Verizon waives calling charges to Afghanistan
Verizon is waiving call charges to Afghanistan for both consumer and business wireless customers, as well as residential landline customers, from August 24 to September 6, 2021.
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Verizon is waiving call charges to Afghanistan for both consumer and business wireless customers, as well as residential landline customers, from August 24 to September 6, 2021. This initiative aims to support those wishing to connect with loved ones during a critical time. Additionally, customers can donate $10 to aid efforts in Afghanistan by texting RESCUE to 25383. Verizon, a leading technology and communications provider, generated $128.3 billion in revenue in 2020, indicating its strong market position.
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- Waiving call charges to Afghanistan enhances customer goodwill.
- Opportunity for customers to contribute to disaster relief efforts.
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Wireless consumer and business customers as well as residential landline customers can call to Afghanistan for free
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Aug. 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to developments in Afghanistan, Verizon will waive charges for calls from its consumer and business wireless customers as well as its residential landline customers to Afghanistan, from Aug. 24 through Sept. 6.
"During this time of need, customers need to stay connected with loved ones in Afghanistan," said Ronan Dunne, executive vice president and CEO of Verizon Consumer Group for Verizon. "Waiving these kinds of calling charges will help them focus on what matters: communicating with family and friends."
Beginning today, Tuesday (Aug. 24), all calls made from Verizon residential landline, and consumer or business wireless phones to Afghanistan will be rated at
Text to Donate to provide relief to Afghanistan
Verizon’s wireless customers can help with relief to those affected in Afghanistan through the International Rescue Committee, which offers people in Afghanistan shelter, education, clean water, health support and other aid. Customers can donate
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of
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