Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is actively leading relief efforts in Jamaica following the devastation caused by the recent Category 5 Hurricane Melissa.
Through her Pocket Rocket Foundation, she has been visiting the hardest-hit communities, particularly in St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland, to distribute food, water, and care packages to affected families and students. Many residents have lost their homes and schools, and some student-athletes supported by her foundation are now in shelters.
Fraser-Pryce has used her platform to raise awareness and support, emphasizing the Jamaican proverb, “Every mickle mek a muckle” (Every little bit helps), and encouraging people to donate or volunteer their time. Other Jamaican sporting figures, including Usain Bolt, have also pledged support for the recovery efforts.
Shelly Ann : “For anyone who feels hopeless, hold on to this Jamaican proverb and do what you can”
To be honest, posts like this are never easy for me but I know it’s important to share what I’ve seen. I’ve spent a few days on the road across St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland. Many families have lost everything. There’s total destruction of homes and schools and some of our student athletes supported by the @sfppocketrocketfoundation are now living in shelters.
Through the foundation our team and partners have been distributing food, water, and care packages to students and families in the hardest-hit areas. I’m so grateful for everyone who has come together to make this possible from Zyon’s school community, Ballaz Football Academy, First World Dental, Carimed, Grace Foods, Sanmerna, Ziggydchemical and many more!
Recovery will take time, and it will take all of us. Over the coming weeks and months, we’ll continue to visit communities to help them rebuild with dignity and hope. If you can give click on the link in my bio to donate or volunteer your time. Every contribution helps us make a difference.
Jamaica, we are strong. And together, we’ll recover stronger”
