Tomorrow is Built on Today's Foundation

Our Pillars

We’ve identified key pillars that bolster our endeavours and keep our efforts focused. The Barita Education Foundation has evolved to become the Barita Foundation. Nevertheless, education- and all the access and opportunities it can bring- remains one of our core objectives. We recognise that education has evolved, along with what is required to safeguard its success, and are working to support learning across a changing educational landscape.

Education & Youth Development

Creating equity in access, resources and mobility in order to contribute meaningfully to the growth and diversification of Jamaica’s education.

Leading the charge in creating dynamic opportunities for young people to gain and grow through financial literacy.

Entrepreneurship

Revolutionizing views on investments and creating wealth.

Creating opportunities for small enterprise development and expansion.

Health & Wellbeing

Promoting a wholistic approach to financial literacy that connects education, access to financial tools and a healthy state of mind.

Supporting causes that promote active, healthy lifestyles, while curating spaces for mental well-being.

Donations through Charitable Giving.

 

Our Story

The Barita Foundation has always had youth development at its heart.

Our Foundation began to take shape shortly after the Friends of St. Martin de Porres started an intervention programme at the St. Martin de Porres Primary School in Gordon Town. Finding sustainable ways to strengthen and support the school body was a hallmark of their efforts. When the Barita Education Foundation assumed responsibility for the programme in 2004, it built its platforms on the same ideals: young people deserved every opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. As academic requirements have evolved, so have the Foundation’s strategies.

We’ve expanded our reach to include more schools and more students, and we’ve broadened our focus to include financial literacy and youth development. We’re proud of the work we’ve done, and we’re excited about the work we have yet to do.

 

The Foundation’s Impact
on Early Childhood Education

31+

schools in vulnerable communities introduced to the programme

4000+

students exposed to literacy & numeracy principles

184

teachers completed training in core subject areas

1128

parents and guardians engaged and involvedwith the programme

Our Work

National Tree Planting Competition

Education takes many forms, we believe that our nation’s youth should be able to learn through diverse avenues. It is...

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Supporting Early Childhood Learning

The Barita Foundation partnered with the Wilbert Stewart Basic School for the second staging of their Spelling Bee Competition by...

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Di Cawna Library & Read Across Jamaica Day

Di Cawna Library, in Providence Heights, St. James was launched right in time for Barita Foundation’s Read Across Jamaica Day...

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Staff Wishing Tree Competition

Annually in December, the Barita Foundation engages the Barita team through its Staff Wishing Tree Competition. The competition invites staff...

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More Than a Mission:
A Mandate

Building the future is the bedrock of Barita’s vision. That means more than wealth.

It means education, opportunity and access to the resources that make it all possible. Barita Foundation is about bringing that vision to Jamaica's youth.

We’re here to equip tomorrow’s leaders with what it takes to shape the future they deserve. With our focus on education and financial literacy, we’re here to help democratise opportunities and wealth. We’re creating a Jamaica built on confident, empowered youth.

Tomorrow’s progress is in good hands.
We’re doing our part to make sure of that.

MEET THE BOARD

FAQs

How many scholarships do you offer?

5 scholarships total, one of which is for staff members only.

  • 1 for primary level (PEP)
  • 1 for secondary level (CSEC/CAPE)
  • 3 for tertiary level: 
    • Tertiary for clients/children of clients 18-29 yrs
    • Tertiary for staff
    • Tertiary with a specialty in early childhood education 
    • Paul Simpson Scholarship

Do you have any scholarships for people pursuing a Masters’ or PhD?

No.

What are the main criteria for the PEP scholarship?

  • only applicable to children of Cornerstone/Barita/JNFM clients or staff 
  • for students who are about to complete Grade 6 and sat the 2025/26 PEP exam

What are the main criteria for the CSEC/CAPE scholarship?

  • for students who will sit CSEC or CAPE during the upcoming 2026/27 academic year
  • CSEC – be on track to sit at least eight CSEC subjects including Principles of Business (POB) and/or Principles of Accounts (POA)
  • CAPE – be on track to sit at least four CAPE subjects including a minimum of two of the following subjects: Applied/Integrated/Pure Math, Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Services Studies, and/or Management of Business

What are the main criteria for the Tertiary scholarship for clients/children of clients?

  • only applicable to Cornerstone/Barita/JNFM clients or children of clients 18-29 years of age (birthday by August 1996)
  • for first degrees only

What are the main criteria for the Early Childhood Education scholarship?

  • Only applicable to people pursuing a degree in early childhood education
  • For first degrees only

What are the main criteria for the Staff scholarship?

  • Only applicable to full-time staff members employed for at least one year
  • First degrees, master’s degrees and tertiary level short courses located in Jamaica

How do I apply?

What is the value of each scholarship?

  • PEP – up to $50k
  • CSEC/CAPE – up to $75k
  • Tertiary – up to $350k
  • Early Childhood Education – up to $450k
  • Staff – up to $150k

When does the application period open?

Thursday, May 28, 2026

When does the application period close?

Friday, July 10, 2026

When will I hear if I’ve been shortlisted for the scholarship?

If you haven’t been contacted by July 31st then you can assume that you haven’t been shortlisted.

Do I need to reapply for PEP Scholarship?

The PEP Scholarship is applicable for the first year of high school only. We invite you to apply again at CSEC/CAPE.

I received a Tertiary/ECE scholarship last year, can/should I reapply?

Yes, current scholars can and should reapply if still interested in obtaining a scholarship.

Can I submit applications for more than one child or for myself and my child?

Yes, multiply applications can be submitted but there is no guarantee that all people will be successful in receiving a scholarship.

Can I submit an application on behalf of a ward/relative who is not my child?

Yes, you can submit on behalf of a family member if you can provide proof that you are financially responsible for said relative.

Our Partners

Get Involved.

We’re looking forward to partnering with you, answering your questions or finding new ways to work together to support Jamaican youth and the future we envision.

Reach out via email at foundation@barita.com
Or call us at (876) 926-2681

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