Gulf Bank’s ‘Give Life’ Continues Also in September

Kuwait – September 12, 2012: Gulf Bank, a provider of the best and fastest service in Kuwait, today announced that its ‘Give Life’ blood donation movement will continue in all its branches throughout September. The ‘Give Life’ movement includes a road show to help build awareness about the value of blood donation amongst the public, showing them how simple and easy it is to help save lives.

The Bank’s current round of visits commenced on 5 September at the Jahra branch, and will continue at the Jahra 2 branch on 12 September, Sabah Al-Naser branch on 19 September, Khaldiya branch on 29 September.

Fawzy Al-Thunayan, General Manager of Board Affairs at Gulf Bank said: “Gulf Bank is a part of Kuwait’s economic and social fabric, and it is committed to playing a positive role in the community’s wellbeing. Blood donation is one important way in which almost anyone can contribute to the continued health of our community. Our goal, through the ‘Give Life’ movement, is to help increase awareness of the vital importance of blood donation and how it can save lives. We are very encouraged by the success of this initiative so far and urge as many people as possible to participate and encourage others to become involved. Donation is very easy and quick, and donors can easily do so by visiting one of the Bank’s branches on the scheduled dates, where there will be experts on hand to assist and answer questions.”

Regular bulletins on the progress of the ‘Give Life’ movement are given on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and via SMS. Information about how much blood has been donated, and how many lives have been saved is updated following each blood donation event. To find out more about the blood donation process you can also visit the Bank’s website where there is a section that includes frequently asked questions and forthcoming blood donation events.

This press release has been issued by Gulf Bank.