Buk bilong Pikinini received K49,045.68 from the Sir Theo Foundation to support its Library Corner at Port Moresby General Hospital on Monday, May 11.
The library, located in Paediatric Ward 3C, was Buk bilong Pikinini’s first learning centre established in 2007 and provides books, literacy activities, and early learning materials for admitted children and their families.
The Sir Theo Foundation, the charitable arm of the Constantinou Group of Companies, has supported BbP since 2008, making it one of the organisation’s longest-standing partners.
The cheque was presented by George Constantinou and received by Executive Officer, Leanne Resson.
Mr. Constantinou said the foundation remained committed to supporting education and health initiatives in Papua New Guinea.
“We are pleased to continue supporting the work and mission of Buk bilong Pikinini. Supporting education and health remains a key focus of the foundation, and we look forward to continuing this partnership into the future,” he said.
Ms. Resson thanked the foundation for its continued support, saying the partnership helps deliver much-needed educational resources to children receiving treatment at the hospital.
“The Sir Theo Foundation and the Constantinou Group of Companies have been valued supporters of Buk bilong Pikinini since 2008.”
“We are truly grateful for their continued support, which enables Buk bilong Pikinini to provide much-needed educational resources and programmes for children admitted to hospital, as well as their siblings.”
Head nurse of the ward, Sister Martha Rapea, also acknowledged the positive impact the library corner continues to have on children and families during their hospital stay.
Foundation board members Meghan Toka and Courtney Abel were also present to witness the presentation and reaffirm the importance of the partnership in promoting literacy and child wellbeing.
BbP said the continued backing from the Sir Theo Foundation and the Constantinou Group of Companies would further strengthen its mission to improve early literacy and learning opportunities for children across Papua New Guinea.
