 Mumbai:
Western Union Financial Services, Inc., a subsidiary of
First Data Corp (NYSE:FDC) today announced that it will
make a donation of US$1 million to the International Federation
of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to support victims
in the Asian countries most impacted by the recent earthquake
and tsunamis that struck the region. The donation is the
single largest donation made by the foundation since its
inception in 2000.
"Many
of our consumers, employees and agents live in the countries
that were devastated by this natural disaster," said
Christina Gold, president, Western Union Financial Services
in a press release. "This monetary contribution made
by the Foundation is a way to lend a hand and show support
in the rebuilding process."
The
Western Union Money Transfer service also is available
in many
areas that were affected by the tsunamis, so family and
friends around the world can continue to transfer money
to loved ones living in the impacted areas.
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