Sandals Foundation Book Drive

The Sandals Foundation is committed to promoting literacy throughout the Caribbean. In support of International Literacy Day this September, Sandals and Beaches Resorts' guests can contribute to this goal by donating new or gently used children's books and novels during their Fall vacation. All books collected will be donated to libraries in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos to further foster reading across the Caribbean.

For details on how and where to donate books this Fall, learn more here.

Sandals Foundation WonderFALL Wednesdays Volunteer Projects

US$75 donation per adult / US$40 donation per child*

Wednesdays this Fall, your family can participate in local volunteer projects organized by the Sandals Foundation, allowing you and your children to experience first-hand the joys of making a difference in the lives of others.

Participants are encouraged to come prepared to volunteer by dressing comfortably (cool clothing; sneakers; hats; sunglasses,etc.) and bringing ample sun protection and insect repellant. The Sandals Foundation will provide light refreshment to include water, fruit juice, snacks and assorted sandwiches for all participants.

Monetary donations to this project will provide:

Transportation between the resort and the volunteer site

Supplies, tools, and equipment for each project.

To participate, sign up at the hotel's front desk. Space is limited.

The Sandals Foundation Wednesday Volunteer Projects:

Literacy Week: Sept. 2, 2009 - 9 am - Noon

Bring a book along to a local library and help kick off literacy week! Start off by assisting the library with light upgrades, such as painting and cleaning, then afterwards, share a story or two with children from a local school and introduce them to the joy of reading in their restored library!

Infirmary Restoration: Sept. 9, 2009 - 9am - Noon

Help restore a local infirmary through painting and landscaping, as well as spend some time giving much needed attention to the residents by playing games, reading or having a treat with scrumptious tea!

International Coastal Clean-Up: Sept. 16, 2009 - 9 am - Noon

Along with children from a local school, help clean up one of the beautiful beaches in the area, while also learning about the importance of keeping the environment clean.

Vegetable and Herb Garden Planting: Sept. 23, 2009 - 9 am - Noon

Visit a local school with Grover from the Beaches Resorts Caribbean Adventure with Sesame Street to help the students plant a school vegetable and herb garden, and learn about its environmental impact.

School Safety & Clean-Up: Sept. 30, 2009 - 9 am - Noon

Visit one of the local schools to participate in an interactive Safety & Awareness seminar, where local fireman and police will perform safety checks and repairs, as well as help clean-up and perform light upgrades to the school grounds.

Feeding the Homeless: Oct. 7, 2009 - 9 am - Noon

Visit those in great need in the local community, and help serve a nourishing meal, as well as hand out toiletries.

Tree Planting: Oct. 14, 2009 - 9am - Noon

Take part in working to conserve the precious coastlines of the Caribbean, and help plant either coconut trees in Jamaica or mangroves in Turks & Caicos.

Beautification Campaign: Oct. 21, 2009 - 9am - Noon

Be an advocate of the Anti-litter campaign and visit one of the local schools to take part in a major clean up, and help students create posters to promote Anti-litter within their communities.