care facility for substance abused women, was given a boost in the shape of a $10,500 donation.

The money, which was raised from a March 29 benefit concert in honour of the late Debra-Lee Inez Robinson, will be used to open the facility -- the first ever such centre in Bermuda.

At the City Hall cheque presentation Mrs. Pat Lynn, Association president and chairperson said the group was proud to have been selected.

She described Debra-Lee as a vibrant and gifted young woman.

"The overwhelming success of the concert reflects not only the spirit of caring and sorrow this community felt over her tragic loss but also the hope and positive energy that can be generated when this community pulls together in solidifying its commitment to each other, and to a better tomorrow,'' she said.

"Our hope for Fair Havens is to offer this community another door of opportunity for women in need.'' Social Services Minister the Hon. Quinton Edness said he was very pleased with the stage the project had reached.

"It is important people that have helped it reach this stage,'' he said.

"I am impressed with all the young people who put on the benefit concert.

They are young people who were community minded and spirited and helped to satisfy an urgent need.'' Also on hand was Premier the Hon. Sir John Swan who, while hugging Debra-Lee's mother, a founding member, said: "A dream has come true. Sometimes in life whenever there is death it brings forward life. You have given so much and suffered so much. Nobody will question your commitment, inspiration and dedication, your work has just begun.'' Sir John then presented Mrs. Gryneth Robinson with a letter of appreciation.

Mrs. Robinson donated a plaque to Fair Havens in memory of her daughter. She said the plaque read "daughter of founding member'' because "I wanted people to know that this can happen to our children too.''