Helping Caribbean Vendors Get Paid — Not Exploited
This December, Carib Biz Network is raising $5,000+ to cover market fees for at least 25 small Caribbean-owned businesses. Each selected vendor will receive a $150–$200 micro-grant, no strings attached.
This project is in honor of beloved CBN vendor Jerome Brammer, whose creativity and community spirit continues to inspire us.
Who is Jerome Brammer?
Jerome Brammer an esteemed entrepreneur of Trinidadian and Jamaican heritage residing in Maryland, USA. He was a central figure in his local business community, known for founding the brand 3rd World Famous. He was highly regarded as a teacher, a history enthusiast, and a creative individual who combined those passions in his work. He tragically passed in October 2025 leaving heartbreak and devastation to all who knew him.
Profession: Entrepreneur and teacher.
Business: Founder of Third World Famous.
Community Role: A core member of the Caribbean Business Network (CBN) pop-up events community, described as kind, intelligent, collaborative, and culture-driven.
Personal Interests: He was known for being a history buff and a creative entrepreneur.
Passing: The CBN community announced his passing in October 2025, expressing heartbreak and devastation at the loss of a key member.
DONATE NOW: GIVE AS LITTLE AS $5+
Support the fund with a contribution as low as $5.
Every $10 = 1 raffle entry for a $200 Caribbean gift box!
Top donors will also be spotlighted and thanked across CBN platforms.
✅ 100% of funds (minus 15% admin/platform fees) go to vendor relief
✅ Your donation creates real holiday impact — not just hashtags
Applications are open to Caribbean small businesses who have paid holiday market fees in 2025.
Grants: $150–$200
Application Deadline: December 15, 2025 @ 11:59 PM ET
Award notifications: December 20, 2025
Apply here: https://forms.gle/32wHUE9uU2vkzdZNA
