Italian Red Cross accepts BTC as donations to fight the corona virus

[TravelMug]

Just wanted to share this, the Italian Red Cross is now readily accepting BTC (and altcoins) as donation to fight the corona virus pandemic.

The project has reached the target goal of € 10,000 to purchase the AMP: we did it thank to your generosity!
But we don't stop here, we reopen the fundraising campaign with a new goal: to complete the AMP core structure with the accessories necessary for emergency operations, such as a DefiMonitor (a defibrillator with vital signs monitor).

Regarding the second level Advanced Medical Post for COVID-19 pre-triage, we are proceeding with the purchase of the material to be ready for its deployment in the local area. We have attached the first quote in the project activities' section and, as purchased, we will also attach the relative invoice, which will be notarized in the Blockchain.

Your support is greatly appreciated!
Thank You!

https://app.helperbit.com/project/5e6a64ee84cb8662d901a29c/covid19-advanced-medical-post-for-pretriage-in-italy

[Jating]

It says that they have reach € 10,000 already, but it seems that the money is not enough. And at this trying times, if someone has some extra BTC, just dusting in your wallet, maybe this is the right now to donate it, just saying.

And it recent days, the fatality are so high, outside of China, I think Italy and Iran are the most affected by the Covid-19 virus.

[Oasisman]

In times like this, cryptocurrency and Bitcoin will be more appreciated because of it's digital characteristic, amidst the dreadful spread of the pandemic which physical fiat currency isn't an exemption to transmit the virus.
Everyone is encouraged to do payments through online to avoid transmitting the virus through the paper money.

Im afraid there would only be small amount that can be pooled for this charity because people in most part of the globe has been severely affected by the covid-19 and they as well needs funds to survive.

[verita1]

I applaud the initiative of the Italian Red Cross for taking fundraising measures through donations with Bitcoin and other coins to assist those affected by covid-19. We know that this measure is very successful and that it can give a quick and urgent response in this case to the issue of health.
Thanks for the post! I will be sharing on Social media!

[pooya87]

it is interesting that they have already received $10000 worth of bitcoin which is about 2 bitcoins since during times when price is dropping or had a big drop like these days people are rarely willing to spend their bitcoins (or donate). they either go back to cold storage hodling or they panic sell at a loss after the drop was ended.

[davis196]

I applaud the initiative of the Italian Red Cross for taking fundraising measures through donations with Bitcoin and other coins to assist those affected by covid-19. We know that this measure is very successful and that it can give a quick and urgent response in this case to the issue of health.
Thanks for the post! I will be sharing on Social media!

The project's goal is way too small-only 10,000 USD.It has gathered more than 14,9K USD from only 27 donations!
So the average donation is around 553,81 USD!I guess that the project isn't promoted enough across social media platforms.27 donations is a really low amount.The funds haven't been used yet.
It's a great initiative and platforms like Helperbit can help for bitcoin mass adoption and fighting the coronavirus at once.

[ukon]

Hearing the news that in Italy in 1 day 300 more corona virus patients die I know this is very concerned with the situation in Italy getting worse like this, with there donations like this might be enough to update the corona virus patients there are so many donations that go into I think this donation will reach their target because all over the world we care about the corona virus so many patients are in dire need of it.

I pray that in Italy it will not get too bad with this Covid-19.

[joinfree]

That's a great initiative to help the people in Italy. frankly speaking I don't know why the Italians have been hit so greatly with this pandemic but I think this is the least of help people all across the globe can be off help to them. Just yesterday I heard they have recorded the highest daily deaths since this pandemic broke out. I would donate to this programme at the end of the month when I am paid at the end of the month by my company.

[Meowth05]

This is a very big opportunity for the bitcoin to make another contribution in alleviating the ongoing crisis. This is also helpful in making a very good face for the cryptocurrency in our society.  Increased good reputation will surely help in making cryptocurrency a staple in the growing global economy.

[tungaqhd]

Just wanted to share this, the Italian Red Cross is now readily accepting BTC (and altcoins) as donation to fight the corona virus pandemic.

The project has reached the target goal of € 10,000 to purchase the AMP: we did it thank to your generosity!
But we don't stop here, we reopen the fundraising campaign with a new goal: to complete the AMP core structure with the accessories necessary for emergency operations, such as a DefiMonitor (a defibrillator with vital signs monitor).

Regarding the second level Advanced Medical Post for COVID-19 pre-triage, we are proceeding with the purchase of the material to be ready for its deployment in the local area. We have attached the first quote in the project activities' section and, as purchased, we will also attach the relative invoice, which will be notarized in the Blockchain.

Your support is greatly appreciated!
Thank You!

https://app.helperbit.com/project/5e6a64ee84cb8662d901a29c/covid19-advanced-medical-post-for-pretriage-in-italy

Accepting Bitcoin/ Altcoins helps foreigners donate to the Italian Red Cross easier. It is happy to know that ~3 BTC is donated, I hope Cryptocurrency community could help them. The value would increase once Bitcoin pump.

[LeGaulois]

When there's money to be taken, they'll take anything and everything. You'd better be careful who or what you donate your money/bitcoins to.

Instead of helping people, your money could very well be used to pay for other things.
In 2010 after the Haiti earthquake they used $125 million of donation its own internal expenses, This is just an example, by the way, I could give some others.

