As part of their commitment to the local community, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel and José Santiago, Inc. have created an alliance with the aim of supporting Puerto Ricans in need, especially those who have been largely affected during the pandemic. The program donates uncooked prepared foods to charities responsible for distributing them to various local communities.Fairmont El San Juan Hotel identifies essential consumer foods, packs them properly and José Santiago, Inc. collects it from the hotel twice a week and oversees the distribution to the selected charities. This initiative belongs to the Fairmont Hotels chain “Planet21” program, dedicated to environmental and social sustainability. “Planet21” encourages its guests, industry colleagues, employees, and suppliers to take measurable actions voluntarily to assist their own communities. The initiative in particular also includes the participation of Avendra, a leader in procurement services for the hospitality industry, who serves as a liaison between Fairmont El San Juan Hotel and José Santiago, Inc.
Among the entities that will receive these donations are Casa La Providencia in Old San Juan and Apostolado San Agustín from the parish of San Agustín in Puerta de Tierra. The National Resources Defense Council that works to safeguard the earth and the natural systems on which all life depends indicates that 40% of food in the US is never eaten.
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel has implemented the “All Stay Well” platform, certified by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, with the new standards developed, and examined by a team of expert advisors to ensure maximum effectiveness in preventing the spread of all viruses and pathogens, including COVID-19. These protocols are overseen by world leaders in testing, inspections and certifications, as well as scientists and physicians specializing in infectious diseases and companies specializing in cleaning and hygiene. The donations will be handled in accordance with the established protocols.
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