In a significant boost to financial education initiatives, the Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank (ECAB) delivered over 70 educational books to Urlings Primary School on January 7, 2026. This contribution forms part of the bank’s ongoing mission to enhance economic understanding among youth throughout the Eastern Caribbean region.
The donation featured 73 copies of the acclaimed children’s publication ‘Aunty Honey’s Money: Introducing Children to Money Featuring the Eastern Caribbean Currency’ authored by Antiguan writer S. Latoya Weste. This creatively designed work transforms complex financial principles into accessible content suitable for elementary school readers, using relatable narratives and regional currency examples.
ECAB representatives emphasized the critical importance of early financial education during the presentation ceremony. ‘Establishing financial literacy foundations during childhood creates essential safeguards against future economic challenges,’ a bank spokesperson noted. ‘We believe proactive education represents the most effective strategy for developing financially responsible citizens.’
School faculty members Rashelle Aaron-Clarke and Lashawn Williams-Francis, both second-grade instructors, accepted the educational materials on behalf of Urlings Primary. They unanimously praised ECAB’s commitment to educational development, noting the donation’s dual benefit of supporting both financial education and regional literary talent.
The books will be distributed to students across multiple educational levels, encompassing kindergarten through fourth grade classrooms. This initiative not only provides valuable learning resources but also demonstrates effective collaboration between financial institutions and educational establishments to address community development needs.