Dear Members,
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, the strongest Category 5 storm ever recorded in the Atlantic Basin, several of our Caribbean neighbours — Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Bahamas — have endured immense devastation, with tragic loss of life, widespread displacement, and destruction of livelihoods.
The Antigua Yacht Club stands in full solidarity with these affected nations. As part of our continuing commitment to regional compassion and cooperation, AYC is supporting and encouraging humanitarian relief efforts to bring comfort and assistance where it is most needed.
The support of this initiative underscores our shared humanity and our recognition that as the Yachting Community, we rise together in times of adversity. Let us continue to be a source of hope, generosity, and resilience for our neighbours.
With appreciation and solidarity,
Dr. Clarence E. Pilgrim
Commodore
Antigua Yacht Club