MR GAJADHAR'S "RAYNEAU GROUP OF COMPANIES" - A NOTEWORTHY GROUP FOR IT'S PHILANTROPHY

The brand name Rayneau may be synonymous with construction, retail, and tools/equipment rental business on the island – at least that’s how the general public sees the name. But behind the scenes Rayneau Gajadhar, CEO of Rayneau Group of Companies Ltd, continues to touch the lives of thousands of his country folks in all facets of their lives – be it humanitarian, education, health, infrastructural works - his good heart overflows with kindness and a hunger to do good for people. This kindness many believe may have been developed during his humble upbringing. But more so, he is familiar with what living in rough times really is.

Mr. Gajadhar seeks, to solve social problems by donating to charitable organizations and lending his support to worthy causes by providing financial aid or manual support.  Below are a few significant contributions that the Rayneau Group has embarked upon over the last few years.

In several instances, whether directly or indirectly, Mr. Gajadhar has contributed significantly and continues to advance the cause of education among young persons. He is of the view that education is “the best tool to bring a positive change in society, to develop a generation of responsible individuals and contribute to the development of good human beings.”

a)    Books and Tuition Fees For Sir Arthur Lewis Student

Joshua Donaie

In 2016 Rayneau handed over a cheque to Mrs. Babara Donaie, Joshua's mother, to cover books and tuition fees for her son who will be attending Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, Division of Arts, Sciences and General Studies, beginning this school year. (2016 -2017). The student, 17-year-old Joshua Stephen Donnie, hails from the community of Reunion, Choiseul; he recently completed his five-year stint at the Choiseul Secondary School. Read the full story here.

b)      Signature Gowns and Caps for Micoud Secondary School  27^th Graduation Class

Signature Gowns and Caps

Later in 2016, Mr. Gajadhar’s last act of generosity was directed at the Micoud Secondary School. After being contacted by the school authorities, the Team Leader of Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE Ltd) donated about 100 graduation gowns and caps totaling a sum of approximately $15,000.00 to the school for their 27^th Graduation Exercise for the students of “Class of 2016.” Each gown displays the company’s logo on the left upper side. Full story….

c)    Rayneau Assists Special Education Needs Children of the Roblot Combined School

The Reading Center 

Mr. Gajadhar is happy to be associated with the Roblot Government School in completing a Reading Center. He believes that many schools are experiencing budget cuts and these cuts often include the elimination of support services for students. However, he commends Mrs. Marie Joseph for taking on the fight for special education services in her school. He reiterated that Special education teachers do a tremendous job, and their work is not to be underrated. Full story.

2)      St Lucia Red Cross Building Gets a Facelift

Red Cross Building

During the early part of July 2016, a crew from Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE Ltd) had been on the St Lucia Red Cross Society grounds at Vigie, scrubbing down the building by pressure washing it to remove cracked paint and blisters to prepare the structure for a fresh coat of paint. Also, the section of the property facing the George FL Charles Airport is being fenced. This is part of an initiative by Mr. Gajadhar's Company to assist non-profit organizations such as the St Lucia Red Cross Society in executing its services to the local population. “The St Lucia Red Cross Society plays a vital role in the protection of life, health, and human dignity on our island. Being in partnership with this vital organization I am sure will yield great benefits for both of us,” he said. Read the full story here….

3)     Bexon Primary School Environment Enhanced

Bexon Primary - Before and After

While many philanthropists may openly boast of their contributions to society Rayneau Gajadhar, Team Leader of Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd (CIE Ltd) is a rare exception. He is of this class of entrepreneurs that speaks little. He rather maintains the philosophical view of “Let my work speak for itself." His company has taken the lead in philanthropic works throughout the breadth and length of the island; giving a face-lift to the Bexon R C Infant School being one of his latest undertakings in 2016. The story.  

 5)      Minimizing the Effects of Climate Change on 32 Households in Bouton.

Mr. Rayneau Gajadhar was showered with words of appreciation and thanks at the opening ceremony of a Water Catchment Project to minimize the effects of Climate Change in the small community of Bouton by Mr. Giles Romulus, National Coordinator for The GEF Small Grants Programme, and the President of the Bouton Development Community, Ms. Zam Riviere on Saturday, September 1, 2018.

Mr. Rayneau Gajadhar was thanked for transporting most of the 32 tanks from Castries to here {Bouton} at a zero price or substantially subsidized rate. The National Coordinator continued, “To carry these 800 and 1000 gallon tanks and the most you can only carry is two or three in any one trip. To calculate the number of trips and calculate the cost of that." Read the full story.

6)          Special Services Unit(SSU) Gets Assistance

SSU Donation

“Rayneau Group of Companies is always at the forefront when it comes to assisting the police. We know how important a chainsaw is in times of emergency and we had no second thought in granting the SSU Department their request. We hope you will put it to good use.’ Mr. Gajadhar remarked.

Inspector Gaston extended his gratitude to Mr. Gajadhar on behalf of the department by saying, “We are thankful for this donation and it will become very handy in the event  they have to aid in clearing roads.” Full story.

7)     Other Corporate Philantropic Projects

Rayneau Group of Companies has assisted the Royal St Lucia Police Force in the past when the company gave the Police Head Quarters on Bridge Street a massive facelift. Full story.

 This kind of philanthropy by Mr. Gajadhar is nothing new. Schools like the Carmen Renee Memorial, Camille Henry, Fond Assau Primary School, the Police Head Quarters in Castries, and sickbay at the Corinth Secondary School are all examples of community projects that have been done under this “giving back to the community” initiative.