SINILOAN, Laguna – The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) opened a new branch of its Laguna Chapter in the multipurpose building of Barangay Wawa here on April 29.
The opening program was led by PRC Chairman and CEO Sen. Richard "Dick" Gordon.
Also in attendance were Chapter Administrator Frank Gray Sorromero and members of the Laguna Chapter Board of Directors.
During his speech, Gordon acknowledged Siniloan Mayor Rainier Leopando, who supported the establishment of the PRC branch in Siniloan.
Gordon reiterated that the PRC is not a government entity but an organization of volunteers working to uplift human dignity and alleviate suffering.
The senator also lauded PRC volunteers for their leadership amid the pandemic and for empowering people as they fulfilled their duty.