The Friends Of Barbados Dlp Association, Inc. ANNUAL REPORT The period under review July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016, parallels that of the previous period, which even though challenging at times was successful in terms of membership retention, fiscal stability and programme execution. MEMBERSHIP The progress of any organization is dependent on the dedication and commitment of its membership. Thus, it is our mantra that the membership should always be afforded the opportunity to fully participate in the operation of the organization. We are indeed pleased to report that a great degree of professionalism was displayed in this regard. It should be noted that during the period under review we were able to retain all of our members, and in addition, we attracted a few new members. We are confident that these new members will follow the tradition and contribute to the overall development of the organisation. ENEVOLENT PROJECTS
SPECIAL EVENTS Our main fundraising event was our Annual Cocktail Sip which was held on February 7, 2016. We were graced with the presence of our Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Fruendel Stuart; General Secretary of the Democratic Labour Party Mr. George Pilgrim; Chairman of Urban Development Commission Mr. Derek Alleyne; The Prime Minister’s Executive Assistant Ms. Yvette King and Consul General Dr. Donna Hunte-Cox. A feature of this event was the presentation of awards to individuals who have rendered outstanding service to both the organisation and our community. Ms. Helen Walker was recognised for her years of dedicated
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It should be noted that we supported various charitable causes which is in keeping with one of objectives – that of being our brothers’ keeper. Our most significant donation was made to the Dr. Susan Smith-McKinney Home & Rehabilitation Center in Brooklyn. This donation was in the form of Christmas gifts to various residents.
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