A Blue Mahoe Capital x Blue Mahoe Charitable Foundation Initiative
Island Forward
From crisis we rise; through commerce we rebuild.
Together we rise is our call to rebuild livelihoods, restore dignity, and move the islands forward; through love, skill, and above all, unity. This Blue Mahoe Charitable Foundation initiative begins in Jamaica, transforming moments of crisis into pathways for sustainable growth and renewed hope.
The Four Pillars of Support & Recovery
Our Approach
We're rebuilding more than bricks; we're restoring hope, opportunity, and dignity through four interconnected pillars that strengthen our communities from the ground up.
HOMES
Rebuilding the Heart
Rapid home repairs and safe shelter that restore dignity and stability to families and communities.
We support:
Roof and structural repairs
Essential household rebuilds
Affordable, accessible construction approaches
Community-led rebuild projects
CREATIVES
Creative Nation
Empowering storytellers and culture-bearers to document, heal, and innovate.
We support:
Grants for artists, filmmakers, designers, musicians
Creative tools + materials
Community arts and youth creative programs
MSMEs
From Crisis to Commerce
Unconditional support for small businesses to restock, restart, and build back better.
We support:
Unconditional micro-grants
Restock and repair assistance
Business continuity mentorship
Diaspora-to-MSME advisory connections
SPORTS
Play to Rebuild
Rebuilding athletic pathways that strengthen discipline, unity, and community pride.
We support:
Field and facility repairs
Equipment and training gear
Team uniforms and essentials
Youth athletic programs
The Moment & Our Vision
Together We Rise is a international recovery initiative by Blue Mahoe Capital and the Blue Mahoe Charitable Foundation, uniting Jamaicans at home and abroad to transform crisis into opportunity. Our mission goes beyond immediate relief, we create pathways for sustainable growth, helping communities rebuild with love, skill, and purpose.
Post-Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica faces more than structural damage
Families must rebuild. Small businesses must restart
Communities must recover their confidence and connection
Through collaborative partnerships between local communities and diaspora supporters, we're turning disaster into lasting transformation.
Our Partners in Progress
Going Beyond the Physical
Mental Health & Community Healing
Establishing safe spaces for emotional recovery.
Connecting survivors with trauma specialists.
Building community resilience for future shocks.
The Donor & Partner Journey
How it Works
STEP 1
Select a Pillar
Individuals and organizations contribute through direct donations or strategic partnerships.
STEP 3
Track Your Impact
See project locations, progress, and updates, verified by our team, local coordinators, and student journalists.
STEP 2
Vetted Allocation
Funds and resources are allocated to vetted, on-the-ground projects across our four pillars, based on real-time needs assessments.
Impact & Transparency
Blue Mahoe Charitable Foundation uses a transparent impact framework aligned with global nonprofit standards, updated monthly and verified by local partners, student journalists, and community leaders.
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People Supported
Number of individuals and families assisted — broken down by parish and by pillar (Homes, MSMEs, Creatives, Sports).
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Homes & Shops Rebuilt
Prefabricated and traditional structures delivered, installed, and made livable.
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Opportunities Created
Freelancers, contractors, and small suppliers employed through reconstruction efforts.
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Training & Upskilling
Digital, creative, and vocational training sessions held, along with total participants upskilled.
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Community Resilience
Percentage of beneficiaries reporting restored livelihood, improved access to resources, or increased stability.
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Partnerships Activated
Local and international partners providing funding, logistics, materials, or professional expertise.
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Resources Distributed
Cash and in-kind support quantified monthly, with a public ledger for all contributions.
From crisis we rise, through commerce we rebuild.
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Island Forward is a recovery and renewal initiative led by the Blue Mahoe Charitable Foundation.
We connect Jamaicans at home and across the Diaspora to rebuild homes, restart businesses, uplift creators, strengthen sports programs, and support community healing after Hurricane Melissa. -
No. Island Forward is an independent, non-governmental, non-partisan initiative. We collaborate with local authorities when needed, but we are not controlled by any political body.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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All impact stories and associated images used with participant consent. Personal data stored in accordance with Jamaican Data Protection Act (2021) and GDPR where applicable.