MP Richard Lewis hosts 9th Annual Back-to-School Supplies Initiative

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MP Richard Lewis hosts 9th Annual Back-to-School Supplies Initiative
MP Richard Lewis hosts 9th Annual Back-to-School Supplies Initiative
St. John’s Rural West MP Richard Lewis (photo by Richard Lewis)

Member of Parliament for St. John’s Rural West, Richard Lewis, recently hosted a back to school supplies initiative, giving packages to over 700 students in his constituency. Supplies included backpacks, compositions books, writing utensils and many other items that schoolchildren would require.

The MP was grateful for the help he received to make this initiative possible, thanking family, friends, and donors for their contributions.

MP Richard Lewis hosts 9th Annual Back-to-School Supplies Initiative
photo by Richard Lewis

“I am grateful for the donations from my siblings: Stafford Lewis, Auckland Lewis, and Maria Sharon Martin. Thank you to Tenice & Allie Enterprise and others for their assistance. Thank you to those who helped to distribute the packages”, said Lewis.

MP Richard Lewis hosts 9th Annual Back-to-School Supplies Initiative
photo by Richard Lewis

This is the 9th year that the MP has delivered on such an initiative, as he remains grateful for the opportunity to give back to his community, especially those that are in need. He also underscored the importance of education when it comes to nation building and future social prosperity.

“The education of our children is critical to the development of our nation. I am happy to play my part in ensuring that our children have the essential supplies for a successful academic year”, stated Lewis.

MP Richard Lewis hosts 9th Annual Back-to-School Supplies Initiative
photo by Richard Lewis

“Where there is a will, there is a way. I am driven by love and determination.”

This story was first published by Antigua News on September 12, 2025: antigua.news/2025/09/12/mp-richard-lewis-hosts-9th-annual-back-to-school-supplies-initiative. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Orville Charles grew up in Potters Village, Antigua. After graduating from the University of Baltimore with a degree in Digital Communication, he spent years in the Social Work field, serving vulnerable populations and doing community outreach. He is an avid student of History, with many years of freelance experience in Multimedia.

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Comments (8)

  • Victor September 12, 2025, 11:45 AM

    Beautiful.We need more acts like this in the Caribbean,spread the lovee
    Reply
    • Anonymous September 12, 2025, 12:17 PM

      So true wish all constituency members would do that
      Reply
    • Ratio September 12, 2025, 2:41 PM

      So what about the children in Golden Grove New extensión. They don’t go to school?
      Reply
  • Reina September 12, 2025, 12:17 PM

    It should have a heart like Mr Lewis in all constituencies
    Reply
  • Sheldon September 12, 2025, 12:21 PM

    Living proof of there being good people in this world,society make the wrong people rich so many can do more than that but use their money for evil and power
    Reply
  • Janice September 12, 2025, 1:17 PM

    Good move..we know u love ir people
    Reply
  • Juju Bee September 12, 2025, 7:24 PM

    Great initiative
    Reply
  • Informed citizen September 12, 2025, 10:49 PM

    The children definitely need this kind of support, especially in these tough times.
    Reply

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