The company had originally hoped to transport all goods directly to Samoa on Pacific Blue aircraft, but an overwhelming response from New Zealanders meant all of the flights were full.
Determined to help those affected by the tsunami, Mondo has now formed a partnership with Habitat for Humanity and the Samoa Disaster Relief Council which will distribute goods to communities in need.
Mondo Travel marketing manager Gordon Bayne says Habitat for Humanity will arrange for all bedding, clothing and tinned goods delivered to Mondo stores to be taken to Samoa and distributed amongst the various communities.
“We were so disappointed that we couldn’t send extra aid up to Samoa ourselves, but we’re thrilled to be able to help Habitat for Humanity with the amazing work they’re doing in the islands.”
Mondo will also be collecting money to support Rotary Kerikeri with the fundraising it is doing to send a number of shelter boxes to the islands.
Shelter boxes, worth $1500, are practical, durable containers which include useful provisions such as tents.
They can also be used as food containers and cots.
Mondo stores are located in Auckland’s CBD, Mt Eden, Remuera, Takapuna, Orewa, Whangaparaoa, Chartwell (Hamilton), Cherrywood and Tauranga CBD, Kerikeri, Motueka, New Plymouth, Riccarton (Christchurch) and Whangarei.
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