In the wake of Hurricane Beryl's devastating impact on St. Elizabeth, the Jamaican diaspora in the United States has stepped up to support local students as they prepare for the new school year. The Global Jamaica Diaspora Council (GJDC), in partnership with the Lorraine J. Smith Foundation and other Jamaican-run charities, organized a back-to-school fair on August 9 at the Black River Fire Station.

Under the theme "Restoring Hope, Rebuilding Futures," the event provided essential school supplies, book vouchers, and free health checks to families still struggling after the storm. Council representative Peter Gracey emphasized the importance of assisting children returning to school amid financial challenges faced by their parents.