Mikiesha Flash, a resident of Reapers Road in Maverley, Jamaica, decided to mark her 34th birthday on October 17, 2025, in a truly extraordinary way. Instead of the usual parties or exotic vacations, Flash chose to give back to her community by feeding 340 homeless individuals in downtown Kingston. Her initiative, supported by a team of friends and led by an executive chef, took place at the Marie Atkins Night Shelter on Hanover Street. The group prepared and distributed a variety of meals to shelter residents and other homeless people in the area. Overwhelmed with emotion, Flash described the experience as ‘indescribable,’ emphasizing the joy she felt in helping others without expecting anything in return. She encouraged more people to join such efforts, stating, ‘If you can give back, no matter how small, it will surely be appreciated.’ Flash also endorsed the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation’s (KSAMC) call for coordinated feeding programs to better assist the homeless. Donna-Gaye Brady, acting inspector of the poor at KSAMC, praised Flash and her team for their generosity, noting that such initiatives alleviate the strain on the Poor Relief Department. Flash vowed that this would not be her last act of kindness, pledging to continue supporting those in need.
