Sol Gives Back through the donation of fuel to the BDF

Sol (Barbados) Ltd. (Sol) stands by its commitment to the community in which we operate, especially during these unprecedented times. As such, Sol has partnered with the Barbados Defence Force by donating 11,000 litres of fuel (with a retail value of over BBD $28,000.00) in our continued efforts to fulfil our mandate to be a true friend of the community and to be a good corporate citizen in the environments where we all live, work and play, and this is especially true amidst COVID-19.

The Barbados Defence Force (BDF) has been facilitating the distribution of care packages to vulnerable households as part of the Government’s COVID-19 Relief Programme. Sol has provided fuel to assist in this endeavour.

In response to the donation, Chief of Staff, Colonel Glyne Grannum had this to say,

For many years, Sol Petroleum (Barbados) SRL has been one of the Barbados Defence Force’s (BDF) foremost strategic partners. Loyal to their mission, values and promise in the fuel industry, the Sol Group has continuously contributed to the BDF’s mobility on land and at sea. During our fight against the unseen enemy, COVID-19, Sol understood and demonstrated their ability to be a team player and in the true sense of nationhood, made a considerable donation to augment the BDFs capabilities.  As I continue to lead the Force, I am truly comforted to know that in the face of many unknowns, the BDF has the necessary partners and corporate support to be effective”.

Mr. Roger Barrow, General Manager of Sol Barbados reaffirmed the company’s commitment to the region, “We take our corporate responsibility seriously and are mindful of the vital role that our products and services play in ’Powering Journeys and Energizing Communities’ in which we operate. This is just our way of showing that we care and we will continue to support those organizations helping others when we can.”

Sol, the leading supplier of petroleum-based products and energy solutions in the region has championed various initiatives to provide contributions of over BBD$700,000 regionally towards supporting essential workers and charitable food bank organizations responding to these challenging times. We remain committed to further supporting our community, guided by our social investment pillars, education, sports, environment, and charities.

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Sol DR Donates to Albergue Villa Esperanza

The Albergue Villa Esperanza is an academic learning centre, run by the Missionary Workers of Sacred Heart of Jesus. The centre, which was opened in 1966, was created to give hope to the poorest children of the La Bombita neighborhood in Azua, D. R. and provides education for students between 2 and 13 years old. At present, the centre is home to 352 students.
Sol will continue to donate $2,000 per year to the Albergue Villa Esperanza toward the purchase and maintenance of equipment and appliances.

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Sol St Vincent Assists WWP

The World Pediatric Project (WPP) received a donation of XCD 13,585.00 (US$5,000.00) from SOL EC Ltd (St. Vincent). The WPP, since establishing operations in St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2002, has provided services to the value of US$27.16M, helping 177 children receive necessary medical care in the US. Steve Francis, General Manager of SOL EC Ltd., stated that Sol was so impressed by the work being done by the WPP across the region, that the team was more than happy to support this cause.
A second donation of proceeds from the sale of t-shirts was made on behalf of the staff who have also been involved in ‘Fitness Walks’.
Ms. Lauren McIntosh, Executive Director of WPP was very grateful to Sol for the contribution, stating that it would greatly assist with its
operations.

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Sol Supports Hope-Pals Summer Camp

Sol Grenada recently supported the annual Hope-Pals Foundation summer camp for children infected and affected by HIV/AIDS, through the provision of financial support for meals and cooking gas. The camp was geared toward providing psycho-social support and fulfillment activities for the children. The presentation was made at the Grenada Red Cross to Ms. Christel Charles, the community outreach officer; who expressed her gratitude for Sol’s support on this activity.
The Hope-Pals Foundation is a non-profitable organisation and serves the authentic voice of people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in the state of Grenada. The event was a success as Sol’s continued support re-iterated our company’s commitment to giving back to vulnerable groups.

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