Al Ansari Exchange extends support to Philippines flood victims through AED 100,000 donation
21 Oct 2012
In line with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda, Al Ansari Exchange a leading Foreign Exchange and worldwide remittance company in the UAE, has donated AED 100,000 to a relief agency following the recent devastating floods in the Philippines that forced more than 780,000 people across the country to leave their homes.
H.E. Grace Relucio-Princesa, Philippine Ambassador to the UAE, said: “The Philippine Embassy, on behalf of the Philippine Government appreciates the donation made by Al Ansari Exchange which will contribute greatly to the Philippines’ rehabilitation and disaster preparation efforts. This generous gesture is an expression of its care for its Filipino employees, their families, and Filipinos in general.”
Rashed Ali Al Ansari, General Manager, Al Ansari Exchange, said, “The recent floods in the Philippines have completely disrupted normal life in most parts of the country, with thousands of people left homeless. As a socially responsible corporate entity, Al Ansari Exchange is keen on extending our help and support to the people of the Philippines in this time of need. We will continue to coordinate with relief agencies to assess the situation and offer more assistance if required.”