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The Most HON. Percival Noel James Patterson, ON, PC, QC, OCC
Former Prime Minister
The Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) was established It is good cause for celebration that during 20 years of existence
in 1996 to provide funding for poor communities to improve JSIF has reflected a culture and history of efficiency in the
their environment, by the delivery of basic services and completion of infrastructure. The Fund has enabled many
infrastructure. Jamaicans to gain a livelihood, access basic services and
make a positive imprint on their lives in a fashion that promotes
Funds, sourced from international donor agencies, were to be accountability and transparency.
used in projects, which though small, impacted the root cause
of poverty and would pave the way for community development, The hallmark of integrity which the organization holds has
thereby helping to build a prosperous nation. ensured its longevity beyond the original concept, as our
international partners have recognized how resources have
During its earliest years, the plant has blossomed and grown been efficiently used to effect valuable change on the Jamaican
to now become a sturdy and thriving tree. JSIF serves as an landscape.
ideal model for reducing poverty within special communities in
the developing world because the beneficiaries have been fully As we build on the legacy of two decades, I wish JSIF continued
involved in prioritizing the choice of projects, in contributing success as, with the help of our faithful international partners,
to their successful execution and thereby feel a sense of it continues the mission to channel well needed funds to the
ownership in the development outcome. areas that will serve to improve the way of life of our fellow
Jamaicans.
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