On November 27, in Sa Pa (Lao Cai), the Ho Chi Minh City Union of Trading Cooperatives (Saigon Co.op) coordinated with partners to donate 2 houses to households affected by storm Yagi within the framework of the Co.op Cares program.
Representatives of Saigon Co.op cooperated with partners to donate houses for reconstruction after storm No. 3 to people in Sa Pa town (Lao Cai province) - Photo: VU HUY
The historic storm Yagi has caused serious consequences in the Northwest region, especially Sa Pa town. After the storm's circulation, a series of flash floods and landslides occurred, burying roads, causing heavy damage to people and property.
Efforts to share and ease the pain
In order to support people in flood-hit areas to overcome difficulties, on November 27, Saigon Co.op coordinated with the Ho Chi Minh City Business Association (HUBA) and the Entrepreneurs for Community Fund to organize the inauguration ceremony of 2 new houses in Sa Pa town with a total construction cost of 100 million VND.
The solid roofs not only help people stabilize their lives after natural disasters but are also a symbol of sharing and the spirit of "mutual love" of Saigon Co.op.
Previously, Saigon Co.op and the Co.opmart system in the North coordinated with the Central Red Cross Society and volunteer organizations to transport thousands of essential gifts to affected areas. The shipments included bottled water, canned meat, canned fish, cakes, milk and essential items, which helped people overcome the most difficult period.
As soon as the storm subsided, Saigon Co.op distribution centers operated 24/7 to coordinate vehicles and ensure goods reached distribution centers in the North quickly. A series of transport vehicles were mobilized, ensuring uninterrupted supply.
In particular, more than 200 tons of vegetables from Dong Nai, Lam Dong and the Western provinces, including water spinach, cabbage, cucumber, tomato and fruit, were urgently transported to the North to promptly serve the consumption needs of the people.
In addition to providing goods, Saigon Co.op also encouraged employees from unaffected areas to volunteer in disaster-hit areas. Volunteers have actively contributed to distributing relief goods and helping people restore their daily lives.
The relief efforts after Typhoon Yagi are a clear demonstration of Saigon Co.op's commitment. Through initiatives to provide non-profit goods, maintain stable prices and expand humanitarian support programs,... Saigon Co.op continues to affirm its pioneering role in building a strong community, not only in business but also in social action.
The noble gesture of the cooperative "one for all - all for one" is continued to be promoted by Saigon Co.op - Photo: VU HUY
Saigon Co.op representative said that supporting the community is not only a social responsibility but also an indispensable part of Saigon Co.op's business philosophy. We believe that a business is only truly successful when it contributes to the development and stability of the community it serves.
Representative of Saigon Co.op
Co.op Cares Community Platform
Co.op Cares is one of the outstanding activities to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Saigon Co.op, demonstrating the domestic retail enterprise's commitment to sustainable development. The project is not only an affirmation of Saigon Co.op's mission but also a practical step to improve the quality of life for the enterprise's community.
Co.op Cares aims to support the disadvantaged and areas in need, bringing a better quality of life to everyone. The program's projects have reached remote areas, bringing practical values that contribute to improving the lives of local people.
Typically, in June 2024, Saigon Co.op cooperated with Ho Chi Minh City Hospital of Odonto-Stomatology to launch the program "Your Smile - Our Happiness", giving 35 free surgeries and 100 gifts to children with cleft lip and cleft palate, bringing joy and confidence to them.
In November 2024, the program "Charity Supermarket - Lighting up Vietnamese goods" was held at Co.opmart An Nhon supermarket, presenting 50 gifts of necessities to disadvantaged families in Binh Dinh and Nhon Hung wards, Binh Dinh province. Each gift is worth 1,500,000 VND, helping households have more opportunities to buy quality Vietnamese products.
"Charity Supermarket" is a form of "zero-dong supermarket", an initiative to help people in difficult circumstances experience shopping at the supermarket. Each participant will receive a shopping voucher worth 1,500,000 VND and can choose any gift from the charity supermarket, including products from sponsor P&G and essential necessities.
From now until the end of November 2024, the supermarket system will continue to coordinate with P&G to give 350 gifts to people in need nationwide through the "Compassionate Supermarket" program at 6 locations in Ho Chi Minh City, Southeast - Central Highlands, West 1, West 2, North and Central regions.
Saigon Co.op is always there to provide timely support whenever our people encounter difficulties. Saigon Co.op representatives affirmed that they will continue to work with customers and partners to implement more meaningful and practical projects to help improve people's lives, support the disadvantaged and aim for sustainable development of society.
Representative of Co.opmart Vinh Long presented 35 million VND to support families of outstanding union members in difficult circumstances in Tam Binh district - Photo: Co.opmart Vinh Long
Co.opmart Vinh Long supports 58 million VND for social security
On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the Saigon Co.op system, Co.op Cares - a platform for community activities, has officially operated and implemented 150 projects in education, health and society. Contributing to supporting the disadvantaged, areas in need of help, towards the sustainable development of society.
Of which, Co.opmart Vinh Long supported 58 million VND for social projects, such as: giving 3 hot and cold water machines to the Vinh Long Center for Supporting the Development of Inclusive Education; coordinating with the People's Committee of Ward 1 (Vinh Long City) to give gratitude houses to families with revolutionary contributions; supporting families of outstanding union members with difficult circumstances in Tam Binh district.
Completed 150 Co.op Cares social projectsSource: https://tuoitre.vn/co-op-cares-den-tay-bac-tai-thiet-cuoc-song-cho-ba-con-vung-lu-20241130073957798.htm
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