Like when they supplied for 4 years, blood which it knew might be tainted with Hepatitis C and HIV, More than 1,100 Canadians were infected with HIV and 20,000 contracted Hepatitis C from blood transfusions given by the Red Cross during that period.

The American Red Cross is an institution full of scandal and bigotry https://www.grunge.com/136639/the-untold-truth-of-the-american-red-cross/

[The Sceptical Chymist]

And it recent days, the fatality are so high, outside of China, I think Italy and Iran are the most affected by the Covid-19 virus.

That's my understanding as well--and I'm pretty sure Italy tops the list as far as the countries that have been hit hardest.

I've sent bitcoin a few times recently, and it seems like the network is pretty congested.  Not sure if everyone else is having that issue, but I've had to up the network fees significantly just to get a confirmation within a few hours.  While the transactions will go through eventually, it would be kind of a pain in the ass for the Red Cross to have to wait for funds coming in via bitcoin donations.  Still, I think it's great and I might actually donate a few bucks' worth to them. 

When there's money to be taken, they'll take anything and everything. You'd better be careful who or what you donate your money/bitcoins to.

Yeah, that's the only issue that gives me pause.  I don't have anything against the Red Cross, because no institution is pristine, but you never know how your money is going to get used.

[Sheriff Woody]

I think bitcoin is now on the world map to be an acceptable mode of payment all we need are those global market places to accept it too and we are golden.

And with this pandemic everyone will try to avoid cash for the time being which should allow digital cash to flourish, thanks red cross.

[chaser15]

Does every Red Cross in country like mine implement it? I can't really get outside right now if I were to donate money to them. However I believe that it would be unlikely to be implemented due to how low Bitcoin usage my country has.
I would consider donating there in Italy though. I've heard that Italy got it bad when the virus reached their country, and I would hope that they would recover from this pandemic.

No need actually for BTC donation if you really want to help. Just go to their website and check if what's the most convenient way for you to donate in fiat.

You mentioned you can't get outside? Is that because of the virus and your place is currently under the quarantine? If yes then I think it's better if you donate instead in your place. I know you want to give hands to Italy but let the rest of the world do it and lend a hand to your community instead.

I think Italy will tell you the same and they will appreciate your desire to help.

[AakZaki]

If there is a disaster like this, one's social life is questioned.  To provide a little help to those who experience disaster.
But this time almost all countries in the world experienced this disaster, it felt like to help this activity for Italy.
But on the other hand my own country is also in this disaster, so this time I prioritize my country, which is currently experiencing a death rate of up to 8% due to this Corona virus.

[GreatArkansas]

If there is a disaster like this, one's social life is questioned.  To provide a little help to those who experience disaster.
But this time almost all countries in the world experienced this disaster, it felt like to help this activity for Italy.
But on the other hand my own country is also in this disaster, so this time I prioritize my country, which is currently experiencing a death rate of up to 8% due to this Corona virus.

Yeah, most of us experienced these kind of situation and have the feelings where we have much priority in our own country.
But I think it is much pretty nice first to appreciate what some entity allowed in Italy where you can give a donation using Bitcoin.
Let's hope it will become also available in our own countries.

[Twinkledoe]

If there is a disaster like this, one's social life is questioned.  To provide a little help to those who experience disaster.
But this time almost all countries in the world experienced this disaster, it felt like to help this activity for Italy.
But on the other hand my own country is also in this disaster, so this time I prioritize my country, which is currently experiencing a death rate of up to 8% due to this Corona virus.

Yeah, most of us experienced these kind of situation and have the feelings where we have much priority in our own country.
But I think it is much pretty nice first to appreciate what some entity allowed in Italy where you can give a donation using Bitcoin.
Let's hope it will become also available in our own countries.

Not all countries have the option to donate in their respective Red Cross via crypto. But the good thing here is that they are now recognizing the power of btc transaction in situation like this.  No third party interference. Just send some satoshis to their wallet from your wallet and that's it. I hope there is something like that also in my country where we are also currently lockdown. I guess we are all in lockdown.

[samcrypto]

If there is a disaster like this, one's social life is questioned.  To provide a little help to those who experience disaster.
But this time almost all countries in the world experienced this disaster, it felt like to help this activity for Italy.
But on the other hand my own country is also in this disaster, so this time I prioritize my country, which is currently experiencing a death rate of up to 8% due to this Corona virus.

Those who have extra money can donate without any hesitation, but if your budget is only enough for your needs and the people around you then its ok to prioritize your own country. Accepting bitcoin is a big move by red cross and I do also hope that every country with Red Cross should also do the same thing, people around the world also want to donate and help each country, this can be an easy way for them to donate.

[Sadlife]

Bitcoin really has step up in the times of crisis, in this type of situation switching to Cryptocurrency is the most convenient thing to do rather than using local paper money possibly endangering their very lives with physical transaction and getting infected with the virus and also we'll expect the employment rate to drop. Bitcoin can be also a good source of income considering all banks are closed in this pandemic.

Im also one those people affected in becoming jobless due to the virus. Luckily Bitcoin provides some side hustle in this trying times.

[Reatim]

Meaning the Italian Government is seeking Help not just from their country,nor Europe but instead for the Whole world?

but this is best action they made so anyone who knows bitcoin or crypto may send donation and the advantage is anonymity things that cryptonians really love.

but suddenly i cannot offer some help because my own country is also suffering from this Pandemic and instead of helping italian i would choose to help my countrymen.