NGOs launch initiative in response to the COVID-19 pandemic

NGOs launch initiative in response to the COVID-19 pandemic

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos (May 18, 2020) – Local NGOs mobilised to see how together they can make a difference in the lives of those severely impacted during these unprecedented times – sharing resources and knowledge, and ultimately providing support to persons in need without discrimination. 

Over the coming weeks and months, the group “NGOs Together” will be rolling out several initiatives across the Islands in order to help alleviate some of the impact of COVID-19 within our community including: 

  • Public drive for food/essential items 
  • Food Vouchers 
  • Staple boxes with essential items 
  • Locally produced Face Masks for distribution 
  • Sponsor A Family 

The following organisations form NGOs Together, in association with the Human Rights Commission: 

  • Food for Thought 
  • The Salvation Army 
  • Soroptimists International 
  • Turks & Caicos AIDS Awareness Foundation 
  • Turks & Caicos Red Cross 
  • United Way Turks & Caicos 
  • ECG Youth Centre/Turks & Caicos Youth Foundation 

Donations can be made to any of the organisations listed above and together your donation will help those in need through a fair and nonjudgmental process. 

Should you be interested in learning more, or wanting to volunteer, please contact the group on + 1-649-348-9015 or +1-649-242-4570 or NGOsTogetherTCI@gmail.com 

ABOUT NGO’S TOGETHER TCI 

The group embraces the ethos that together we can make a difference. With the help of likeminded individuals and organisations we can better help those suffering hardships during this time. Despite our individual mandates and missions we aim to work in unity to serve our community and help as many as we can, those in need of support during this time. 

Press Contact: 649-231-1454 

 

2020-09-04T19:57:25+00:00