WIADCA Cares supports minority
business, youth and seniors
By Nelson A. King
Conceptualized by Trinidadian
Angela Sealy, chairperson
of the Brooklyn-based
West Indian American Day
Carnival Association (WIADCA),
with coordination efforts
led by board members, including
Michelle Gibbs-Francis,
WIADCA Cares, an extended
rapid response to COVID-19,
has been providing free hot
meals, sanitizers and face
masks to almost 4,000 of the
community’s most vulnerable
residents, seniors.
WIADCA said partners that
have supported are: Healthfirst,
Auntie Wendy’s Catering,
Caribbean Food Delights,
EmblemHealth, Tropical Paradise,
Jus’ Fishy, A Culinary
Conversation, Tower Isles,
Food Like Whoa!, Bedessee,
Sweet Reason, Angostura,
Chef Christopher DJ Bird,
Fresh Direct, Campaign
Against Hunger, Congresswoman
Yvette Clarke and
Assemblywoman Diana Richardson.
WIADCA said WIADCA
Cares also encompasses ice
cream from Island Pops,
vegan jerk chicken from
Natural Blend, recipe from
renowned Haitian-born Chef
Thia’s new book and Caribbean
Caribbean L 14 ife, August 14-20, 2020
fusion delicacies from
Savvy Bistro & Bar.
“Wanna sail on a plantain
codfish boat from Lips Café
or enjoy the catch of the day
at Jus’ Fishy? Then follow
Eat Caribbean NYC,” it said.
“This year we rolled out a historical
virtual presentation
highlighting our Caribbean
mixologists and culinary artisans
to also include Brooklyn
Perk Coffee, Island Burger,
BK9, Tilly’s and Savannah
Café.
“Our efforts have assisted
these small minority-owned
businesses in keeping staff
employed, increasing sales,
and providing visibility in
the wake of the pandemic,”
WIADCA Cares said. “Many
businesses still need this support.”
In addition, WIADCA Cares
said its educational programs
include year-round music,
arts, culture and technology
workshops for youth and seniors
citywide.
“These programs contribute
to enhanced mental
health and wellness, combat
isolation and promote healthy
socialization during extremely
challenging times,” it said.
“In the midst of COVID,
our economic impact remains
intact through ongoing entrepreneurial
opportunities,
local neighborhood support,
and contributing to city and
state budgets,” it added.
“We look forward to continuing
our service to the
community through outreach,
partnerships, door-todoor
(food & mask) deliveries
and distribution, and entertaining
experiences, as we all
work together to flatten the
curve,” WIADCA Cares continued.
Follow WIADCA Cares on
FB @BrooklynLaborDayCarnival
or IG @wiadca; call at
718-467-1797; or email wiadcainc@
gmail.com. Angela P. Sealy.
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