The largest local bank operating in the country, Bank of Maldives (Plc), instigated its nationwide campaign ‘Aharenge Bank Community Fund’, as a prominent part of its Corporate Social Responsibility. The campaign is aimed to empower local individuals and non-governmental organizations to contribute to their communities by way of sustainable projects.
Administered in 3 separate quarters, the Bank fund 20 successful proposals for community-based projects falling under the themes; education, environment, sports and community development. Each winning proposal would be awarded MVR 50,000 to transform their ideas into reality.
The Bank had announced the first quarter of the ‘Aharenge Bank Community Fund 2021’ back in February, whereas the 5 winners were unveiled last Thursday.
- Community Park at Haa Alifu Dhidhoo submitted by Middle Sports Club
- Reading Park at Haa Dhaalu Nolhivaranfaru submitted by Nolhivaranfaru Youth Development
- Indoor Sports Facility at Alifu Alifu Mathiveri submitted by Association for Mathiveri Sports and Awareness
- Reading Park at Laamu Fonadhoo submitted by Women’s Enhancement
- B Tech Hospitality Classroom at Gaafu Alifu Gemanafushi submitted by Dhivehi Masverige Jamiyya
According to the Bank’s Manager of Public Relations, Mr. Mohamed Saeed, they had received a number of great proposals this time around as well. With the additional 5 projects, the Bank has now supported initiatives in 45 islands that benefit the entire community.
(Photo: BML)