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Behind a corporate façade driven by a hectic work schedule and frenzied entrepreneurial pursuits, John Jefferis is naturally altruistic, never failing to set aside a part of his time and resources to help out the less fortunate. Unknown to many, the highly esteemed hotelier is actually an active philanthropist.
All the way through his work life, Mr. Jefferis has been passionately supporting several charities in the territories wherein he operates. Back in 1983, he obtained sponsorship for the Bermuda Marathon Derby, successfully raising nearly $50,000 to cover for the expenses for the emergent brain surgery of a 10-year old Bermudan boy.
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He has also contributed for causes that greatly benefit the elderly. In 1998, he was able to raise over $30,000 for the Packwood Home, a skilled nursing home that provides long-term care for seniors who are chronically ill, have functional disability, and have limited potential. John Jefferis was able to accomplish this by arranging a sponsored cruise featuring Miss World contestants.
More recently, Mr. Jefferis has focused his philanthropy on cultural, livelihood, and educational endeavors. He has sponsored opera performances in Bermuda, bringing in several star singers from the United States. He has been an active backer of “Tourism Helps Everyone,” a registered charity. He has also supported a number of charitable causes with divergent thrusts, some of which include police youth clubs, education projects, and help for disadvantaged individuals.
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