{"value"=>"<p>The Trinidad and Tobago Gayap Organization of America, Inc., was founded in New York City in 1958 with the aim of \"lend[ing] a helping hand to the people of the West Indies in general and ... Trinidad and Tobago in particular.\" Among other functions, Gayap used funds raised through its events and membership dues to assist West Indian students and contribute to festivals and other activities in the Caribbean. In addition to maintaining and improving relations among West Indians, GAYAP also sought to improve ties between West Indians and Americans. The organization published a newsletter, <span class=\"title\">Flambeau</span>, about Trinidad and Tobago and its culture.</p>"}