PRESS RELEASE Cheque Donation from Massy Stores SLU to St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension Association (SLDHA) for Diabetes Awareness Month

Massy Stores Ltd Presents $16,300 to the St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension  Association

Castries, St. Lucia – On Monday, February 17, 2025, a generous cheque for $16,300 was presented to
the St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension Association (SLDHA) at their office, continuing Massy Stores Ltd.'s long-standing
commitment to supporting the fight against diabetes in St. Lucia.

The cheque was handed over by Ms Kittel Raphael-Dubois, Marketing and Corporate Communications
Officer at Massy Stores Ltd., to Mr. Tedburt Theobalds, Vice President of the SLDHA Board. The funds
include $8,000, which represents a portion of Massy’s annual contribution to the Association, along with
$8,300 raised from Massy’s clients across their various outlets throughout the month of November, which
is recognized as Diabetes Awareness Month.

Ms Raphael-Dubois expressed her satisfaction with the ongoing partnership and said, “We are proud to be
a long-time supporter of the St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension Association, and we look forward to an even more
significant contribution next time around. These funds are crucial for the Association’s mission, and it’s
our pleasure to help make a difference in the lives of those affected by diabetes.”

The funds will play a key role in supporting the SLDHA’s critical services to individuals living with
diabetes across the island. Currently, over 20% of St. Lucia’s adult population is affected by diabetes,
with the prevalence steadily rising each year. The contributions from Massy and its clients are vital in
providing education, health screenings, and support services to manage the disease, which remains one of
the leading causes of death in the country.

In this regard, organizations like the SLDHA rely heavily on the generosity of sponsors like Massy to
achieve their goals and continue their important work. “Non-profit organizations like the SLDHA make a
huge difference in the community, and we are grateful to partners like Massy Stores for their unwavering
support,” said Mr. Theobalds.

The St. Lucia Diabetes and Hypertension Association recently hosted a thank you cocktail in November 2024, recognizing
all their sponsors and prospective supporters, which was very well received. The event served as a
reminder of the collective efforts needed to tackle the growing diabetes crisis in the region.
As St. Lucia continues to face significant health challenges due to diabetes, the continued partnership
with such sponsors ensures that vital services remain accessible to those who need them most.
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Contact:

Mr Tedburt Theobalds - Vice President, SLDHA, Tel 7181538