The Welfare Council successfully held its Charity Raffle 2017 from mid March to May 2017. Blessed with the support of every generous donor, supporting organizations, staff and the S.K.H. communities, the event has raised more than HK$4.6 million. Funds raised from the activity will be dedicated to support the Welfare Council’s services, such as the development of innovative projects and providing and social support services, thus better suit the needs of individuals who require assistance. On 5th May, the Welfare Council invited its professional consultants, sponsors, teachers and service users of the Western District Elderly Community Centre and St. Luke’s Settlement Neighbourhood Elderly Centre to the Charity Raffle 2017 Lucky Draw. All prizes were drawn in the presence of the guests while awards of appreciation were also presented to the Sheng Kung Hui’s secondary schools, primary schools and kindergartens and churches which raised the most fund to thank them for their support.
The Lucky Draw were held at the David Li Kwok Po Community Hall, H.K.S.K.H. St. James’ Church, where some of the Charity Raffle consultants including the Rt Revd Andrew Chan, Bishop of the H.K.S.K.H. Diocese of Western Kowloon and the Rt Revd Dr Timothy Kwok, Bishop of the H.K.S.K.H. Diocese of Eastern Kowloon, the Revd Tsui Yuk Dan, the Diocesan General Secretary of the H.K.S.K.H. Diocese of Hong Kong Island,Mr Wilson Mok, Vice-Chairman, Anglican (Hong Kong) Early Childhood Education Council Limited, Mr. Tse Chang Keung, Chief Administrator, Anglican (Hong Kong) Primary Schools Council Limited, and Ms. Terese Wong, Chairman, Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Women’s League, together with Mr Lo Kin-ming, Honorary Treasurer of the Welfare Council, drew 60 winning numbers on the spot. Guests eagerly checked their tickets to see whether the winning numbers in hand.
In her speech, Dr Lee, Director of the Welfare Council, said, “The Welfare Council has held its Charity Raffle activity for the third consecutive year. Apart from the sale of raffle tickets at the Sheng Kung Hui’s churches, schools and social service units this year, limited teddy bears designed by the Welfare Council were also sold for charity. The lovely teddy bears were sought after, contributing to an increment to the total charity income. On top of that, during March to April 2017, the Welfare Council was allowed to place donation boxes at 60 shops, creating the opportunity to encourage the public to give generously through the event and get to know the Welfare Council. Support and encouragement from you truly attributed to the impressive results of the Charity Raffle 2017.” Dr Lee was grateful for the support from all sectors and encouraged employees to maintain their efforts to raise funds for the disadvantaged groups in the coming year.
Mr Lo Kin-ming, Honorary Treasurer of the Welfare Council, then presented awards of appreciation to sponsors and supporting companies. Also, to thank Kia Motors (Hong Kong) Ltd. for sponsoring the first prize, the Welfare Council gave an exclusive paper craft meticuously designed by Mr Sun, a 88-year-old man received the “Honorary Award” of the 21st Outstanding Volunteer Awards Presentation Ceremony, to a representative from Kia Motors (Hong Kong) Ltd. Spending over 10 production days, Uncle Sun worked seriously from the start to finish. The lovely paper craft features a logo of Kia Motors (Hong Kong) Ltd. as well as traditional Chinese pattern to symbolize good luck.
Furthermore, the Sheng Kung Hui’s secondary schools, primary schools and kindergartens and churches of dioceses of Hong Kong Island, Eastern Kowloon and Western Kowloon which raised the most fund were awarded the “Most Caring Heart Awards”, the heart-shape mosaic art pieces made by members of the PGR Fusion. Last but not least, the Welfare Council feels grateful to every generous donor, consultant members and other groups for their full support of the Charity Raffle 2017. Funds raised will go to the Welfare Council’s social services supporting the S.K.H. community as well as every community member.
Recipients of the Most Caring Heart Awards
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Church (HK Island) |
HKSKH St. Mary’s Church |
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Church (Eastern Kowloon) |
HKSKH Holy Trinity Cathedral |
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Church (Western Kowloon) |
HKSKH All Saints' Church |
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Secondary School |
St. Stephen’s Girls’ College |
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Primary School |
Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division |
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Kindergarten |
Sheng Kung Hui Kindergarten |
Acknowledgment to the Supporting Organisations (in no particular order):
- Kia Motors (Hong Kong) Ltd
- Mr Wilson Chu
- Sino Group
- Wing Yip International Limited
- Oasis of Hope
- Smartech International Marketing Limited
- EyeCare HK
- Fuji Xerox (Hong Kong) Limited
- Ogawa Health Care International (HK) Ltd.
- Yan Wo Tong Herbal Tea Shop
- Play House Management Services Limited
- Jenn Jewelry City Miles (HK) Ltd.
- King Parrot Group
- The Banqueting House
- Memorigin Watch Co. Ltd.
- Tai Po Mega Mall
- Solar Tower∙Camp
- Ocean Park
- Yuen Long Plaza
- Choco Choco
- Jumpin Gym U.S.A. Ltd.
- Haagen-Daz
- Orchid Padaria
- Religious Education Resource Centre
- Kong Footcare Limited
- Dessertissimo
- Lemongrass House
- Health Factor Foods Company Ltd./ Manna Organic Station
- Ying Kee Tea Hosue
- Grove Company Limited
- 80M Bus Model Shop
- Xi Zhan
- Tree Children's Lodge
- DOMA International
- Twins Co. Bakery Shop
- Beef King Restaurant
- Dynasty Feast
- Nice Inn Restaurant
- BB Shop Hong Kong Co. Ltd.
- Hoi Kee Stationery
- ME100FUN
- Mustela
