Cares Updates

“Two, six, heave!” It is the kind of call that has long echoed across sailing vessels as crews work together to raise the sails. Recently, students from Operation Inspire had the opportunity to experience that spirit of teamwork when they stepped aboard the schooner Denis Sullivan for a hands-on maritime learning experience. Fifty-five OI students, the educational…

Since 2020, Cane Bay Partners, through our philanthropic arm Cane Bay Cares, has proudly supported the St. Croix District Spelling Bee. Each year, the event brings together students, families, coaches, and educators in celebration of academic achievement.  On Feb. 19, we continued that commitment as a sponsor of the 2026 competition, held at the St. Croix…

In 2025, Cane Bay Partners, together with our philanthropic arm Cane Bay Cares, invested more than $200,000 to support over 70 organizations and community initiatives across the U.S. Virgin Islands. These investments were intentional.  We believe that strong communities and strong workforces are built over time. And that belief is what guides how we give and where we invest, with a long-term focus on…

This summer, Operation Inspire expanded its reach with a month-long robotics program at Claude O. Markoe Elementary School. Sponsored by our philanthropic arm Cane Bay Cares, the camp introduced 52 students in grades 3 through 6 to hands-on coding, teamwork challenges, and real-world problem-solving through robotics. Students competed in team-based challenges, explored programming using Blockly,…

As we conclude our blog series on the diverse afterschool programs offered by Cane Bay Cares’ Operation Inspire, we’re thrilled to spotlight “Island Herbal Meds”, one of the nine incredible offerings in this year’s lineup. This hands-on, nature-focused program introduces students to the rich tradition of natural remedies rooted in Caribbean culture and is being offered to 5th and…

This eighth installment in our blog series on Cane Bay Cares’ Operation Inspire afterschool programs highlights “The Art of Persuasion,” a program developed specifically for 6th-8th graders. This program is offered at Eulalie R. Rivera PreK-8 School and is designed to enhance communication skills, foster critical thinking and build confidence. By teaching students this art, we equip them with a…