #LAMBHealth206 @lambfoundation

Filter ready? Video it- Snapchat…

But don’t figget fi put it pon Facebook! #LAMBHealth2016

And last but not least- do it for the vine! #LAMBHealth2016

We appreciate you & We Love you!!!
May 23, 2016