11/04/2025
Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic, recently made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds around 185 mph. The storm caused catastrophic damage across the island, leaving tens of thousands displaced and entire communities without access to power, water, or essential supplies. As recovery efforts begin, global attention has turned to supporting those most affected by this historic disaster.
In response, K.G. International (KGI) is coordinating a Hurricane Melissa Relief Drive to collect and ship essential supplies to Jamaica during the month of November. The first shipment of supplies, consisting of bottled water, diapers, canned food, personal care products, and cleaning supplies, will set sail for Jamaica this week and will be followed by subsequent weekly shipments. Once the supplies are in Jamaica, they will be disseminated through local non-governmental organizations and community leaders, including the Breds Foundation and Emprezz Golding.
We invite our friends and business partners to join us in this vital effort to provide relief to Jamaicans in need. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for individuals and families rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. In-kind donations may be delivered to our warehouse, or we can schedule a pickup upon request. Here is a list of items being requested at this time:
- Personal Care & Hygiene
- Clothing
- Baby & Child Products
- Food & Water
- Health & First Aid
- Household Supplies & Cleaning
If you are interested in supporting this initiative, please call (1 305 499-9816) or email ([email protected]) to coordinate next steps.
