KUCHING (Jan 18) – A total of 450 senior citizens in Kuching received heartwarming support during the Sports Toto Chinese New Year Angpow Donation Campaign organized by STM Lottery Sdn Bhd today.
The event, officiated by Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng, took place at the Che Hia Khor Moral Uplifting Society Building, bringing festive joy and relief to the elderly from diverse racial and religious backgrounds.
Mayor Wee emphasized the importance of private sector involvement in supporting the elderly and fostering a caring society.
“It’s not about how much they receive but showing them care and appreciation. I’ve been part of such initiatives since becoming Mayor, and I’m grateful to see corporate companies stepping up, especially post-Covid-19,” he said.
The campaign not only aimed to assist the elderly financially but also sought to promote unity and harmony among the various communities. Wee highlighted the inclusivity of the initiative, which saw recipients beyond those celebrating Chinese New Year.
Launched in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 16, this six-day campaign spans 50 locations across Malaysia, delivering angpows, mini hampers, and mandarin oranges to senior citizens in need. In Kuching, similar programmes will also take place in Serian and Sri Aman today.
This effort is part of STM Lottery’s Helping Hands programme, which combines corporate social responsibility with sustainability initiatives. Since its inception in 1988, the programme has reached over 474,550 senior citizens nationwide, contributing more than RM26.95 million in aid.
