A Reminder to Come Back Home to Jamaica | Her Story

Jamaican pride is alive and well. Simone Brown is a living breathing example of what it is to be Jamaican and to represent Jamaica in the best ways possible. Simone has an interesting story and background being born in Toronto then being raised in Jamaica then moving back to Toronto for University. Our sit-down explores the journey of Simone’s relationship with her own Jamaican identity which eventually compelled her to start the Jamaican non-profit organization 876 Volunteer
Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:52 Simone’s Background
5:07 What Does it Really mean to be Jamaican?
8:44 Being More Appreciated as a Jamaican Outside of Jamaica
12:09 876 Volunteer: The Concept
17:16 Finding Jamaican Charities to Work With
21:24 Managing a Jamaican Nonprofit in Cananda
24:15 Jamaican Nonprofits 876 Volunteer Works With
34:53 Moving to Jamaica
40:43 Contact Information
42:06 Throp Channel Subscribers
Simone’s and 876 Volunteer Contact:
IG: 876voluntee...
www.876volunteer.org/themission
Donate: swiftgiftjamaica.com/donate/
Phone: [phone]
[e-mail]
Charity Links
1. Negril Education Environment Trust (NEET)
- www.neetja.com
- FB: search/top/?...
2. The Angelic Ladies
- / theangelicladies
3. Girls first JA
- www.wearegirlsfirst.com/?fbcl...
- / girlsfirst
4. Ebonezer Rehad Center
- / ebenezer-home-for-the-...
- ebenezerjamaica.com
5. Montego Bay Animal Have
- www.montegobayanimalhaven.com
- / montegobayanimalhaven
6. Sophie’s Place
- www.kingstonarchdiocese.org/m...
7. Street People Liberation
- / streetpeopleliberation
- streetpeopl...
My Socials & Contact
IG: @throp
FB: @throplife
Twitter: @throplife
Email: [e-mail]

[@chelseaclinton2927]

I'm so proud of this very articulate young lady,and how she embraces her culture, unlike many of us who are in the diaspora,who are ashame of who we are and where we are from,but as for me I will always be a proud Jamaican.Thanks Throp for an excellent interview.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@aleatheaellis7322]

⁸7⁷8

[@gennisparry4352]

Me too!

[@giniolamy]

MOST Jamaicans are proud people that I know

[@chelseaclinton2927]

Thank you Simone for giving back to your country.You are an inspiration to many and also debunking the myth that nothing good is happening in Jamaica.Throp,you're a breath of fresh air,and a blessing to Jamaica.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you Chelsea. I am pretty passionate about balancing the negative narratives about Jamaica that go viral.

[@janice911]

I am a Jamaican living in Canada and love the work of what Simone is doing...I have a drive for this type of charity and hope to play a part one day.

[@thebennettfamily5739]

I can’t wait to return home permanently, am enjoying your content 🇯🇲🌎🤩🙏🏾

[@Throp]

Thank you so much!

[@thebennettfamily5739]

@@Throp your welcome 🤗

[@SuperFoodParents]

Simone is working magic in the social media space✨️ 🎩 Changing philanthropy and the impact of sustainable giving

[@Throp]

She is doing some really amazing work for Jamaica

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you for saying this. We are working hard to make an impact.

[@altonberry7797]

Anyone who wants to return Jamaica 🇯🇲 to live, you can do it, if you choose to. I live in Metro Toronto for 48 years work had children, I visit Jamaica yearly to stay in touch with my culture. My husband and I planned that when we retire at 60 we will return home guess what guys we did it March 2022 I'm now here way up in the hill with lots to do preparing a sustainable life.

[@876volunteer2]

Welcome home Alton! and thanks for watching :)

[@altonberry7797]

We would love more information on how we can volunteer since we're new again we not as familiar with the different charities in the community would love to learn more we're in St Thomas

[@almacoote7999]

Thank for the confidence I am in the process,

[@veronicatait5067]

This interview was very informative and so proud to see our people giving back to our little island. 💕 🤗

[@dvmine8985]

Big up your self Winthrop 👍🏿 you and this young lady and many of the people you have interviewed on your channel is one of the reasons why I know over time Jamaica will be come one of the top ten places in the world to live in peace and safety I believe this with all my heart continued efforts of all of us both locals and those of us living abroad, one love my brother 💕

[@janiceatkinson-bennett3934]

This is an AMAZING way to give back to Jamaica!! Both of you are representing our country very well.....so eloquent.👍🏼 🇯🇲

[@patriciashawwatkins2901]

Great interview Simone! 👍 Jamaica needs more young people like you with fresh new ideas.💕 Thanks Thorp for uncovering them.

