KIPCO Group companies organize blood donation drive on World Donor Day
KUWAIT: For the second consecutive year, Kuwait Projects Company (Holding) - KIPCO, Kamco Invest, United Real Estate Company (URC), and United Facilities Management (UFM) came together to organize a blood donation drive in collaboration with the Kuwait Central Blood Bank, under the theme "Be the Reason". The campaign reflects a powerful message that by choosing to donate blood, each individual has the power to be the reason someone heals, survives, or finds renewed hope. This initiative was held in occasion of World Blood Donor Day, which takes place annually on June 14. Building on the success of last year's campaign, this initiative reflects the group's continued dedication to corporate social responsibility and collective action that delivers sustainable community impact.
Hosted at the Chairman's Club on the 54th floor of KIPCO Tower, the drive witnessed strong engagement from employees across all participating companies, reinforcing a shared culture of collaboration and social solidarity. The initiative aligns with the strategic direction of KIPCO Group companies in integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into their operations. By actively supporting public health through meaningful initiatives, the group demonstrates its ongoing commitment to sustainability and community well-being. This campaign reaffirms the power of unified efforts between sister companies and healthcare partners in driving real, lasting change.
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