Team Jamaica Bickle has announced that distinguished philanthropist and co-founder Blane Stoddard will be honored at its upcoming Labor of Love Resilience Gala Luncheon on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Crest Hollow Country Club beginning at 12 noon.
Stoddard will also serve as guest speaker at the highly anticipated fundraising event, which will bring together supporters, community leaders and patrons in celebration of resilience, service and nation-building. This year’s patron is Sandra Brunson of the Second Round Foundation.
The luncheon will serve as the final fundraising push in support of Team Jamaica Bickle’s Annual Penn Relay Carnival activities scheduled for April 23–25, 2026, at Franklin Field in Philadelphia.
Stoddard, a driving force behind Team Jamaica Bickle’s work supporting Caribbean athletes, expressed gratitude for the recognition.
“I am humbled to be selected for the Team Jamaica Award for 2026. As long as I am able, I will continue to support and give back to good causes such as Team Jamaica Bickle. The names of the young people that we have worked with, including Veronica Campbell-Brown, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Usain Bolt, are proof of our successful model,” he said.
Organizers say the afternoon will feature a dynamic program, with entertainment provided by VP Records and Road International. The event will be hosted by emcees Leslyann Samuel and Miguel Melbourne.
Team Jamaica Bickle also acknowledged sponsors supporting the event, including BFW Property Group, Caribbean Food Delights, New York Life, Second Round Foundation, Sun Coast Beach Club, and Resorts World New York City.
Tickets for the Labor of Love Resilience Gala are now available, with organizers encouraging patrons to secure seats through the organization’s website. The event underscores Team Jamaica Bickle’s ongoing commitment to supporting Jamaican athletes and fostering excellence through community-driven initiatives.
Team Jamaica Bickle is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Jamaican and Caribbean athletes during international competitions by providing resources that contribute to their well-being and success.