[@Throp]

Totally agree! Thanks for watching!

[@blessedpeace1532]

Some elders are just as good with yrs of experience from living abroad the two combines stronger in unity.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you Patricia! I am so grateful to Throp for sharing his platform.

[@876volunteer2]

@@blessedpeace1532 So true. We all have something to offer our country regardless of age.

[@blessedpeace1532]

@@876volunteer2 without elders there would be no young minds .

[@robertsmith9352]

This was such a great interview and discussion about the charity organizations and volunteer opportunities in Jamaica. To compliment this, the sunset followed by nightfall in the background during the talk was beyond priceless. The beauty was non like any other.

[@Throp]

Thanks so much Robert

[@arthurhyltoniii4107]

I was pleasantly surprised when I saw a new video on my TV. My wife now finds it amusing how often I look out for new content from you. Top quality as usual. #ThropMedia

[@ddallas1387]

I don't know how your show popped up for me but I am happy it did. I've been binge watching. This is my favorite so far. I'm in Toronto and will be connecting with 876 volunteer, I love what she is doing.

[@roseskitchen640]

Great interview, the Vibes was so good. Keep up the good work.🇯🇲Jamaica Land We Love ❤

[@Throp]

Thank you so much

[@kereene9146]

Listening to this on a Sunday morning is exactly what I needed. I have been looking for a charity that helps Jamaican girls and boys that have suffered abuse and now recovering. I am excited to finally get in contact with an organization that lines with my hearts desire.

[@waitaminute2015]

I've seen that 876 t-shirt around, and now I know! What a great concept to connect people wanting to help. I always learn something from your channel!

[@cherylhenry-knowles3826]

She’s right Throp! We love your podcast! Another great show. As someone who is in Toronto and has spent most of my career in the non-profit space I am so impressed with this young lady! Even though government funding in Canada fuels many organizations it’s the willingness of volunteers as well that has the grassroots impact. This had been so good for me as I continue to think about my own business and skills in career coaching and entrepreneurship and how Jamaica fits into it. Thanks again! I will reach out 876 Volunteers

[@cherylhenry-knowles3826]

@throp26Hi Throp, I hope you’re well. Just messaging you as your last comment stated. I’m assuming it’s regarding my last comment. I’d love to get more info if you don’t mind.

[@enamalcolm7452]

Simone you're amazing.

[@Throp]

She really is

[@growingwithtay427]

Amazing work Simone, I am so inspired with all you’ve been doing to give back to Jamaica. Many thanks to you Winthrop for using your platform to highlight the brilliant work that these wonderful people/philanthropists are doing to give back to the many Jamaican communities .

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you for watching Tay, and helping Volunteering Go Viral!

[@AJLew-fk1ke]

This was a great interview and so timely. Jamaica is in so much need.🙏🏾

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you for watching AJ!

[@rickflint3710]

A brilliant and articulate woman, asset and treasure for Jamaica. This is the type of creative, innovative and inspired leadership we need to attract and inculcate into our culture and country. She exudes positivity and goodness.

[@876volunteer2]

Give Thanks Rick. I am blessed to have support that grows everyday :)

[@ajwatson9974]

This is my first time viewing your channel.. I am British born of Barbadian parents.. Now living in Barbados.. It takes good planning very careful for sure!! Both my parents migrated to the UK in their early 20's my father passed away at 81 having never returned to Barbados my mother passed at 85 she had returned to Barbados about 5 times.

[@valmcfarlane8733]

Throp, excellent interview and very informative 😌

[@Throp]

Thank you so much :)

[@AthaliahLlewellyn]

The information shared in this interview is helpful, necessary and a call to action. Well done.

[@lisethsmall1372]

Having just come from watching an interview with Dr Andre Haughton on Yendi' s youtube channel where he literally highlighted that same value of Jamaica to now hear her emphasize on that same currency of being Jamaican . Simply amazing. I hope to live long enough to see our people recognize and embrace that value. Awesome interview 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you for watching Liseth. I have been blessed through this work to see many people embrace their value and want to give back. It gives me hope.

[@lisethsmall1372]

@@876volunteer2 Thank you for sharing and keep doing what you do. "Work is play only when you love what you do"...💞 and thanks for loving this land as you do♥️🇯🇲

[@suebell1212]

Awesome interview!! And lots of information especially since I’m planning on returning permanently as well. 🙏🇯🇲😊

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you for watching Suzette.

