Sony establishes a new corona support fund of over 10 billion yen April 2 17:48
In response to the worldwide spread of the new coronavirus, Sony has set up a fund of more than ¥ 10 billion in Japanese yen to provide medical, educational and cultural support.
Sony has set up a fund of more than $ 100 million in Japanese yen to support those affected by the spread of the new coronavirus globally.
Of these, WHO will donate $ 10 million or more to billions of yen to the World Health Organization and Doctors Without Borders, and consider partnering with other companies and organizations to consider support activities that will lead to the prevention and treatment of infection. I am.
In the field of education, the company plans to enhance the environment where children who are affected by school closures and restrictions on going out can study via the Internet.
In addition, in terms of culture, such as music and movies, the company will support artists and creators whose income has been reduced due to the suspension of concerts and the production of movies and TV shows.
With regard to the spread of the new coronavirus, there is a movement among other Japanese companies to provide donations and provide medical equipment.