A Message From His Excellency the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen ON, GCMG, CD

The wellbeing of people goes beyond the scope of material and physical structures. It includes intangibles such as care, love, service and sympathy towards others, and this, merged with the physical provisions, determines overall wellness.

Since 2005, the Issa Trust, under the auspices of Couples Resort, has been helping to provide health care and education for children and young adults in rural Jamaica. The focus on these two areas is important as they are critical to the development and prosperity in our country.

Your selfless service and volunteerism has helped to change the lives of many children and adolescents, who have experienced improved reading and writing skills. The access to much-needed medical services will enable many more persons to enjoy healthy, happier and more productive lives.

The Issa Foundation is a shining example of the positive results which come from acknowledging and effecting corporate responsibility in a practical way. I congratulate you and your local and international partners, for the work which you continue to do. Your efforts are a true depiction of selfless love and service to others.

Patrick L. Allen
Governor General