Cares Updates
Spotlight Series on Operation Inspire’s Project-Based After School Programs
In 2017, Cane Bay Cares rolled out Operation Inspire’s afterschool program following hurricane Irma and Maria to address a gap in public school schedules. Today Operation inspire continues to offer this service at several public schools, on St. Croix, and is currently...
Our Team’s Journey in Donating 250 Books to JFL’s Pediatric Ward
June 26, 2024 - In a world dominated by technology, the simple joy of reading a book can sometimes be overlooked, especially for children facing challenging circumstances. This belief inspired the Cane Bay Cares team to embark on a heartwarming mission: donating 250...
Operation Inspire Students Shine at Closing Ceremonies
May 31, 2024 - The vibrant sounds of accomplishment echoed through the halls of Eulalie Rivera K-8, Pearl B. Larsen K-8, and Ricardo Richards K-6 as Operation Inspire students showcased their impressive achievements at the closing ceremonies. Operation Inspire, Cane...
Cane Bay Cares: Proud Sponsor of 2024 VI Spelling Bee
March 20, 2024 -- Recently, Cane Bay Cares had the privilege of supporting both the St. Croix District and Virgin Islands’ Territorial Spelling Bees, events that celebrate the linguistic talents of our youth. It warmed our hearts to learn that our contribution...
Cane Bay Cares Reflects on 2023 as a Year of Positive Impact
After another transformative year, Cane Bay Cares took a moment to reflect on its journey with the St. Croix community and the positive changes that have taken place during the course of 2023. This non-profit organization made good on its mission to make a positive...
Cane Bay Cares’ 2nd Annual Kids’ Supermarket Sweep Donates Groceries to LSSVI Residents during Health Expo
St. Croix youth raced through The Market STX on Sunday, Nov. 12, as they vied for cash prizes and helped support Lutheran Social Services residents during Cane Bay Cares’ second annual Kids’ Supermarket Sweep. The scavenger hunt was part of Cares’ Kids Health IQ Expo,...
Keeva Deller Wins Summer Reading Challenge Hosted by Cane Bay Cares’ Operation Inspire
Aug. 7, 2023 – Fifth-grader Keeva Deller emerged as the unrivaled champion of the Summer Reading Challenge hosted by Cane Bay Cares’ Operation Inspire afterschool program. David Johnson, a partner in Cares’ parent company Cane Bay Partners VI, personally presented...
Promoting Literacy
April 17, 2023 - Cane Bay Cares was given the opportunity to support the USVI Literary Festival and Book Fair “VI LitFest” and did not hesitate to help. VI LitFest is an annual event held on St. Croix and was created to promote literacy within the U. S. Virgin...
CONGRATULATIONS to St. Croix Spelling Bee Champion Abdel Bazzar!
Photo credit: Cynthia Graham, VIDE - Director Public Relations March 17, 2023 - Cane Bay Cares congratulates Abdel Bazzar, a student at Ricardo Richards Elementary School, on winning yesterday’s 50th Territorial Spelling Bee. Abdel was one of 6 spellers representing...
Go Lady Rovers! Cane Bay Cares Supports All Girls Soccer Club!
March 15, 2023 - Cane Bay Cares congratulates the Lady Rovers Soccer Club U10 Team on their big win during this weekend’s tournament. March is Women’s History month, and we are happy to support organizations like the Lady Rovers Soccer Club that encourage young ladies...
Cane Bay Cares Participates in St. Croix Relay for Life 2022
October 17, 2022 - A sense of solidarity and upbeat Caribbean music permeated the air as community partners walked side by side on the St. Croix Educational Complex track between October 15 and 16. Cane Bay Cares, philanthropic arm of Cane Bay Partners VI, LLLP,...
Cane Bay Cares Celebrates Five Years of Service
Fintech company looks back on initiative’s transformation from hurricane relief to education incubator with new video Oct. 6, 2022 – Cane Bay Cares got its start in 2017 when entrepreneurs David Johnson and Kirk Chewning raised more than $1 million for...
Run or Donate to Support Lion Haven After-school Program for St. Croix Youth
July 11, 2022 — Cane Bay Cares is proud to support our community partner, Lion Haven, in their .1K Fun Run coming up on Saturday, July 16. The run is a fundraiser that’ll help the nonprofit secure the D.C. Canegata Ballpark where the team plans to offer engaging...
Cane Bay Cares Sponsors 2022 USVI Emancipation Day Fort-to-Fort ‘Walk to Freedom’
July 3, 2022 — Walking from Christiansted to Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands is no easy feat, but this USVI July 3rd tradition is more than a physical challenge — it’s a symbol of the resilience that led to freedom. The annual Emancipation Day...
Cane Bay Cares Celebrates National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month with Reinvented “Supermarket Sweep” for Preteens
June 19, 2022 – St. Croix preteens raced through the Market STX with steady resolve on Sunday for the chance to win cash prizes in a reinvented “Supermarket Sweep” hosted by Cane Bay Cares. The scavenger hunt was part of Cares’ first ever “Level Up with Fruits and...