BOV ‘Cards for Charity’ is back. It was launched on Sunday at the end of the Caritas Trail which marked the kick off of the Caritas Week. This is a week dedicated entirely to raising much needed funds to support the programmes and activities offered by Caritas Malta.
The first ever Caritas Trail solicited an overwhelming response, with hundreds of individuals taking to the streets and walking, cycling or running in aid of Caritas Malta. The walk was led by Mgr Carmelo Farrugia, Deputy Director of Caritas Malta, flanked by Charles Borg CEO Bank of Valletta and Joseph Gafa CEO Maltapost.
Mgr Victor Grech thanked everyone for responding to Caritas’ appeal for help. “This is the first time in 28 years that Caritas opened its doors to the general public. It was not an easy decision for us to take, but it was necessary to raise much needed funds to ensure the survival of our four centres and the programmes we offer.”
Charles Borg CEO Bank of Valletta launched the ‘Cards for Charity’ campaign, saying “It is heart-warming to be here today during an event where so many people came together to help out others in need. Caritas plays a pivotal role in our society, offering services free of charge to those who need them most.”
BOV CEO went on to explain how the campaign will work. “This year the Cards for Charity campaign is being organized in aid of Caritas (Malta). Anyone can help raise thousands of euros towards this cause by simply using the BOV cards to effect payments.
“No additional costs will be incurred by the card owner.” Bank of Valletta will be making a donation for every transaction effected between the 29th September and 31st October 2013 using a BOV debit or credit card.”
“Caritas Malta depends heavily on donations to continue to offer its services, free of charge to people in need,” said Mgr Carmelo Farrugia. “We would like to encourage the public to participate in the BOV Cards for Charity campaign, so that through the Bank’s donation, Caritas Malta remains in a position to continue providing all of its services.”
The Cards for Charity Campaign is being organised as part of the Bank’s extensive Community Programme. BOV customers will benefit from the advantages of this efficient method of payment, with Caritas Malta gaining from each and every transaction effected through the Bank’s strong involvement within the Maltese Community.