Ex-Local Anchor Joins Non-Profit

Since 1988, a national nonprofit with local ties has been facilitating humanitarian projects in Jamaica. Former KXLY television news anchor Lucinda Kay (pictured) said, “I was born into Great Shape; my mother and two aunties are the founders.” She said the organization got its distinctive moniker because one of the founders had planned to open a gym bearing that name. However, when Hurricane Gilbert devastated the island, gym plans were scrapped and the budding nonprofit became Great Shape! Inc. While traveling, Kay’s mother, Georgene Crowe, had fallen in love with Jamaica and its warm and gracious people. When she saw news reports about the horrific impact of Hurricane Gilbert she felt compelled to help/ Cindy Hval , Washington Voices. More here .

Question: Have you ever traveled as part of a humanitarian aid group? Would you like to?