In the prosperous Year of the Dragon, STM Lottery Sdn. Bhd. continues its tradition of spreading joy for the Chinese New Year by extending a helping hand to more than 18,000 elderly individuals in need across the nation through its 37th Sports Toto Chinese New Year Ang Pow Donation Campaign.
To mark the commencement of this benevolent initiative, STM Lottery organized a launch ceremony on 18 January 2024 at Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur. The donation campaign was kickstarted by Y.B. Mr. Tan Kok Wai, Member of Parliament for Cheras, in the presence of Sports Toto Berhad’s Chairman Dato’ Sri Robin Tan and CEO Ms. Nerine Tan.
Approximately 3,000 eligible senior citizens, including those from four specially invited old folks’ homes from Kuala Lumpur, participated in the launching ceremony. Spanning 50 cities and towns nationwide, the six-day donation campaign also included districts in Sabah and Sarawak. Each recipient is set to receive an ang pow, a mini hamper and mandarin oranges.
“This noble initiative is an integral part of the Helping Hands programme, a corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiative by STM Lottery. The significance of this campaign goes beyond monetary contributions; it is about lending a helping hand to those who need it the most.
“Furthermore, it goes beyond the tangible gifts; it brings smiles, warmth, and a sense of community. It reminds us all that in the spirit of Chinese New Year, we are not just a company but a family, sharing the joy and blessings with those less fortunate,” said Ms. Nerine Tan in her welcome speech.
STM Lottery took a moment to extend gratitude to Berjaya Times Square for graciously serving as the venue sponsor for the launch ceremony. Simultaneously, the company expressed appreciation for the dedication of over 800 employees and Toto agents whose contributions have played a pivotal role in the campaign’s success.
Since its initiation in 1988, this charitable campaign by STM Lottery has contributed over RM25.6 million, benefiting more than 455,000 old folks in need across the country.
