The CIBC Caribbean Regional Unsung Heroes Awards Ceremony, held at Harrison’s Cave on Saturday night, celebrated three remarkable women for their profound yet often overlooked contributions to their communities. After a decade-long hiatus, the program was revived this year, spotlighting individuals whose acts of kindness and service exemplify the essence of Caribbean humanity. A distinguished regional panel, led by Senator Francis Lewis of Trinidad and Tobago, selected the winners from a pool of deserving nominees. Lucinda Smith from the British Virgin Islands emerged as the overall winner, recognized for her decades-long dedication to providing food, particularly for the terminally ill. Described as a ‘woman with a big heart,’ Smith’s philosophy of sharing what little one has has transformed countless lives, earning her the top prize of US$5,000. Venetta Zakers of St Kitts and Nevis, the second-place winner, received US$3,000 for her empowering initiatives, including youth mentorship and the Entrepreneurship Behind Bars program, which equips female inmates with business skills for life after prison. Joshuanette Francis of Antigua and Barbuda, the second runner-up, was awarded US$2,500 for her advocacy work through Good Humans 268, focusing on disability awareness, climate justice, and youth empowerment. Olivia Burnett, associate counsel of CIBC Caribbean, praised the winners and all nominees for their selflessness and service, emphasizing the foundation’s commitment to community transformation. Since its inception, the CIBC Caribbean ComTrust Foundation has invested over US$32 million in projects promoting health, education, and environmental sustainability across the Caribbean.