THE Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company (GTT) has raised $10M in funds through its virtual Pinktober 2020 events.

Making the announcement in the spirit of World Cancer Day 2021 (February 4), GTT’s Pinktober Coordinator, Diana Gittens, said she was thrilled that the company with inputs from Guyanese, was able to meet its target, despite the coronavirus pandemic.

Gittens, on behalf of GTT, pledged to continue the fight against cancer through fundraising to support cancer care — and by being the champion of cancer awareness in Guyana.

“We knew it was impossible to host our regular activities, especially with the necessary physical-distancing policies in place. However, we are eternally grateful to all who were able to purchase a Pinktober bottle and sponsor our Pinktober events, thereby joining us in a national effort to combat cancer and ensure cancer care provision. Your support will go towards strengthening our fight against cancer and is a truly tangible reminder that we are in this together,” Gittens said.

“I would however like to give special recognition to Mobile Network Services LLC, the Guyana Marketing Corporation, the Guyana Oil Company, General Data Tech, Huawei Marine Systems, Infinera, Unicomer (Courts-Guyana), Supreme Court Registry and Ansa McAl Trading Limited. It is because of their corporate commitment that we were able to amass the amount of funds raised in 2020. However, each and every purchase from individuals, groups and organisations, also went towards the Cause – and we thank you,” Gittens emphasised.

GTT’s 2020 Pinktober outreach consisted of a series of virtual and interactive activities, including Fit and Pink Friday, a newly added TikTok challenge, Pink Friday and a dedicated Mental Health Day in addition to the annual sales of Pinktober-branded items. All proceeds raised go 100 per cent into cancer care and treatment to the benefit of patients across Guyana.