[@claudettelorraineraphael560]

Nice interview am organizing my self 2 return back home soon my heart is always 2 return soon

[@Jamcore2008]

Love Simone’s energy and what she is doing .

[@josephinekennedy492]

I love this! I love all of it! Yah! 🥳🤗

[@Throp]

thank you so much!

[@gloriarobinson1869]

Good interview Throp.

[@karilledawkins]

I absolutely loved this interview. It is so great to know that all these organizations are here.

[@inspirationsboulevard197]

This was very enjoyable...so much going on in Jamaica...

[@melindajackson378]

Congrats no place like home ,looking forward.

[@Throp]

absolutely!

[@millicentwatson1824]

How can I get in involved with your charity I always want to get involved with something in Jamaica like your organization

[@linvalb5]

Hey Thrope I am from Negril and I watched most of your videos. I would like you to invite someone from Negril/Jamaica who had opportunities to leave Jamaica but stayed and made an impact.

[@annramsay4499]

Nice vibes🌴

[@Throp]

Thank you for watching Ann

[@indextreknet7205]

Impressive!!!! Kudos to 876 Volunteer.

[@upintime]

Up💯 No Place Like Home 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲✅

[@TheSuccessCourse]

It is so rewarding to give back or to pay it forward. Thorp, I will link up with one day in the near future. I have been enjoying the topics on your different podcasts. Keep it up. I have been away from Jamaica since 1990; now I have been back many times, and I am to do some investments in the youths of the island.

[@Throp]

Awesome awesome. Looking forward to connecting with you

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@carlenedwyer8877]

Winthrop you are an excellent host. I wish you all the best. Your channel is so inspiring. New subscriber

[@donnamckenzie7623]

Wow..Bravo Simone..awesome commitment 👏 I really need to connect with her and do some work.. Throp..thank you for another informative podcast..very grateful for all you do.. Keep up the great work.. One love!

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you for watching Donna! Looking forward to connecting.

[@listentalk3240]

The minute my son finish university im gone st james here i come

[@eglafletcher4458]

So good remember where you come from glad to that you think of returning no matter where you roam Jamaica Is home and you want to do something of worth for home God bless you.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you Elga, and thank you so much for watching.

[@sophiemclarke6556]

Such passion for her Island. Fabulous such blessings.

[@vintagecouture2275]

I cannot even begin to tell you the value that this provides. I have been wanting to get involved for so long but not sure how to get started. THANK YOU, I was certainly be exploring these organizations.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you so much for your support.

[@javaeandjerome]

Real Jamaican woman. Sometimes when Jamaicans leave the island they don't remember where they coming from.

[@angelablack9389]

So true

[@876volunteer2]

Give thanks Khadia! Jamaica has done so much for me, I am grateful for the chance to give back and help others do so as well.

[@WWEENETWORK]

I left when I was 12 and returned at 51. My goal was to return home at 50. No wey nuh better than yard. I am very anerivanized...but I am very much JAMAICAN....and very connected to all whats going on here....I read...I learn...and watch lots of key bloggers.

[@mitziecharleston9941]

Another great podcasts thanks throp and Simone great work 👍

[@colleensmith9739]

I love the show I love the positivity it shows of Jamaica thank you cause everyone else make you don't want to go back to Jamaica❤❤❤

[@MountainHighSound]

this was great thank you

[@Throp]

You're very welcome. Thank you for watching

[@fitzroyjackson4294]

Another great one 👌 informative 👍

[@claude6480]

😀😀😀👍👍👍great interview

[@namkebanyanklariti]

I can totally relate. The last few years I went back to visit I was using the phrase "alms house business dat" and my childhood high school friends from the early 90s started laughing telling me lovingly that nobody used that expression anymore and also that younger people may not understand what I am saying. We had a good laugh. The expressions have changed for example during birthdays now I find modern Jamaicans wishing each other "happy earth strong." I have a hard time using the phrase because I have no idea where that came from. It didn't exist in my early 90s when I left there. Another expression is "ray taay taay". That one is new to me, too. Lol

[@876volunteer2]

Bwoy Rick I know how you feel lol. One of the amazing things about our culture is how quickly is shifts- which means if its focused in the wrong direction it can easily be shifted back on to the right course :)

[@eileenwatt8283]

I'm Jamaican. I left 40 years ago but been there frequently. Covid put a pause on my coming home.

