Accra: Dr Daniel McKorley, Chairman of the McDan Group of Companies, has demonstrated his commitment to giving back to society through the McDan Foundation by donating food items to thousands of widows in Accra. This philanthropic initiative was conducted in collaboration with RIDNE Food Consortium of Ukraine, aiming to support the less privileged members of the community.
According to Ghana News Agency, the donation included cartons of assorted food items such as wheat flour, canned turkey meat, and rice, which were presented to the beneficiaries at Mantse Agboena, James Town in Accra. Dr McKorley expressed his satisfaction at being able to bring joy to the widows, highlighting his dedication to giving back to the community and the nation.
The McDan Group has a long-standing tradition of engaging in Corporate Social Responsibility, with over 20 years of commitment. Dr McKorley emphasized the challenges faced by widows, stating, "Life is difficult, the system is difficult, and the economy is difficult, and widows are one forgotten people in this country, so if you asked me, I am very excited to celebrate the whole day with them."
Mr Sergii Kovalchuk, the Commercial Director of RIDNE Food Consortium, reaffirmed their commitment to supporting vulnerable communities in Ghana and Ukraine. He expressed optimism about further collaboration with the McDan Group to combine products from both countries for food production in Ghana.
The widows who benefited from the initiative expressed their gratitude to McDan and its partners for the much-needed support. The project is expected to expand to other regions in the country soon.
In addition to the food donation, the event featured health screening exercises conducted by medical officers from VIVA Health and Medical Foundation. The screenings included Body Mass Index checking, malaria testing, and blood pressure monitoring. Free prescriptions and over-the-counter medications were provided to those diagnosed with health issues.
This initiative was part of the McDan Widows Support Project, coinciding with the 2025 International Women's Day celebration, further highlighting the foundation's dedication to empowering women and supporting the community.
