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Several Grab drivers and I (centre) made our way to the home of a resident in PPR Hang Tuah.
Mohamad Heruan Shah, another Grab driver from Penang, said, "As a driver, you get to meet people from very different walks of lives. However, being part of this initiative was truly an eye-opening and emotional experience for me. Seeing the gratitude and appreciation in the eyes of the families and children we were able to help reminded me of the true meaning of family, empathy and kindness. This initiative showed me the power of coming together as a community to support those in need.”
A member of The Lost Food Project assisted a visually-impaired resident by carrying the essential items that he had received from the #GongXiMakan initiative.
I want to shout out to the many NGOs out there for the work they do amongst our community in need. If anyone would like to support their efforts or do their part, you can reach out to them directly. About Kechara Soup Kitchen Society (KSK Society) With over 16 years of unwavering service, Kechara Soup Kitchen Society (KSK Society) has been a pillar of support for marginalised communities in Malaysia. Serving meals to over 17,000 homeless, and food assistance to over 165,064 people, KSK Society operates Soup Kitchen, Food Bank, and Empowerment programmes. Their commitment to helping vulnerable demographics showcases a dedication to empowering those in need and fostering a more inclusive society. About Happy Charity Association Established in 2019, the Happy Charity Association, also known as the Happy Group, champions the concept of "Self-Sustainable Welfare." The association believes in formulating and educating the underprivileged with sustainable systems. Starting with a food bank, the Happy Group encourages food donations to support welfare homes, including old folks’ homes, care centres, orphanages, and impoverished families. About the Society for Kuching Urban Poor SKUP stands for The Society for Kuching Urban Poor. Our mission is to help the poor and needy in Kuching city irrespective of race, creed, and religion. Our motto is 'The More You Give, The More You Receive.' To assist the poor and needy, we plan to cover a wide range of activities that we believe are necessary for breaking the vicious cycle of poverty. We initiated the Mobile Soup Kitchen on September 20, 2010, with the aim of providing one meal a day to the poor, supplementing their daily food needs. The six areas covered are Poh Kwong Park, Kampong Kudei, Desa Wira, Song Kheng Hai, Petanak, and Sungai Apong. To date, we have reduced our coverage to four areas in Kuching city as they have improved their standard of living. Other activities include welfare assistance, education, house repairs, and skills training such as bakery and sewing. Under the 1AZAM programme from 2013 to 2016, we established a Training Centre and trained 448 graduates - B40 men and women in Sewing and Bakery. On January 3, 2023, we operated the Soup Kitchen at Wisma Ho Ho Lim, serving the poor and homeless. We provide breakfast and lunch from Mondays to Saturdays. The estimated figures for breakfast are around 45-50 persons daily, while for lunch, we serve approximately 100 persons daily. We also sponsored four poor students to attend universities, and they have successfully graduated and pursued careers. Additionally, we collaborate with schools to provide tuition to poor children who struggle in mathematics, English, or Bahasa Malaysia. About Hope Place Hope Place is a non-governmental organization (NGO) which aims to help and contribute towards the local community to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to receive the equal quality of life. We love to see that the underprivileged people of Kuching be given a chance to come out from poverty. At Hope Place, we want to challenge ourselves to be the beacon for the defenseless, and to create awareness that it is a shared responsibility of the community of Kuching to show concern and to take care of one another. About Persatuan Bulan Sabit Merah Malaysia The Malaysian Red Crescent is a humanitarian organisation and auxiliary to the humanitarian services of the Government under Malaysian Parliamentary Act No. 540, providing vital assistance during times of natural disasters, crisis and promoting community, health and welfare services within local communities. It is a part of the global network of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent movement whose mission is to alleviate human sufferings and to promote lasting peace amongst people. About Permata Al Insyirah and Baitul Mukmin Nestled in the heart of Kuantan, Permata Al Insyirah and Baitul Mukmin are symbols of hope for the underprivileged children. These orphanages offer a supportive environment, providing not only refuge but also a home, education, and emotional support to orphaned girls and boys. They emphasise holistic development through values, education, and life skills.