WalkGood LA and Etienne Maurice Lead Relief Efforts for Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa
🌍 WalkGood LA and Etienne Maurice Lead the Charge for Jamaica Relief Efforts
Written by Alistiar Drummond | Nicolandria News
✊🏾 About WalkGood LA and Its Founder
WalkGood LA was founded by Etienne Maurice, a filmmaker, activist, and wellness leader — and the proud son of Emmy Award–winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph.
Born from the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020 and the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Etienne started organizing moments of breathwork, yoga, and meditation before community protests in Los Angeles. What began as a few moments of peace grew into a transformational movement promoting unity, healing, and empowerment.
Today, WalkGood LA stands as a family-led community wellness organization, offering yoga classes, hikes, run clubs, and healing circles across Los Angeles. With support from Propel Fitness Water and Michael B. Jordan, Etienne and his team established The WalkGood Yard, a creative wellness studio in L.A. that symbolizes hope, healing, and community.
Now, that same compassion extends across the Caribbean — to help rebuild Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
🇯🇲 Where to Donate: Verified Relief Efforts Supporting Jamaica
When Hurricane Melissa swept through Jamaica, it left widespread damage across homes and communities. Families lost roofs, belongings, and access to essential resources. Thankfully, several trusted organizations — led by Jamaicans at home and abroad — are working tirelessly to restore hope and stability.
Below are verified donation links to trusted efforts helping rebuild the island.
1. WalkGood Jamaica Relief Fund
Organized by WalkGood LA, the WalkGood Jamaica Relief Fund provides emergency aid to families in Jamaica recovering from Hurricane Melissa. Donations go directly toward food, housing materials, and on-the-ground recovery assistance.
📲 You can also text WALKGOODJAMAICA to 53-555 to contribute instantly.
2. Support Jamaica
A centralized hub connecting donors to verified fundraisers, volunteer groups, and local partnerships providing hurricane recovery aid.
👉 Visit bio.site/walkgoodjamaica
3. American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ)
A nonprofit dedicated to Jamaica’s long-term development in education, healthcare, and disaster relief. Their Disaster Relief Fund is supporting affected families and rebuilding communities.
4. Direct Relief
An international organization delivering medical supplies and emergency care to clinics and hospitals across Jamaica impacted by the storm.
5. Global Empowerment Mission (GEM)
GEM works with local organizations to distribute emergency supplies, rebuild homes, and provide essential resources to displaced residents.
6. International Medical Corps
Deploying medical teams and mental health support to disaster zones, helping affected families recover physically and emotionally.
👉 Support International Medical Corps
7. Food For The Poor Jamaica
A longstanding charity providing food, shelter, and clean water to those hit hardest by Hurricane Melissa.
8. Mercy Corps
Operating globally, Mercy Corps supports communities in recovery and resilience through food access, rebuilding programs, and emergency grants.
💬 Final Thoughts from Nicolandria News
Through every challenge, the heart of Jamaica continues to beat strong — powered by unity, faith, and love.
Etienne Maurice and WalkGood LA are proving that when we “walk good,” we can change lives far beyond our borders. Whether you give, share, or simply spread awareness, you’re helping bring hope to those who need it most.
From the Nicolandria Nation to the world:
Let’s walk good, love strong, and rebuild Jamaica together. 🇯🇲💛💚🖤
Sources: WalkGood LA, Givebutter, AFJ, Direct Relief, GEM, International Medical Corps, Food For The Poor Jamaica, Mercy Corps
Written by: Alistiar Drummond — Nicolandria News
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