Accra – The Children’s Support Fund, established for the children of victims of the August 6 helicopter crash, has received a total of GH¢3,576,600 and US$20,000 in donations. This update, covering the period from August 19 to August 28, was released today by the Presidency.
The fund was set up to ensure the welfare and education of the children affected by the tragedy.
A list of fourteen donors was published, which includes institutions such as Ghana Airport Ltd, ARB Apex Bank PLC, Fidelity Bank Ghana, and the National Insurance Commission.
The list also included contributions from individuals. Dr. Valerie Sawyerr, the Senior Presidential Advisor on Governmental Affairs and Coordinator of the fund, has been overseeing the collection of donations.
The public and organizations are encouraged to continue contributing to the fund. Donations can be made through specific Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited accounts, with options for both Ghana Cedi and US Dollar deposits. The Presidency has stated that a list of donors will be published weekly to ensure transparency.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
