The Singapore Red Cross will contribute an additional $1 million to victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, on...
Besides providing victims with necessities and shelter, it has also set aside $100,000 for freight and logistical costs for the possible shipment of relief supplies, such as medicines to Turkey and Syria.
The Singapore Red Cross revealed that it had raised over $3 million from Feb 8-13 through its fundraising appeal, with individuals, companies and schools contributing to the pool. Singapore Red Cross secretary-general and chief executive Benjamin William said it was heartening to see the outpouring of care and concern by people in Singapore.
“We will continue to work closely with the IFRC, ICRC, and the two National Societies to ensure that the funds raised are distributed effectively and transparently, to provide the most appropriate and timely assistance on the ground,” he said. “We hope for continued support of our fundraising efforts, to sustain our humanitarian aid to the survivors of this devastating disaster.”
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