Precious Touch Foundation 6th Anniversary
Precious Touch Foundation Inc. celebrates its 6th anniversary with a Hike & Picnic on Saturday, November 23, 2013. The Hike leaves Bath, St. John at 6.00am and returns to Bath Beach, St. John for a picnic. Our church service will be held on Sunday, November 24, 2013, at Faith New Testament Church of God, Kirtons St. Philip and starts at 9.00am.
I Wish To Have A Flat Screen TV – Allan James – 7 Years Old
Chefette Restaurants Ltd. and CBC MCTV partnered with Precious Touch Foundation Inc. to make a little boy’s wish come true. While most children craved the excitement of Disney World, 7-year-old Allan James preferred to enjoy his favorite pictures in the comfort of his home cuddled in his mother’s arms, and so what better wish to ask for by a Flat Screen Television. This precious wish was donated and presented by Mr. Ryan Haloute at his Chefette Corporate Office, Harbour Road, St. Michael on October 24, 2013. To enhance the wish, making it even more special CBC MCTV assisted with a six-month cable package which was greatly appreciated by Allan and his mum Jacqueline Atkins. The presentation was witnessed by Lisa Carter – Advertising Manager, Marquest Clarke-Griffith – Marketing Manager, Jacqueline Atkins (Allan’s mum), Sean Miller (Allan’s uncle), Precious Touch Foundation Inc. representatives and CBC MCTV representatives. Following the presentation, Jacqueline expressed her sincere thanks to Precious Touch Foundation Inc., Mr. Ryan Haloute and his dedicated team and CBC MCTV representatives for making Allan’s wish a reality.
I Wish To Have A White iPad4 – Cherisse King – 15 Years Old
Precious Touch Foundation Inc. and the Guardian Group of Companies created a precious moment for 15-year-old Cherisse King on Thursday, September 5, 2013, when she was presented with her wish of a white iPad4 – 64GB with WiFi donated by Guardian General Insurance Limited and Guardian Life of the Caribbean Limited. This wonderful presentation was made by Mr. Fabian Bishop – Unit Manager, Guardian Life of the Caribbean Limited at the Enfield House, Collymore Rock offices. Attending this special occasion were Miss Margaret King (Cherisse’s mum), Miss Tracy Forde – Human Resource Officer, Mrs. Eurlinda Smith – Accountant, Guardian General Insurance Limited, Miss Shelley Miller – Integrated Marketing Communication Officer, President Adorial Maxwell-Hazell and Volunteer Ryan Wilson of Precious Touch Foundation Inc. After the presentation, some members of the Precious Touch Foundation Inc. team visited Cherisse at her home. She was very eager and excited to show off her iPad4 to Directors Shakida Belgrave and Henderson Rouse and family friend Claudine.
Cherisse King’s Wish Story
What was the wish?:A white iPad4 Why did you choose this wish?:I chose this wish because I love advanced tecnology and playing with electronics What did your wish mean to you?:Honestly it meant that I didnt have to walk around with a laptop anymore Can you tell us one of your favorite moments from this special wish?:I felt very happy when I recieved my wish because I was anticipating it from from the time I made the wish How are you feeling now?:Awesome!!! because I can put my iPad to good use and still have doing it. How did you learn of Precious Touch Foundation Inc.?:My mother told me about when I was in PICU What do you want to tell people about Precious Touch Foundation Inc.?:It’s an organization with the urge to bring smiles on the faces of children with life threatening diseases
I Wish To Have a Birthday Party – Destiny Clarke – 14 Years Old
A day filled with excitement and loads of fun was just what Precious Touch Foundation Inc. created for a special girl. On Saturday, August 17, 2013, with assistance from the Maria Holder Memorial Trust, Destiny Clarke celebrated her 14th birthday in fine style with a party held at Sandalwoods Estate. Destiny enjoyed a funfilled evening surrounded by family members, close friends, some of her schoolmates and the Precious Touch Foundation Inc. team. Treated like a true birthday celebrity, Destiny arrived by limousine provided by Exquisite Limousine Services Inc. and was welcomed by some sweet local music played by DJ White. To bring this special occasion to a fitting and memorable end, Annie the Clown and Miss Clown sent the children home with beautifully painted faces. Quite an unforgettable wish experience for Destiny!