[@angelablack9389]

Me too

[@megandonaldson4635]

I am in Texas over 30 years, now I am working directly with government efforts in Tourism & Culture. Lux Travel on KZbin, volunteering our talents to the country. I volunteer with the Reggae Month in the Diaspora. Now since 2019, I have been making a slow transition moving back to Jamaica after 30 years. 2021 to 2022 monthly visited to connect back into our culture. We have so much charities, however I encourage the majority to begin with their early childhood education schools, up to High School. I am a bit overwhelmed with all the foundation in Jamaica yet our early schools are forgotten. I bring back large groups from my church at Lakewood in Houston and Conference group over 200+ individuals to Jamaica, helping with project needs & hospitals. I truly support the Jamaica Government with their endeavors. I understand this young lady situation with diversity and diversifying. Outside the USA, I lived in other continents so I understand the treatment worldwide.

[@mrinfo649]

This was a great interview, lots of great information was given in this video. I did not know that there was so much awesome organizations in Jamaica. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@richardbryant240]

Throp, my wife, Ocean and I have been away for over forty five years and are planning on returning. This is a spiritual awakening that are taking place in regards to the Negroes that are scattered all over. Joel 3:1-7.

[@donnahenry4453]

Thanks

[@solomomstalktv]

Been 45 years for me and I've never been back. So don't feel too bad.:)

[@rthomas5986]

Doing great work.

[@Throp]

She certainly is

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you so much for watching.

[@kativat2068]

I love these synchronicities! Girl, i dont know who you are but me a come! And you from Scarborough??? I love love love this interview and I love her! Simple things can have the biggest impact! Koodos to her for thinking of others and allowing God to work through her.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank for watching Kativa. Oh yes, I left Kingston and wait straight to Morningside and Ellesmere! God bless Scarborough for looking out for me.

[@paulostyles9484]

@@876volunteer2 lived there too for quite a bit ,right besides west hill collegiate 🤔🤔

[@wiltonwilliams5168]

I love my sweet jamaica 🇯🇲 😍 am coming back home no joke

[@happyreader5367]

Thsnks for the self less work that you do Simone

[@Throp]

Seriously amazing to me

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you so much. I couldn't do it without my come-unity's love and support for sure.

[@Vincy4Life]

Wow another great video..loving it

[@Throp]

Thanks so much

[@llneonwilson]

Yea I miss my people going back end of april

[@rawminimalist9043]

Only a few weeks to go gods willing!!

[@mr.j7468]

Big up Simone, I'm very familiar with UFT Scarborough Campus.

[@876volunteer2]

Thanks Mr. J!

[@28761d]

Lady we applaud your philanthropic efforts, but a word to the wise, please extend the helping hand from a distance.

[@desnalowers7116]

I truly understand what she mean about the disconnect from the language and culture.

[@mym8330]

Well naturally, a University will be your biggest platform to network. That's what college is about.

[@876volunteer2]

Agreed. And everyone does not get the opportunity, so I know I am lucky to be able to take everything I gained and pour it back into Jamaica.

[@almacoote7999]

That what happened to me I am living abroad more than Jamaica but I have invested in Jamaica and visited every year and now I am older I want to return but I am been warn about the crime but I am not going to let it stop me

[@CenterPointConstruction]

I am building my home so I can come back and able to live there

[@Throp]

awesome! best of luck to you

[@trayonnamorrismorris4106]

Hey cuz I have a nonprofit organization “Broken But Still I Rise Foundation” my grandma started years ago and I have been taking over as she gets older but I would love to team up with her but I need help registering the name in Jamaica.

[@samrichman1145]

Ilove her confident 💕

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you Sam!

[@ShariBritish40]

I would love to give back to the elderly community..medical aids

[@Throp]

I think this is a great initiative

[@romeojames89]

Trust me I don't know how much longer I can live in this ice box freezer 👉🏿 🇯🇲

[@nezb01]

😂 I left when I was 5 now I’m 60. Still in Canada but thinking about it.

[@julietelenafowler]

I'm your highness

[@julietelenafowler]

That's it

[@eileenwatt8283]

Winthrop got a hair cut. You look younger.

[@karilledawkins]

I am willing to help with the virtual assistant and Facebook.

[@876volunteer2]

Thank you Karille! I will be responding to your message about this shortly. Looking forward to connecting.

[@karilledawkins]

@@876volunteer2 You are welcome Simone. Looking forward to helping 😊

[@lydiamorgan9952]

Sounds good, but you have to decide where you want to live.most jamaicans would like to move back to ja.but they are scared of the crime, the system, all the red tape.Remember your parents migrated for a reason.

