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Bank of Valletta has renewed its support to the Transplant Support Group for the seventh consecutive year. The Bank’s sponsorship was presented by Michael Galea, Head Marketing and Communication at Bank of Valletta to Alfred Debattista, President of the Transplant Support Group.
“We are delighted to help the Transplant Support Group and we hope that our sponsorship acts as a source of encouragement to the sterling service they provide by supporting transplantees and the families of deceased organ donors”, said Mr Galea. “The TSG is performing a very valid social role within our society and our support towards this Group underlines the importance that BOV gives towards Corporate Social Responsibility with the Social Pillar constituting a very important dimension of the Bank’s Community Programme,” added Mr. Galea.
“The Transplant Support group aims to bring together all transplantees, whether they are local residents or living abroad, along with those who are still waiting to have an organ transplanted. It also embraces the families of deceased organ donors,” said Mr Debattista while thanking Bank of Valletta for renewing it sponsorship for another year.
“To date, there are over 40,000 registered organ donors. The Group is continuing to work relentlessly to raise this figure by participating in various health-related activities and TV and radio programmes,” continued Mr Debattista. “We take this opportunity to encourage people to register as organ donors. Registering can mean saving a life,” concluded Mr Debattista.
Further information on the Transplant Support Group can be obtained by logging on to www.tranplantsupport.com.mt. |