The work and offer of the Cyprus Red Cross was praised by Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Nouris, inviting citizens to support it and also join the big family of blood donors.
Mr. Nouris on Friday welcomed the launch of the Cyprus Red Cross nationwide fundraiser, referring to the continuous and tireless services offered by its volunteers in their aim to promote the principles of solidarity, charity and mutual aid.
"Services which also extend to a cooperation between us, which concerns humanitarian assistance to migrant residents in Reception and Accommodation Centres," he said. In addition, referring to blood donation, he said that the most precious commodity and gift that one can offer to his fellow human beings is, undoubtedly, his blood as it cannot be bought, cannot be manufactured and has no substitute.
"Unfortunately, the pandemic has greatly affected the flow of blood donors with the result that it has been significantly reduced and the need for blood is, as never before, significantly increased," the Minister said.
Mr. Nouris said that the Cypriot state and the Presidency honours the important work of the Cyprus Red Cross, which is why the President of the Republic authorised him to announce the symbolic amount of €5.000 as the State's inaugural contribution to the fundraiser, in addition to the recent contribution of €50,000 from the Council of Ministers, as a minimum token of appreciation and recognition for what the Cyprus Red Cross has over the years offered to the Cypriot people.
He invited everyone to contribute to the project, stressing that it does not matter how high everyone's contribution is, but the act of giving, even the smallest amount, is important, as this is how we can help to improve the lives of our fellow human beings.
The fundraiser runs from today until 28 May.
Source: CNA
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