Accra: Club 50, a social group established in 1990, has marked its 35th anniversary by donating cleaning materials valued at GHS25,000 to the Ho Teaching Hospital in the Volta Region. This donation, presented on Friday, September 26, underscores the club’s long-standing commitment to community service alongside mutual support among its members.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Dickson Kofi Pi-Bansa, Secretary of Club 50, emphasized that the gesture aligns with the group’s mission of integrating social support with community service. He explained that rather than celebrating with a traditional gathering, the club chose to contribute to the hospital’s cleaning facilities, which will benefit the broader public. Mr. Pi-Bansa highlighted the critical role of cleanliness in health facilities in preventing infections and noted that the group has a history of supporting local health institutions.
Mr. Pi-Bansa recounted previous initiatives by the club, such as providing two large poly tanks to the Ho Polyclinic to address water challenges and facilitating a standby generator donation to the Ho Municipal Hospital. He expressed pride in the club’s ability to mobilize resources, even from members abroad, for the donation and stressed the inclusivity and diverse backgrounds of its members.
Mr. George Tettey, Director of Administration at the Ho Teaching Hospital, accepted the donation on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Hintermann K.K. Mbroh. He praised Club 50 for the timely and essential contribution, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness in healthcare settings for maintaining high standards and ensuring patient care.
Mr. Tettey acknowledged that without the club’s intervention, the hospital would have needed to secure funds from other sources. The donated items, which include detergents, disinfectants, toiletries, and other cleaning supplies, are expected to significantly support the hospital’s sanitation and infection control efforts.
As Club 50 looks to the future, its members remain dedicated to community support, with a renewed focus on health and social development initiatives.