Thank You in More Than Words: Useppa's Employee Christmas Fund - Thoughts and Pictures by UseppaGin - It’s that time of year to tangibly support Useppa’s stewards, the men and women who take care of the island we love. It’s time to give to the annual Employee Christmas Fund. Rebuilding after Hurricane Ian was still going on when Hurricanes Helene and Milton smacked Useppa. Instead of giving up, our employees only worked harder. Landscaping and debris cleanup is well underway. Our infrastructure is up and running. Shoulders squared and smiling, our boat captains juggle people, mail, packages, and tides, coming and going from a small Village dock. There is a new Joseffa Boutique in the Pro Shop, a Reception Center and Mailroom in Grandmother’s Cottage. The Bocilla Shoreport is being rebuilt. Housekeeping is busier than ever. There is a new chef at the Collier, the best we’ve ever had. The restaurant and kitchen staff are smiling. This year more than ever we need to say a concrete thank you and donate to the Useppa Island Employee Christmas Fund. Our staff has made recovery happen.