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American Foundation for the University of the West Indies
https://www.afuwi.org/Last activity: 18.09.2026
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AFUWI seeks to provide increased access to higher education for students with dire financial needs to aid them in escaping generational poverty and creating a better livelihood for themselves, their families, and their communities. Over the past ten years, AFUWI has provided almost 600 tuition scholarships and bursaries to students pursuing their college degrees at The University of the West Indies (UWI), donating $8.3 million in goods. These include books, computers, and medical and dental equipment.
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| Jul 29, 2026 | AFUWI Announces New Board Leadership to Advance Growth, Partnerships, and Student Success | Lyenda Delp Incoming Executive Committee will build on a decade of leadership by expanding scholarships, strategic partnerships, and career pathways for Caribbean students. I look forward to building on the strong foundation laid by those w... |
| May 1, 2026 | AFUWI's 29th Annual Gala Honors Global Leaders, Raises Vital Support for Caribbean Students | AFUWI’s 29th Annual Awards Gala Raises Vital Support for Caribbean Students, Honors Global Leaders in Education, Public Service, and Innovation Education remains the most powerful and enduring pathway to recovery, resilience, and national d... |
| Apr 3, 2026 | A LEGACY THAT ENDURES: FATHER AND SON HONORED FOR TRANSFORMATIVE, GENERATIONAL IMPACT IN EDUCATION | Mr. Anthony Belinfanti Mr. Gregory Belinfanti The Belinfanti family’s journey is a powerful reminder that philanthropy is not simply about giving—it is about continuity, stewardship, and vision.” — Ann-Marie Grant NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATE... |
| Mar 30, 2026 | AFUWI Celebrates Women’s History Month Honoring Two Trailblazing Leaders at 29th Annual 'The Legacy Continues' Gala | Camille Joseph-Goldman Dr. Jacky Wright Camille Joseph-Goldman and Dr. Jacky Wright embody excellence, resilience, and purpose. Their achievements serve as powerful inspiration for the next generation—especially the students we support.” — ... |
| Mar 20, 2026 | SUNY Downstate Health Science University and Howard University Leaders Honored for Expanding Educational Opportunity | Dr. Wayne Riley Dr. Wayne Frederick AFUWI Honors SUNY Downstate Health Science University and Howard University Leaders at 29th Annual "The Legacy Continues" Awards Gala on April 17, 2026 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 20, 202... |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Prime Minister of Jamaica - The Most Honourable Dr. Andrew Holness to receive AFUWI Legacy Award at 29th Annual Gala | The Legacy Continues’ Gala celebrates leaders whose vision and service help shape the future of our community and region.” — Dr. Cyrus McCalla, Chair, AFUWINEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Foun... |
| Oct 31, 2025 | AFUWI - Hurricane Melissa Relief & Recovery Fund | While we share deep concern for the well-being of our fellow Jamaicans at home in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, we know that concern alone is not enough — our help is urgently needed to rebuild lives” — Ann-Marie Grant, AFUWI Executive Dir... |
| Aug 8, 2025 | AFUWI Celebrates Jamaican National Awards Received by Key Supporters and Philanthropic Champions | Mr. William Mahfood Mr. Dennis Hawthorne Dr. George Willie Recognizing Donors and Leaders Who Exemplify AFUWI’s Commitment to Service and Education We are deeply proud of these extraordinary leaders whose legacies extend far beyond individu... |
| Mar 21, 2025 | The Legacy Continues: Senator Audrey Marks Joins AFUWI Class of 2025 Honorees | Senator The Hon. Ambassador Audrey Marks Celebrating Visionary Leadership and Caribbean Impact on April 4, 2025 in New York City NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Foundation for The University of... |
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What has the press written about American Foundation for the University of the West Indies?
Parsers VC has collected 11 articles mentioning American Foundation for the University of the West Indies, among them “AFUWI Announces New Board Leadership to Advance Growth, Partnerships, and Student Success” (Jul 29, 2026) and “AFUWI's 29th Annual Gala Honors Global Leaders, Raises Vital Support for Caribbean Students” (May 1, 2026).
Is American Foundation for the University of the West Indies still active?
Yes, American Foundation for the University of the West Indies is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Sep 18, 2026.