On the 30/1/10 the above project was officiated by the GOH, Mrs LIM HWEE HUA at the light up ceremony of the annual Spring Carnival at SNV.This year's event was made even more meaningful by the addition of the above charity project.
As the organizing chairman I was so glad that we were fully supported and encouraged by our minister and all at the CCC. The feedback from most resident was it had added more meaning to the annual event. This was the first time in my knowledge that a charity event was organized in the area. The beneficiaries from the project were the poor and less fortunate from the area. All proceeds will got to the CCC for their welfare work
The wonderful response to the project and success was a testament that the Singapore spirit of giving is still very much alive even in bad times. A total of $13,000 plus was collected over the 10 days and the heart touching moments at the booth were plenty. A little boy gave 50 cents of his pocket money, a father gave $10/ to his little boy to past to us, many who gave without a need to identify themselves and many more stories. Most donations are small but it is the spirit of giving and not the amount that further inspired me to work harder next year. Our minister LIM had set a target of $20,000 for the next year and I am sure we will meet it. GOOD ON YOU SINGAPOREAN AND IT IS YOU WHO MADE THIS COUNTRY GREAT.
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