This total is thanks to the generosity of Principality staff and customers who have pledged their support for the appeal.
A special account has been opened by Principality, which has branches in communities across Wales and the borders, into which any member of the public can pay their donations. The donations are distributed by Y Care International - the international development and relief agency of the YMCA in the UK and Ireland.
The funds are urgently used to help those people affected by the earthquake before the first snowfall. Hundreds of doctors from all over Pakistan and around the world are arriving in the earthquake-stricken region to support or replace medical staff overwhelmed by the disaster, which shattered the health and infrastructure of Azad Kashmir and the eastern districts of the North Western Frontier Province.
Mr Tracy Morshead, managing director of Principality Building Society, said: “It’s important that we play our part in making it as easy as possible for the public to donate money towards this appeal.
“Donations to Principality Building Society‘s Earthquake Appeal enables Y Care International to ensure that aid is delivered where it is needed most and as quickly as possible.”
Donations to the Principality’s Niger Appeal can be made over the counter at any of Principality’s 51 branches throughout Wales and the borders. Customers can visit www.principality.co.uk or phone 0845 0450 452 to find their nearest branch.
