A sum of Lm5,864 was yesterday presented by President and Mrs de Marco, on behalf of the Malta Community Chest Fund, to Gozitan individuals and societies.
In all, 23 individuals and seven philanthropic institutions benefited from the donation.
The individuals received a total of Lm3,454 out of which Lm2,000 consists of assistance for specialised apparatus such as wheelchairs and lifting chairs.
The philanthropic institutions - Arka Foundation, Dar Karolina, OASI Foundation, Tobit Foundation, St Dominic Home, Lourdes Home and Guzeppa Debono Home - received a total of Lm2,410.
The President and Mrs de Marco were in turn presented with donations in aid of the Community Chest Fund by various schools in Gozo.