Cultural ambassador of Liberia madam Julie Endee has launched a fundraiser aim at impetrate financial assistance and contribution for the betterment of ophans left behind by fallen Liberia Musical icon Caesar Gartor, with a call on young Liberian to lay a foundation instead of lavishing form generated from their performance or talent.
Mr. Gartor , a renowned Liberian Artist reportedly died from high blood pressure on Saturday, August 7, 2021. At the age of 70. Later this Same year his wife Oretha Gartor predeceased him on April 29.
The fallen couple left behind five children between the ages of 12 years and three months old respectively.
Speaking to news conference in Monrovia on Tuesday, August 10, Ambassador Endee described the fallen Liberian musician as a great statesman who served his country in various capacities.
Mr. Gartor was also an employee of the National Cultural Troupe of Liberia which is under MICAT as the lead singer in the band, and the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL).
Mr. Gartor who flown the flag of Liberia at both national and international occasions should not be downplayed or ignored said the ambassador.
According to her, the LCP has officially written the Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) to provide some level of assistance-a plea that has received a positive response.
Account setup
Madam Endee further disclosed that an account has been setup at the Afriland Bank in Monrovia for the sake of transparency and accountability in handling funds that will be received for the purpose intended.
The account number is: 0100010201667705-32, with holder title LCP/Caeser Gartor Go Fund
The signatories to the account include two representatives from the LCP and a representative from the Musician Union.
