Wolmer's Alumni Association

The Wolmer’s Alumni Association, NY Chapter, is a dynamic Jamaican nonprofit supporting Wolmer’s School in Kingston. Founded in 1972 by Mrs. Eva Bradshaw, the group began with a small fundraising effort for a water fountain and grew into a nationwide alumni network committed to educational support.

Through events like luncheons, dances, and boat rides, the Association funds projects such as school buses, computers, scholarships, lab upgrades, and a new auditorium. It has also hosted student visitors for competitions and conventions, providing accommodations and local experiences.

The Lucille Neysmith Educational Fund, started with a $40,000 bequest, has helped students for over 50 years with tuition, books, and meals. The Association also supports U.S.-based causes, including the Negro College Fund and the Harlem Boys' Choir.

Reorganized in 2010 as a 501(c) nonprofit, the Association is part of the Union of Jamaican Alumni Associations and continues to play a key role in community and school development.

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Notable Wolmerians include:

• The late Hon. Gerald Groves, Consul-General for Jamaica

• The late Hon. Kay Baxter Collins, Consul-General for Jamaica

• His Excellency Courtenay Rattray, Permanent Representative to the Jamaican Mission to the UN.

• Lucille Dawes Neysmith

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​We take pride in our achievements and the dedicated members who’ve contributed their time and resources. As alumni of Jamaica's oldest and most prestigious school, we honor its legacy of producing influential individuals in academia, medicine, politics, the arts, and sports. We remain committed to ensuring future students receive the best educational opportunities through our continued support.

     The Association is governed by Board of Directors that is elected annually.  We meet on the last Friday of every month, excluding December, July and August.

 

President:                                            Vernon Steele

Vice President:                                    Yasmin Patterson

Secretary:                                            Cecile Blake

Assistant Secretary:                             Vivia Joseph

Treasurer:                                             Michael Gabbidon

Assistant Treasurer                              Daniel Lindsay

 

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