[@carolyngallimoretocunit]

Why in the name of THE LORD JESUS would I want to leave Canada for Jamaica? NO WAY!!!!!!!!!!🙄🙄😱😱😇😇, All the best to you!!!!😔😔😔😔😔☹️☹️☹️☹️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@carolyngallimoretocunit]

Same thing I'm saying, why would I want to live in a place like JAMAICA when people running to Canada they crazy mom😂😂😂😂😂👍👍👍👍👍👍😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🙄🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@cloverleaftv]

Canada is good for that but there is also a lot of racism here

[@leorobinson5737]

Almost like we just can't win.

[@julietelenafowler]

Oh do Challenge your 🇯🇲 NESS

[@deehenry9261]

I was planning to return when I retired but now with all those gangsters and all the killing I’m staying right here in America. Jus gonna go somewhere warm like Atlanta. I’m Jamaican wherever I am 🇯🇲

[@leorobinson5737]

Very sad.

[@dvmine8985]

Let's pray you don't get killed here in America, remember there are no gangs here and no one gets killed here 🤔

[@leorobinson5737]

@@dvmine8985 I feel safer here in Canada 🇨🇦 than than I do in Jamaica 🇯🇲. I think it's more likely that I could get hurt by my own people here because we bring our dirty attitude with us every where we go.I know five business man that got killed on my mom's street in JA within a two mile distance and one was just across from my Mom's house. My Mom was a returned resident before her passing, could you imagine how scared she was. There's bad in every race, but are our own worst enemies right now .I shouldn't be be more scared of my own people than ......you know what I mean. No self-worth and vanity is destroying us, we just can't seems to like ourselves. Peace out. ✌️

[@dvmine8985]

@@leorobinson5737 we all see the world through our own lenses my cousin came here from August Town in Jamaica to attend college in America and was robbed at gunpoint thank god she was not killed all her life in Jamaica she had never seen a gun , the point here for me is of course you are more likely to be hurt by the people who you live and work amongst and that goes for white's as well as black's we are not worse or better than anyone. And as a Jamaican I know many Jamaican people who are good and decent people never throw the baby out with the bath water 90% good 10% bad .

[@dvmine8985]

@@leorobinson5737 sorry to hear that my condolences to you and your family, crime and violence knows no borders nor is it exclusive to our ethnicity or place of birth, the same way you mention the gun makers let me also warn you about the makers of News. May God's blessing cover you and your family 🙏 from your Jamaican family I always choose to show love to my people where ever and when ever I meet them take care bye 👍🏿💕

[@m.w8317]

I have a girlfriend who would be perfect for your show.

[@julietelenafowler]

Hahahaha

[@river5554]

Being OF JAMAICAN PARENT DOES NOT MAKE YOU JAMAICAN. ANYWAY YOU SOUND more JAMAICAN than CANADIAN. ENJOY THE CHOICE YOU MADE TO LIVE IN JAMAICA.

[@musicforthemind8338]

She did state that she came to Jamaica at 1 and went back to Toronto at 18 So she would speak like a Jamaican still since her entire childhood was here. She would not have a Toronto accent unless she chose to change it.

[@DS-ss7fp]

She is actually Jamaican by descendant as my children are, we applied for citizen by descendant.

[@robpeters5204]

Wait a minute. Come home to Jamaica??? Telling people you are Jamaican is a joke!!! You were born in Toronto Canada so you are Canadian. You are Canadian first and now want to be Jamaican. If you want to be Jamaican then relinquish your Canadian citizenship. I have a huge problem with anybody that takes advantage of the Canadian government and it’s benefits. This goes to anyone that would do this. I’m guessing the first problem with your health you will come right back to Toronto. You can’t want both!!!

[@owenferguson7893]

Many cannadian companies earn their profits from Jamaica. Like banks And invest it in people like you . In directly Or directly .that's where your pension is from as well

[@anitaallwood911]

She lived in Jamaica from age 1 to 18, she is JAMAICAN

[@mym8330]

Jamaican(ness) is not sitting by the beach speaking to a vlogger

[@kativat2068]

You sat there.. watched this interview.. and chose to comment this.. WOW

[@musicforthemind8338]

Sigh. This comment is embarrassing.

[@monicaallen5998]

After all she is doing, this is what you write? Extraordinary buffoon!

[@dvmine8985]

Throp, haters love attention don't give them the time of day, just keep doing your thing because we love and support it 👍🏿

[@akelalogan5744]

You can see who is full of hate, bitterness and RAW Badmind. What a beautiful interview. With all the war and hate in this world. You come here with your negativity. Keep quiet.

[@joycynthiadaley8497]

This young lady is super. I tried to contact on Instagram but the email would not go through. I will use my desktop and email her that way.