The University of the West Indies Development and Endowment Fund (the UWI Fund) in collaboration with the National Center for Black Philanthropy Incorporated (Washington D.C., USA) will host the Caribbean Conference on Philanthropy, on September 26-29, 2004 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston. The theme of the conference is “The Relevance of Philanthropy in Developing Nations.” This four-day conference will underscore the value of philanthropy to the growth and development of the Caribbean region.

The speakers, presenters and participants will comprise the leadership and decision making individuals in the corporate, non-government and government sectors represented throughout the Caribbean region, the United States of America, Canada and United Kingdom. Over the four days of the conference participants will initiate discussions on a wide range of topics in plenary and workshop sessions. These topics will focus on incentives for philanthropic activities in the region, support to professionals in the industry and the role of philanthropic initiatives as tools to positively impact Caribbean Development.

The conference registration fee is US$ 200. 00 dollars and it is open to the public. For further information contact the UWI Development and Endowment Fund at 876-977-6757, email Nicole Sharpe at nicole.sharpe@uwimona.edu.jm, Don Dobson at don.dobson@uwimona.edu.jm or visit the conference website at www.caribphilanthropy.org.jm