We’ve received word from our partners at Melody House in Jamaica, and the news is deeply difficult to share.

Most importantly, the girls and staff are safe. But the damage to their home and surrounding property is extensive.

The home sustained extensive damage from Hurricane Melissa. The roof and solar energy system — both completed in 2023 as part of a major project that so many of you helped make possible — were both hit hard. The solar panels were blown completely off, and the roof was once again compromised. We had hoped this system would be a source of stability in emergencies like this one, but sadly, it was not spared.

The destruction continues around the property. The chicken coop roof is gone, the garden is destroyed, and the large fruit trees that once helped provide food are now shredded or uprooted. Inside the home, water has gotten in, soaking mattresses and belongings.

Our most urgent concern right now is getting food and clean drinking water to the girls and staff.

We have not yet heard from many of our other partners on the island, but we know the need is great and growing.

You can help

We are collecting donations through our website, and 100% of what we receive will go directly to recovery efforts at Melody House and with our partners across Jamaica.

If you’re able, please give and help us spread the word:

https://www.travelingwithapurpose.org

Thank you for standing with us and with our friends in Jamaica in this incredibly hard time.