Jamaica National Money Services creates a massive half million dollar scholarship program for farm worker families. The company targets children whose parents work seasonal jobs in Canada through the government agriculture program. Six lucky students will grab cash prizes worth up to $125,000 for college education. Primary school kids can win $50,000 while high school students compete for $75,000 awards.
Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior loves the partnership between JN and the overseas worker program. He says farm workers miss birthdays and graduations while earning money abroad for their families. The government signed a deal with JN Money Services Canada last July to help Jamaican workers get better support. Charles calls these seasonal workers nation builders who deserve recognition for their sacrifices.
JN Money Services boss Horace Hines believes education changes lives for entire generations. The company plans to expand the program to farm workers in America soon. Students need parents who worked at least three years in Canada and used JN services for two years. Kids must keep B grades or better and avoid getting other JN scholarships recently.
Parents can apply at any JN office in Canada or through mobile service units. The application forms ask simple questions about student names and grade levels. Winners get their money before September school starts. JN wants to plant seeds that grow future success for worker families across the Caribbean.
Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Junior loves the partnership between JN and the overseas worker program. He says farm workers miss birthdays and graduations while earning money abroad for their families. The government signed a deal with JN Money Services Canada last July to help Jamaican workers get better support. Charles calls these seasonal workers nation builders who deserve recognition for their sacrifices.
JN Money Services boss Horace Hines believes education changes lives for entire generations. The company plans to expand the program to farm workers in America soon. Students need parents who worked at least three years in Canada and used JN services for two years. Kids must keep B grades or better and avoid getting other JN scholarships recently.
Parents can apply at any JN office in Canada or through mobile service units. The application forms ask simple questions about student names and grade levels. Winners get their money before September school starts. JN wants to plant seeds that grow future success for worker families across the Caribbean.
