Highlighting Humanitarian, Debbie Hamilton by Peri Hayes
Lifelong volunteer, Debbie Hamilton, strives to spread the word about the positive change that can be created by lending a helping hand to the people of St. Thomas. Debbie often ponders what she can contribute, emphasizing that, “The poverty in our community is heartbreaking.” Through supplying groceries for local civilians, as well as clothing, coffee tabs for students and more, Debbie articulates, “I have always done little things within the community.” As a landlord who proudly has not raised her rental rates in 12 years, cleaning support is an example of the resources which Debbie provides. She shares the inspiring story of a tenant who has consequently transitioned out of isolation and has secured work. Debbie proceeds to describe the ways in which she and others have assisted a mother and son: “As a village, we come together to make change. For example, their bedroom furniture was heavily discounted and the person who delivered their living room furniture stayed to set up their bedroom furniture.” Moreover, discounted flooring for her tenants is one example which Debbie details as effectively advancing the ripple effect. Presently, Debbie is the owner of multiple buildings with a number of tenants: “For every single one of them, I ensure that I make it affordable for them to live.” Debbie enjoys guiding her tenants through the renting process, furthering her support through transportation to appointments, stocking their fridges at home and so forth.
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