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The Community Chest Anti-NCP Rainbow Fund Supports Individuals and Families Inflicted by Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia
2020-02-11
Taking into consideration the severe epidemic of current Novel Coronavirus situation in Hong Kong and the long term effects on many business and individuals, The Community Chest today (12 February) announced that it would set up “The Community Chest Anti-NCP Rainbow Fund” (Anti-NCP Fund) with an initial start-up of HK$10 million injected from its donation reserve in helping the Hong Kong people to overcome their financial difficulties.
 
The purpose of the Anti-NCP Fund is to support individuals and families suffering from sudden hardship inflicted by Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia (NCP). Target beneficiaries include breadwinners from the hotel, tourism, catering, transportation and retail sectors, as well as Hong Kong residents who are required to be quarantined.
 
About “The Community Chest Anti-NCP Rainbow Fund”:
  • The running of the Anti-NCP Fund will last for three months commencing 12 February 2020 (Wednesday).
  • The operation of the Anti-NCP Fund will be assisted by the existing 19 partner agencies of The Community Chest Rainbow Fund. Social workers will do the assessment and disburse the grant to the approved case. Enquirers are suggested to contact the social workers of the assessment centres for more details of application according to their residential address. Please visit the following website for information of all assessment centres in 18 districts in Hong Kong:
  • The grant amount will range from HK$2,000 to HK$10,000, depending on the family size.
The Community Chest welcomes corporate and individual donors to make donations to support the Anti-NCP Fund to help the people in need.
 
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