By JADE RUSSELL
Tribune Staff Reporter
jrussell@tribunemedia.net
SEVERAL organisations have partnered to rebuild Eljhay’s Hilltop Cottage Ministries Community Centre, which was known as a beacon of hope in the Kemp Road community.
In January, a fire destroyed the centre, which provided hot meals, clothing, counselling, and a safe space for those in need. Pastor Laura Johnson-Taylor, founder of the ministry, told The Tribune the centre needed at least $250,000 to rebuild and restart its operations.
Bahamas Striping Group Companies (BSGC), in a statement said it joined forces with the Fox Foundation, The Zonta Club of Nassau, Simplified Group of Companies, The Ministry of National Security, Insurance Management, and other corporate sponsors to rebuild the Eljhay’s Hilltop Cottage Ministries Community Centre.
“The Bahamas Striping Group of Companies has always been committed to empowering communities, and this initiative is a testament to our mission of giving back,” said Dominic Sturrup, Executive Chairman of BSGC.
“Since its inception, Bahamas Striping Group of Companies has been an integral part of the Kemp Road community. We are committed to leveraging a Public-Private-People Partnership (3PPP) to unite local businesses and utilise our collective resources to rebuild this vital community centre. This initiative is more than just reconstruction — it’s a demonstration of Bahamian companies coming together for goodwill, recognising the centre’s profound impact on the community and ensuring its legacy continues.”
Fox Foundation co-founder Adrianna Fox said their foundation recognises Eljhay’s Hilltop Cottage Ministries Community Centre as an “historic landmark” within the community.
“This initiative comes from the heart, and we are honoured to be a part of the rebuilding efforts,” she said.
The project plans to restore the facility to reboot to offer feeding programmes, resources, and support to those in need. The rebuild will include structural enhancements, upgraded facilities, and improved accessibility, ensuring the centre can continue leading in service.
National Security Minister Wayne Munroe also said that construction work groups within the correctional facility are available, and they are committed to collaborating with private donors to restore and reopen the facility.
The organisations involved invited additional corporate sponsors, volunteers, and community members to join in their efforts.
