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Two $25K OneMart VG scholarships announced

-OneMart Supermarket VG opened on April 1
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- Two students’ academic journey will be made easier following the announcement that OneMart Supermarket is offering two scholarships for the upcoming academic year.

Businessman Mark H. Vanterpool announced a $25,000 educational scholarship for two Virgin Gorda students during the official opening of the new OneMart Supermarket in Virgin Gorda on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

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“I’m going to announce something today that OneMart will give, in this coming school year, two scholarships of $25,000 for Virgin Gordans from wherever you come from. Two scholarships of 25,000 dollars each,” Vanterpool said.

OneMart opened its newest location at Rosy’s Plaza, which housed Rosy’s Supermarket for 50 years before permanently closing its doors on March 8, 2026. 

OneMart Supermarket is a prominent grocery chain in the Virgin Islands, with five locations across Tortola and Virgin Gorda. It is known for its wide variety of groceries, fresh produce, and household items. It also offers specialised services like yacht provisioning. 

21 Responses to “Two $25K OneMart VG scholarships announced”

  • ? (09/04/2026, 09:36) Like (11) Dislike (2) Reply
    Political comeback?
  • okay (09/04/2026, 10:25) Like (8) Dislike (3) Reply

    P....p... money is coming back that's ????

  • Stop being fooled BVI (09/04/2026, 10:33) Like (25) Dislike (7) Reply
    BVI People, Please don't be fooled again by these politicians ( snakes ) making promises and donations just to get in your good graces. Their generosity will end right after you elect them. It has happened for decades. You support a party and an individual and they become liars, hopping bunnies looking out for themselves and their families only and not the Territory or its people. Please, I'm begging you, don't keep making the same mistakes. This man has enriched himself and his family, changed parties, crossed the floor and lied when it benefitted him. A word to the wise is sufficient!!!
    • Got the right away (09/04/2026, 15:49) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
      Ok @Tola Radio VI - I ment ok @Stop being fooled BVI we hear you
  • The MVP (09/04/2026, 11:17) Like (9) Dislike (25) Reply
    Mark Vanterpool has consistently demonstrated a genuine and approachable demeanor toward all people of the BVI. He is among the few political leaders who, regardless of affiliation, is willing to collaborate and take action when it serves the best interests of the Territory. His leadership reflects a commitment to putting the greater good above personal or political considerations.
    In my view, he is uniquely positioned to resolve the internal divisions within the NDP, restore unity, and return the party to a competitive standing.
    It is time to support proven leadership—Mark Vanterpool for Premier. The MVP of politics
  • Nice (09/04/2026, 11:32) Like (9) Dislike (7) Reply
    The Action man with e master plan. Rong Way never did that and the been in business forever and a day! Come uo to the lingiss Rite (A)Way!!
  • Fran (09/04/2026, 12:04) Like (5) Dislike (19) Reply
    This Vanterpool family has given and given and given! They have really shown their LOVE for the BVI. They have my respect, and I salute them to the highest. Very good work throughout our islands, showing how much they care.
    • Wellsah (09/04/2026, 13:35) Like (8) Dislike (2) Reply
      easy to give away the sanctioned funds being "invested" but let's applaud them
  • Virgin Gordian (09/04/2026, 12:18) Like (14) Dislike (2) Reply
    That's pure Elections gimmicks. You retire from politics now you're back again. They said the RABBITS are coming back for more of our moneys. Back together for more government money. Ppl don't be fooled.
    • @Virgin Gordain (10/04/2026, 10:30) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      A game of chess soon to be played with these 59 sq mls of these beautiful VIs for leadership! . Mark my word. Not voting for no candidates of NDP.
  • guy hill (09/04/2026, 13:24) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Be fair with this at all times.
  • Smartest (09/04/2026, 15:57) Like (9) Dislike (7) Reply
    Think MV playing with ayo !
    Watch and learn!
  • The watchdog (09/04/2026, 20:15) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    Mark is a good man now for premier is another thing
  • Really? (09/04/2026, 21:02) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Things like this make me sick to my stomach. WE ALL know why he is doing this. Why didn't he do this before, outside of political season when people struggling to find money to send their children to school. I have had my own horror stories dealing with government scholarships.
  • ... (09/04/2026, 23:31) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    must say this guy been playing chess bout to check mate...big move king
  • Voter district 7 (10/04/2026, 10:14) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    My family was going to vote for Perline, but I saw Mark, Picko, running ..im not voting for NDP .sorry!
  • VGBeliever. (10/04/2026, 20:30) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Mark Vanterpool is the man.. and One Mart VG is the place. Let's do it Virgin Gorda. Come on out and support One Mart VG.
  • watch (11/04/2026, 13:44) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    And see the VG dialysis population explode now…!! More $$ for he breddah dem now…


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