The New Nation - Internet Edition

UNB, Dhaka

Citi Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Citigroup, has donated US$ 50,000, equivalent to around Taka 34 lakh, in support of the cyclone victims of the coastal areas of the country. This fund will be used by Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) for their relief efforts towards the Sidr victims.

As yet another avenue to mobilize global support, Citibank N.A. Bangladesh has opened an account in the name of Chief Advisor's Relief Fund, where people from all around the world can send their contributions for the cyclone-affected people.

Besides, the employees of Citibank have made monetary contribution, which is matched equally by Citibank, to donate Tk one Million to the Chief Adviser's Relief and Welfare Fund.

Citibank employees have also formed a volunteer team, which will work at the cyclone-affected areas for smooth distribution of all collections, said a press release.