GUYOIL has contributed $500,000 to the Guyana Telephone & Telegraph’s (GTT) Pinktober fund which is aimed at supporting and enhancing cancer care in Guyana.
According to a press release from the oil company, its public relations officer Lanessa John-Forbes said that GUYOIL is committed to promoting cancer awareness and care in Guyana.
The release quoted her as saying “we at GUYOIL believe that it takes a collective effort to make an impact and our aim is to increase awareness among our employees and customers. We want to also promote prevention and the early detection of cancer.”
The release said she noted that while it is unfortunate that GUYOIL cannot join GTT in its walk/run event this year, it will join the cause in promoting awareness through planned internal cancer awareness activities.
“As corporate citizens we all endorse physical distancing as a measure to help combat the pandemic – and we too, shall support the annual initiative virtually,” the release further quoted John-Forbes as saying.
GUYOIL said that the sponsorship cheque was received by GTT’s Pinktober Coordinator, Diana Gittens, who expressed gratitude for the oil company’s continuous support; noting that strong partnerships, such as that with GUYOIL, are integral to the success of Pinktober and the holistic attention that cancer patients and their providers receive.
“GUYOIL’s unwavering support continues to positively impact on cancer treatment and awareness in Guyana; together we are making a difference,” the release quoted Gittens as saying.
According to the release, on October 1st, GTT commenced its Pinktober 2020 events online, and has several virtual activities to observe and promote cancer awareness this month “which include Fit and Pink, the TikTok challenge, Pink Friday’s and Mental Health Day.”
The release said that individuals and corporations can support the cause by purchasing special Pinktober bottles at GTT retail stores or by ordering online for delivery.
Donations it said can be made using mmg+ – simply give the code 07693.
