DANANG, Vietnam, Aug. 4,
2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MoneyGram (NASDAQ: MGI), a global
provider of innovative money transfer and payment services,
dedicated a two-classroom kindergarten in the Tay Giang District in
the Quang Nam Province last week
through the MoneyGram Foundation, making it the second sponsorship
of a school of this type. MoneyGram officials were joined by two of
MoneyGram's agent collaborators in Vietnam. The kindergarten was built by
Children of Vietnam, a leading
U.S. non-profit organization with local offices focused on
providing educational services to children.
The kindergarten was opened with an inaugural ceremony on
July 28, 2015, attended by the local
community, representatives from MoneyGram and Children of
Vietnam, and two of MoneyGram's
agents in Vietnam – DongA Bank and
Saigon Bank.
"The MoneyGram Foundation is focused on giving back to the
communities of people around the world who rely on our money
transfer services. We will continue to build our network in this
country as Vietnam is a leading
recipient of global remittances. MoneyGram is committed to
supporting programs that can reach those communities that are in
need of educational resources and access," said Yogesh Sangle, MoneyGram's senior regional
director for Asia. "We are proud
to work with Children of Vietnam
to build a kindergarten that will provide access to education for
hundreds of children for years to come."
The kindergarten is called Alua Kindergarten and is located next
to another kindergarten sponsored by the MoneyGram Foundation–
Kxeng Kindergarten, which opened last year. The two buildings can
accommodate up to 50 children each school year and provide the
students a learning environment equipped with ceiling fans,
lighting, electrical system, water system, indoor toilets,
washroom, and an awning for shade. The two kindergartens are
currently the only educational facilities for children between ages
3-6 serving the Tay Giang community.
The MoneyGram Foundation is a private, grant making foundation
focused solely on improving the access and quality of education for
children around the world.
About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a
global provider of innovative money transfer and payment services
and is recognized worldwide as a financial connection to friends
and family. Whether online, or through a mobile device, at a kiosk
or in a local store, we connect consumers any way that is
convenient for them. We also provide bill payment services, issue
money orders and process official checks in select markets. More
information about MoneyGram International, Inc. is available at
moneygram.com.
About MoneyGram Foundation
MoneyGram established the MoneyGram Foundation in 2012 to help
children around the world gain access to educational facilities and
learning resources. Its mission is firmly rooted in the belief that
education is at the heart of better economic opportunities,
healthier families and individual freedom and empowerment. The
MoneyGram Foundation is focused on inspiring minds and improving
lives and grants funds to deserving organizations with this mission
in mind. To learn more, please visit moneygramfoundation.org or
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