The Windalco Sports Complex in Ewarton resonated with joyous laughter and festive music on December 20 as the Pocket Rocket Foundation launched its annual Christmas outreach program. The community event brought holiday cheer to local children and families through an afternoon of entertainment, interactive games, refreshments, and gift distributions.
Track legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, founder and chairwoman of the foundation, emphasized the significance of this year’s event following particularly challenging times for Jamaica’s youth. “It has been a difficult year for many of our nation’s children,” Fraser-Pryce stated. “This was our way of showing up as the Pocket Rocket Foundation and ensuring they had a memorable holiday season. We host these treats simply to put smiles on the children’s faces.”
The successful execution of the Christmas treat was facilitated through collaborative partnerships with several corporate sponsors, including Nike, Grace Foods, Digicel, Excelsior, Popeyes, Ondre’s Auto Sales, Sanmerna Paper Products, and Toyota Jamaica.
This year marked the fifth anniversary of the Ewarton celebration, which served as the inaugural event in the foundation’s dual-location holiday initiative. The foundation will continue its Christmas outreach with a second treat scheduled for Boxing Day (December 26) on Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Drive in Waterhouse, Kingston—an event that celebrates its 18th consecutive year.
The Pocket Rocket Foundation maintains its commitment to youth development through sports, educational programs, and community-based initiatives. These annual Christmas events represent a cornerstone of the organization’s ongoing efforts to create positive experiences and foster holiday spirit among children across Jamaica.