Celestyal supporting blood donation campaign and fight against cancer
Celestyal is supporting two charitable events this year, the 2024 Celestyal Blood Bank and the 16th Race for the Cure.
The 2024 Celestyal blood donation campaign, in partnership with the Metaxa Hospital of Piraeus, is part of a wider programme with this year’s blood drive held onboard Celestyal Journey on September 21.
Celestyal is also participating in the 16th Race for the Cure, taking place September 28-29, at the Zappeion in central Athens. This annual event, dedicated to the fight against breast cancer, promotes prevention, celebrates life and raises funds to support programmes that aid women battling cancer.
Blood donation
Celestyal CEO Chris Theophilides said, ‘We take immense pride in supporting the communities we serve, both locally and globally. Our ongoing blood donation campaign is not only a testament to our commitment to providing critical medical aid but also an opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives.’
The blood drive programme, established in 2016, is supported by Celestyal’s head office employees and crew members twice a year to aid medical emergencies and urgent blood needs in local healthcare.
The cruise line also welcomes volunteers from outside the business, including local residents and passengers, to participate in the blood donation scheme by visiting one of the public hospitals and donating in the Celestyal Blood Bank account.
To date, Celestyal has successfully donated a total of 166 units of blood.
Fight against cancer
Theophilides continued, ‘We are also thrilled to be participating in this year’s Race for the Cure, a cause close to our hearts. By coming together as a team, across multiple countries, we aim to raise awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer. It’s a privilege to be part of such meaningful initiatives, and we encourage everyone to join us in supporting these vital causes.’
Celestyal’s head office team are joining the Race for the Cure alongside their international colleagues, participating in parallel events across the globe to raise funds for the charity. The individual who comes first place in the race will be given a gift voucher from Celestyal for a four-night ‘Iconic Aegean’ cruise on Celestyal Discovery.
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