OREANDA-NEWS. On 15 April 2009 was announced, that a fund-raising initiative has been launched among 170,000 employees in all 22 countries where the Group operates.

UniCredit Group is close to the people affected by the earthquake in Abruzzo (Italy) and, to testify  its commitment, has allocated 1 million euro to help the region.

Within the solidarity initiative, the Group will also invite its 170,000 employees, in the 22 countries where it operates, to collaborate by donating an amount equivalent to one hour’s gross salary as further help.

UniCredit is ready to coordinate its own efforts with those of the Italian banking system and social welfare organisations.