Hurricane Melissa has left many of our scholars and their families facing heartbreaking uncertainty.

One student wrote:

“I spoke to my mom during the hurricane, and she told me her roof came off. I haven’t heard from her since, but I’m praying she’s safe.”

Stories like this are still unfolding. Our scholars are trying to reach loved ones, assess the damage, and figure out how to move forward.

Your donation today will help us respond quickly—providing emergency assistance, helping families rebuild, and ensuring students can continue their education despite the storm’s devastation.

Every gift—no matter the size—will make a real difference in the days ahead.

Give now to help our scholars and their communities recover and rebuild.

Suggested Impact Tiers

$25 – Provides basic supplies and essentials
$100 – Supports temporary relief and communication costs
$250 – Assists with repairs and school needs
$500+ – Helps rebuild homes, restore stability, and renew hope

About the Lynne Mitchell Foundation

The Lynne Mitchell Foundation (LMF) is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to higher education for Jamaican students.

Founded in 2012 by Marlene Mitchell Gordon in honor of her mother, Lynne Mitchell, LMF continues Lynne’s legacy of compassion and belief in the power of education to change lives.

Since its inception, LMF has invested more than USD $750,000 in scholarships and educational support for Jamaican students.

What began as a grassroots effort to remove barriers to primary education has grown into a national scholarship program helping young people pursue university and postgraduate studies at home and abroad.

Since 2023, through its Memorial and Aspire Scholarship programs, LMF has awarded 83 scholarships, including a record 42 scholarships in 2025 totaling USD $131,500. These awards empower exceptional students to achieve their academic goals and build brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.

At the heart of everything LMF does is a simple but powerful philosophy:
Education is empowerment. It opens doors, expands perspectives, and breaks the cycle of poverty. Opportunity should not depend on circumstance.

When one student succeeds, we all rise. The impact of education ripples outward—strengthening families, communities, and nations.

For more than a decade, the Lynne Mitchell Foundation has been a bridge between aspiration and achievement. With continued partnership and investment, we can ensure that no dream is deferred because of financial limitation.

Every gift fuels education, equity, and empowerment.
As our scholars rise, so too does Jamaica—one bright mind at a time.

Rebuilding Dreams: Support Our Scholars After Hurricane Melissa

Help Lynne Mitchell Foundation scholars and their families recover, rebuild, and stay on track toward their education goals.

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