The local branch of the Salvation Army has received a significant boost to its 2012 Christmas Kettle Appeal.{{more}}
CIBC FirstCaribbean International has contributed $8,100 to the local cause.
Head of the local branch of the Salvation Army Major Pierre Antoine said the contribution will be of great help to the organisationâs work, especially its recently constructed Childrenâs Home at Buccament.
âThis gift will make a great impact on the citizens of this country,â Antoine said at the handing over at FirstCaribbeanâs office in Kingstown on Tuesday.
The donation is one of several that CIBC FirstCaribbean is making to the Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Appeal in countries where the bank operates, throughout the region.
Country manager Elroy John said the bank was pleased to make this contribution at this time of year to such a worthy cause.
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