PHILIPSBURG:--- On Saturday, January 24, 2026, the staff of the White & Yellow Cross Care Foundation (WYCCF) came together at Emilio’s Restaurant for an enjoyable evening of appreciation, laughter, and dancing. The event began at 6:30 PM and continued well after midnight, bringing colleagues from across the organization together to reflect on a wonderful year and celebrate the people behind WYCCF’s daily work.
The evening had a festive, elegant atmosphere from the start, with staff arriving in dashing attire, dressed to impress. Guests were welcomed with a 360-degree camera experience that captured fun moments as everyone entered and kicked off the night. Emilio’s served a wonderful selection of food throughout the evening, which was enjoyed by all and contributed to the warm, celebratory setting.
Entertainment stayed front and center: DJ Kilo kept the energy high on the dancefloor, while the Control Band delivered a lively live performance. Adding even more joy to the evening, Suppa Kid served as MC and kept the crowd laughing with great humour and crowd interaction.
A special moment of the evening was the speech by WYCCF Director Bregje Boetekees, who thanked staff for their dedication and hard work and highlighted key accomplishments achieved throughout 2025. Her words reflected the organization’s deep appreciation for the commitment and teamwork shown across departments every day.
Another highlight was the raffle, which featured many attractive prizes made possible by the generosity of community partners and sponsors. WYCCF extends sincere thanks to the following sponsors for their valued contributions:
Princess Juliana International Airport; Grant Thornton; Baratié; SAGE Jewelers; Focused Fitness; Inglot; Polo Ralph Lauren; Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store; Caribbean Gems; Zhaveri Luxury Jewelers; Boolchand's; Intermar; Bobby’s Marina; Divi Little Bay Beach Resort; Simpson Bay Resort; The JW Marriott Beach Resort; Oyster Bay Beach Resort; The Greenhouse; Coffee Lounge; Chesterfields Restaurant & Bar; Looking Good; Nobles Clothing & Souvenirs; Klass Electronics; Cabana Beach Bar & Restaurant; Basket Boutique.
WYCCF also thanks the organizing committee for their hard work and dedication in coordinating the event and ensuring everything ran smoothly.
The WYCCF Staff Party was a well-deserved celebration and recognition of the individuals who provide trusted, quality care to our clients throughout the year.
