As we are all painfully aware, the Coronavirus has grabbed the world by its throat and it's not letting go! Cozumel is no different. Although there have been no confirmed cases of the virus on the island, the impact has been swift and far-reaching. Since March 9, there has been a steady stream of dive cancellations, to the point that now DWM has no divers. This week is typically one of the busiest of the year with spring break divers. All reservations have been cancelled for the next month, and likely for several months after that.
This is the time of year the staff should be working nearly every day and saving money to prepare for the low season months of September - November. However, the staff is more worried about being laid off and putting food on the table. It's time for action!
Many Dive with Martin friends have asked, "How can we help?" Paddi & Stacey, with the help of other DWM Friends and staff, have come up with the following opportunities for you to help.
STAFF SUPPORT
All friends of DWM are welcome to send a monetary donation which will be delivered directly to the DWM staff. There are currently 25 staff members, including dive staff, boat captains, equipment crew and office staff. The donations will be evenly divided among the staff.The goals are to:
- Let the staff know we are thinking about them and appreciate their friendship and all the hard work they have done for us over the years
- Give them a bit of money for food/essentials for their family
- Encourage them to use the money in their community to help support other Cozumeleños
Date: Donations will be accepted until the staff return to work
Donations: Send to Paddi (see below for methods) Donation methods:
- Paypal: send to paddid@gmail.com
- Zelle: send to paddid@gmail.com. (Phone #: 503.949.5985)
- Venmo: send payment to @Patricia-Davies
- By US check, please make check payable to Paddi Davies (indicate DWM in the note line. Send to: Paddi Davies, 332 Atwater St. S, Monmouth, OR 97361