I Wish To Have A Laptop – Keyara Springer – 12 Years Old
On Saturday, August 10, 2013, another little girl experienced the joy and happiness of having her precious wish turn into reality. Keyara Springer (12 years old) had her wish granted when the Precious Touch Foundation Inc. team accompanied by Regina Ramjit (Miss Barbados 2013) arrived at her home to present her with a Laptop compliments On-Line Consultancies (Barbados) Ltd. The presentation was made by Regina Ramjit and witnessed by President Adorial, Vice-President St. Auban, Directors Henderson and Adrian. Also attending this special occasion were Volunteers Shannelle and Tamara along with Keyara’s mum Mesha Quintyne. With a beautiful smile, Keyara expresses sincere thanks to the Foundation for making her dream come true.
Keyara Springer’s Wish Story
What was the wish?: to have a laptop Why did you choose this wish?: so when I to 5th form so I can use it for school work , home work What did your wish mean to you?: it mean that I can do anything for me and if I don’t know anything I can just go on the internet Can you tell us one of your favorite moments from this special wish?: one of my favorite moments is when my mother is on hers and I want to go on I do not have to confuse her any more How are you feeling now?: I am happy and joyful How did you learn of Precious Touch Foundation Inc.?: I was in QEH hospital and a woman form there and told me about it and I meant her again give my mother a slip What do you want to tell people about Precious Touch Foundation Inc.?: thanks and for the person for doing it so sick children that have the things they want so they can have what they want
I Wish To Go To Disney World – Janica Moore – 4 Years Old
Precious Touch Foundation Inc. and its wish partner Give Kids the World created a magical experience for wish child Janica Moore. Janica (age 4) and her mum Jan Moore, accompanied by representative Henderson Rouse left Barbados on July 21, 2013, for a week-long visit to Orlando Florida where they enjoyed the usual royalty treatment. On their arrival at Give Kids the World Village, the wish family was met by members of the Barbados Association of Central Florida and Tampa Bay, and they were honored with a special reception which included the raising of our National flag. During the week, Janica, her mum Jan and Henderson were taken on tours to Disney World theme parks, Universal Studio, Magic Kingdom, Sea World and Disney Blizzard Beach Waterpark. Big smiles greeted Janica when she exited the arrival hall of the Grantley Adams International Airport on July 27th, including members of her family, the Precious Touch Foundation’s team, Regina Ramjit (Miss Barbados World 2013) and Mr. Henderson Griffith (president – Barbados Association of Central Florida and Tampa Bay).
Janica Moore’s Wish Story
What was the wish?: To go to Disney World Why did you choose this wish?: Because she likes Kikey Mouse What did your wish mean to you?: She was happy to see Tinkerbell and Mary Poppins and Beauty and the Beast. Can you tell us one of your favorite moments from this special wish?: Going to Seaworld and seeing all her favorite characters on parade. How are you feeling now?: Janica still feeling excited. How did you learn of Precious Touch Foundation Inc.?: We found out about Precious Touch Foundation Inc when Adorial came to the hospital and talk to me about the foundation. What do you want to tell people about Precious Touch Foundation Inc.?: That it is a good foundation and it helps children who are sick and I am glad that Janica was one of the children to go overseas.
I Wish To Have A ‘Big, Big, Big Dollhouse’ – Keona-Marie Layne – 3 Years Old
Precious Touch Foundation Inc. continues to make precious wishes come true for special children. Unlike previous wish requests from most children of a Laptop or a trip to Disney World, the Foundation was overwhelmed when a little girl asked for a wish of a ‘Big, Big, Big Dollhouse’ complete with furniture. Keona-Marie Layne (Age 3 years old) and her family were emotionally shocked when Precious Touch Foundation Inc. team turned up at their home on Saturday, July 6, 2013, transporting a huge fully furnished Dollhouse. It was indeed an awesome experience when the Dollhouse was unveiled and presented to Keona-Marie by Regina Ramjit (Miss Barbados World 2013 Delegate) Everyone stared in admiration at the beautiful Dollhouse while Keona-Marie expressed her gratitude in silence as tears of joy filled her eyes. Attending this special occasion were Keona-Marie’s mum Carla, her grandparents and the Precious Touch Foundation Inc. team of Directors and Volunteers.