Equip Barbuda's Fishers - Protect, Save Lives!

Project Report: Equip Barbuda's Fishers – Protect, Save Lives!
Submitted by: BarbudanGO Inc.
Campaign Goal: USD $11,620
Total Raised: USD $2,064

Overview:
The Equip Barbuda's Fishers – Protect, Save Lives! campaign was launched to raise critical funds to provide GPS equipment for licensed fishing vessels operating from Barbuda. This project responds to the urgent need for safety and protection of our small island’s fishers, many of whom navigate long distances in open waters without reliable tracking tools. Our goal is to strengthen safety-at-sea protocols, preserve lives, and secure livelihoods in this remote fishing-dependent community.

Campaign Performance:

• Total Raised on GlobalGiving: $2,064

• Campaign Goal: $11,620

• A portion of donations were received after the official campaign window closed, highlighting the continued community interest and donor commitment.

• These funds are now being merged with other community-based fundraising efforts, ensuring greater impact and resource efficiency.

Next Steps:

BarbudanGO is proud to announce a major milestone in our mission to enhance fisher safety and marine stewardship in Barbuda. Thanks to the generous contributions from our GlobalGiving campaign and wider community support, we will be able to purchase the first batch of 30 VHF radios and 11 GPS units for Barbuda’s fishing fleet.

Of these, 19 VHF radios will be made possible through the direct funding raised on the GlobalGiving campaign — a testament to the power of collective action and belief in safer, more sustainable livelihoods for our fishers. This marks a transformational first step in our broader initiative to equip all 30 licensed and registered fishing vessels under the Barbuda Fisheries Department with the tools needed to stay connected, navigate safely, and reduce risks at sea.

But we’re not done yet.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to seeing every vessel outfitted and every fisher empowered. Our campaign continues, and with your help, we can cross the finish line. Every share, every donation, every voice helps protect lives and secure a future for Barbuda’s fishing families.

Join us. Let’s make the ocean safer—together.

Community Commitment:
The community of Barbuda has demonstrated overwhelming support for this initiative. Recognizing that the sea is not only a source of food but also of cultural identity and economic stability, residents are rallying to ensure fishers are safe, families are supported, and the local fishing economy is sustained.

We thank all donors for their generosity so far and encourage continued support as we work together to protect lives and livelihoods in Barbuda.

With gratitude,
The BarbudanGO Team