NEW YORK- On October 23, 2001, H.S.H. Prince Albert of Monaco will be in New York City to present Mayor Rudolph Giuliani with the proceeds of Monaco’s September 11th Solidarity Fund, created by the Principality following the terror attacks on the United States. After an official meeting of His Highness and Mayor Giuliani at City Hall, H.S.H. Prince Albert will tour the Ground Zero area and show support to the firefighters, police, and rescue workers. He will also visit the Pier 94 Family Center to show his sympathy to the victim’s families.

Monégasque residents and businesses, touched by the tragedy that befell their dear and close ally, contributed $500,000 to the Monaco September 11th Solidarity Fund. United with their effort is the Princess Grace Foundation-USA, a New York-based organization dedicated to supporting performing artists in America. The Princess Grace Foundation will donate 50% of the net proceeds of their October 22nd New York awards gala to the Monaco solidarity fund.

The Monaco fund will be contributed to the Twin Towers Relief Fund established by Mayor Giuliani to assist, support, and recognize the families of members of New York City’s uniformed services.

Through the legacy and sweet remembrance of American-born Princess Grace, the Principality of Monaco has for many decades enjoyed long-lasting and intimate ties with the United States and its people. For over forty years, the Principality has had representative offices in New York City and has collaborated with the United States on numerous business and charitable endeavors, humanitarian causes and cultural exchanges. In addition, Monaco enjoys the reputation as one of America’s beloved tourist destinations.

“We are honored to support America in this terrible time of suffering and loss. Monaco’s heritage is directly linked with the United States and although our country is small, our hearts are big. We have been uniquely touched by the recent tragic events and hope that our contribution demonstrates our unending solidarity and unity with the United States,” said Maguy Maccario-Doyle, Consul General of Monaco in New York.

For more information, contact the Monaco Consulate at (800) 753-9696 or e-mail mgto@monaco1.org.