Philipsburg:--- GEBE became a gold sponsor of the Ujima Foundation in support of the organization's important goal of youth education and development on St. Maarten. GEBE Managing Director, ir. William Brooks, handed the sponsorship check to Ujima Foundation Director, Judith Bell.
GEBE is a company that continues to give back to the community and Brooks stressed the importance of supporting educational and youth projects that focus on the future of St. Maarten. "We don't know what circumstances are keeping them from succeeding in life, but GEBE would like to contribute toward opening some doors for them and helping them on the journey."
"Management believes that Ujima is working hard to make a difference in the lives of these youngsters and we want to partner with Ujima to help make life better for them. We are happy to once again contribute to the positive projects of the Ujima Foundation that aim to bring life changing experiences and opportunities to the island's youth through events such as Family/Educational Festival, Youth Explosion and other fundraising events," Brooks concluded.
Bell, expressed thanks on behalf of the board, staff and residents of the Ujima Residential Therapeutic Facility. "We have been praying hard to receive something because the foundation is most desperately in need. GEBE has been very supportive of the Ujima Foundation in the past and we are thankful for the donation made to help with this educational event. Ujima will soon be celebrating its 4th anniversary and is looking forward to many more activities to come." Ujima is looking to open a performance arts school in August 2012. GEBE wishes them much success in their future endeavors and stated that when they get this far they can count on the support of GEBE.
