Freeport, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas, August 25, 2023 – Education is the key to a brighter future. Colina teamed up with Reach out Youth Organization on a back-to-school giveaway to spread love in Grand Bahama and ensure every child starts the school year with confidence. The team purchased and distributed school supplies, back packs, snacks and uniforms.

“Some residents in Grand Bahama are still hurting and [had] difficulty getting their children ready for the new school year,” said Dudley Seide, President, Reach Out Youth Organization. “Our organization with the help of partners like Colina, stepped in to assist as many families and children as we could get the necessary supplies for school.”

“Kudos to the Reach Out Youth Organization for spearheading this initiative,” said Maxine V. Seymour, Director, Corporate Communications, Colina. “At Colina, we are committed to youth education and development in The Commonwealth.”

“Grand Bahama is still on the rebound, so when Mr. Seide reached out to Colina for support, I knew that we had to assist kids in need get ready for school,” said Sandradee, Manager, Colina, Freeport Branch. “Seeing the smiles on the kids’ faces as they received their back-to-school packages was priceless.”

The event was held on Friday, August 25.

About Reach Out Grand Bahama

Reach Out Grand Bahama is a non-profit organization geared towards positively impacting the lives of the underprivileged youth of Grand Bahama. Having grown up with many of the same challenges faced by the young people we serve; Dudley was inspired to make a difference and give back to the community. In 2007, with Katie, his wife of 13 years, Reach Out Grand Bahama was born. At Reach Out young people of Grand Bahama are offered a variety of programs, events, and activities that encourage, engage, and keep them involved and working to reach their full potential. Reach Out has grown and now serves the entire community: Helping wherever the need arises: Disaster relief and Pandemic assistance.

About Colina Insurance Limited (Colina)

Colina is a diversified financial services company, offering comprehensive life and health insurance solutions. Colina is wholly-owned by Colina Holdings Bahamas Limited (CHBL). CHBL is a Bahamian Company, built on a firm foundation of trust, integrity and responsibility. Colina has evolved over the past century to become The Bahamas’ largest life and health insurer, with a solid reputation for providing insurance and related financial services products that help clients prepare for life’s unexpected events.