- Dec 14, 2023
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Now a tradition, members of the resident Italian community in The Bahamas come together each year to donate their time and efforts at the International Culture, Wine and Food Festival (ICWFF). The 26th festival, held this past October at Fort Charlotte, was said to be a delight to attendees.
All proceeds from the Italy booth, each year, are donated to a worthy cause. This year, the team, led by the Honorary Consul General from Italy, Dr. Alberto Suighi, selected the Eleuthera Sailing Academy in Savannah Sound, Eleuthera as the beneficiary.
As an organization, the Eleuthera Sailing Academy supports the Bahamian national sport of sailing by teaching those in the community interested in learning to sail. The program currently has over 35 kids involved, with the most advanced training to represent The Bahamas both nationally and internationally.
During a special presentation at the academy in Savannah Sound, Dr. Suighi met with several young sailors and their coach. Head Coach Martin Marinque thanked the Italian community for their support, stating that the academy is in constant need of materials for repairs and maintenance as well as equipment like sails and boat parts.
Marinque expressed: “Italy is a great example of a country where sports play a huge role in the youth, and is right now the biggest country in youth sailing. We are confident that the community understands the benefits that sailing can bring to the youth of Eleuthera.”
Each year, all proceeds from the Italy booth at the ICWFF are donated to a worthy cause.