The city of Phoenix and Phoenix Sister Cities are working to help our friends in Chengdu, China with relief efforts from Monday’s massive earthquake. Tax-deductible donations can be made at all local Wells Fargo bank branches to the “Chengdu Earthquake Relief Fund – Account #3522506934.” Phoenix and Chengdu have teamed as Sister Cities for more than 20 years, with frequent visits, exchange programs and other partnerships.

“Our hearts and prayers go out to our friends in Chengdu and their families,” said Phoenix City Councilman Michael Johnson, the Council’s liaison to Chengdu. “We’re continuing to work closely with our friends there on many important cultural and civic issues and we want to help them in their time of need.”

Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, is about 60 miles from the earthquake’s epicenter.

“We will be working with Chengdu officials to assess their needs and assist them during this critical time,” said Paula West, executive director of Phoenix Sister Cities.

For additional information, contact the Phoenix Sister Cities office at 602-534-3751.