Roger Federer Donates 1M Swiss Francs In Fight Against COVID-19
Roger Federer donates 1m Swiss francs to help 'vulnerable families in Switzerland'
In the fight against COVID-19, Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer and his wife Mirka have donated 1m Swiss francs (£857,000) "for the most vulnerable families in Switzerland" and have called on others to add their support.
"These are challenging times for everyone and nobody should be left behind. Mirka and I have personally decided to donate one million Swiss Francs for the most vulnerable families in Switzerland," said Federer in the post.
"Our contribution is just a start. We hope that others might join in supporting more families in need. Together we can overcome this crisis! Stay healthy!"
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Switzerland has imposed a ban on all private and public events and has closed all non-essential businesses until at least 19 April.
"Our contribution is just a start. We hope that others might join in supporting more families in need. Together we can overcome this crisis! Stay healthy!"
— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) March 25, 2020
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Switzerland has imposed a ban on all private and public events and has closed all non-essential businesses until at least 19 April.
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