St. Lucia Cancer Society and Faces of Cancer Representatives with cheque
CIBC FirstCaribbean continued its support of the fight against cancer this year with its second annual Walk for the Cure held October 6.
The annual walk was just one component of the bank’s month-long fundraising activities to benefit local cancer societies.
Country Manager Mauricia Thomas-Francis said the hosting of the walk reflected the importance the bank continues to place on participating and showing support for persons and families currently battling the disease, highlighting that they are not in the fight alone.
“This year we not only raised money during the Walk for a Cure but through fundraising activities of which our employees and customers participated,” she said.
Employees engaged in special dress days where they contributed funds and donned pink attire in order to raise awareness. Other activities included book sales and cupcake sales.
Customers were also encouraged to participate and show their support by donating through pink piggy banks located in all branches.
Through these activities a total of EC $11,990.00 was raised and on Friday November 22, was presented to representatives of the St. Lucia Cancer Society and Faces of Cancer. Representatives of the cancer societies expressed gratitude towards CIBC FirstCaribbean employees and customers who participated in fundraising efforts and noted that the funds will go a long way in assisting persons undergoing cancer treatment as well as assisting in education and sensitization efforts.