The third annual Seaview Gardens Community Assistance Project, set for March 29, will feature headline performances from dancehall luminaries Blakkman, Dexta Daps, and Bounty Killer. This benefit concert transcends conventional entertainment by integrating education, service, and collective responsibility into its core mission.
Emerging artist Blakkman conceived the initiative as an annual platform where music serves dual purposes: entertainment and community elevation. The event specifically targets Seaview Gardens, an inner-city community renowned as the breeding ground for iconic artists including Shabba Ranks and the Scare Dem Crew.
“When I presented the concept to Bounty Killer and Dexta Daps, their support was immediate and unwavering. Their endorsement catalyzed participation from numerous other artists,” Blakkman revealed.
The 2026 edition marks the project’s most ambitious undertaking yet, with over 40 artists collectively waiving appearance fees to prioritize community impact over personal profit. This demonstration of unity transforms the concert from a mere event into a purpose-driven movement.
Since its inception, the initiative has distributed scholarships, direct cash assistance, and in-kind support to Seaview Gardens residents, emphasizing tangible outcomes rather than symbolic gestures. Past events have seen voluntary participation from major artists including Beenie Man, Tommy Lee Sparta, and I-Wayne.
The project gains organizational strength through partnership with Let Us S.O.A.R (Serve Others, Achieve Reciprocity), an organization supporting artist-led humanitarian efforts. Founder Sherone White is spearheading expanded corporate engagement efforts with local and international businesses.
“Blakkman has established more than a concert; he’s created a sustainable commitment to his community. Our mission is to transform that commitment into enduring scholarships, resources, and opportunities,” White stated.
International educator Alexis C Graves contributes an educational framework for student development, while Jim Parker handles on-the-ground coordination in Jamaica. The initiative welcomes diverse support forms including sponsorships, equipment, services, and manpower.
White concluded: “We’re dedicated to making this year’s event an unprecedented success to elevate Seaview Gardens and its residents through structured, accountable long-term planning.”