The Children’s Support Fund, created to support the welfare and education of children orphaned by the tragic August 6, 2025, helicopter crash, has raised a total of GHS 8,600,905.00 and US$20,000.00 in donations so far.
In a public update released on Friday, October 17, Dr. Valerie Sawyerr, Senior Presidential Advisor on Governmental Affairs and Fund Coordinator, detailed contributions received between September 23 and October 12, 2025.
Key donors to the Fund include the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, BOST Energies, Bui Power Authority, Energy Commission, Ghana Cylinder Manufacturing Company Limited, and several agencies under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources.
Individual contributors such as Kow Eduakwa Sam, Israel Quarme Arye, Timothy Addai Adivilah Balagkutu, and Augustus Obuadum Tanoh were also recognized for their generosity.
Dr. Sawyerr expressed heartfelt appreciation to all institutions and individuals who have supported the initiative, urging continued donations to help the affected children. She outlined that contributions can be made through Stanbic Bank Ghana Limited (Stanbic Heights Branch, Accra) using designated GHS and USD accounts, with cheques and bank drafts payable to “Children Support Fund 6825.” Mobile money platforms are also available for donations.
The Children’s Support Fund was established in response to the devastating helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several public officials, including former Defence Minister Dr. Omane Boamah. The Fund aims to provide vital financial and educational aid to the children left behind by the tragedy.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
