Legal Basis and Institutional Role
- The Philippine National Red Cross (PNRC) is a body corporate and politic established under Republic Act No. 95, as amended by Republic Act No. 855.
- It is the official organization designated to assist the Philippines in fulfilling obligations under the Geneva Convention.
- The PNRC performs functions inherent to a national Red Cross society, including humanitarian assistance and emergency response.
Funding and Support Dependencies
- The PNRC relies solely on voluntary public contributions to fulfill its duties and responsibilities.
- Its operations and programs are sustained through generous donations from citizens, residents, associations, and organizations.
Public Welfare and National Significance
- The PNRC is recognized as an indispensable institution promoting public welfare, particularly in times of emergency.
- It symbolizes the national spirit of compassion and contributes to aspirations for world peace and understanding.
Call to Action for Citizens and Authorities
- All citizens, residents, associations, and organizations are urged to actively participate and generously support the fund campaign.
- National, provincial, city, municipal, and barrio government officials, as well as school authorities, are authorized and encouraged to take leadership roles in fundraising activities.
- Local government and community leaders are specifically called upon to initiate and lead fundraising efforts within their jurisdictions.
Formal Authorization and Enactment
- The proclamation is signed by the President of the Philippines and accompanied by the official seal.
- This formal declaration serves as an official government mandate for the period and activities of the fund campaign.