Viber Pledges Financial Aid To Philippine National Red Cross, GMA Kapuso Foundation

In light of the current state of calamity in the Central Visayas region wrought by super typhoon Yolanda, Viber has pledged its financial aid to the Philippine National Red Cross and GMA Kapuso Foundation.

Aside from its charitable contribution, Viber has also spearheaded its own typhoon relief campaign called “Viber Helps.”

On top of this initiative is its Viber Out, a new service that allows Viber users to make free calls to Globe mobile subscribers in the Philippines. The service was borne out of the pressing need to address the breakdown of communication services in the typhoon-stricken areas in the Visayas.

With the support of Globe Telecom, Viber was able to come up with a timely solution that should bridge the communication gap and allow affected families to get in touch with their relatives to and from the calamity zones.

In addition, Viber has also launched its “Sagip Tawag” relief communication centers in partnership with Ayala Malls. Strategically located all throughout the 14 Ayala Malls nationwide, these public service booths will be equipped with mobile phones and laptops which will give public access for free international and local calls.

Philippine National Red Cross Chairman and CEO Richard Gordon lauds Viber’s charitable contribution and timely assistance in the country’s disaster management program.

“Apart from food, clothing and shelter, communication plays an important part in linking Filipinos to their families and relatives, and providing relief volunteers with the proper link to coordinate with their constituents,” he stresses.