https://www.scmp.com/rss/829/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Students at a Yuen Long school gained real-world marketing savvy as they transformed a merry charity funfair into a powerful lesson. The Cumberland Presbyterian Church Yao Dao Secondary School playground buzzed with excitement on December 16 as pupils hustled behind food booths, touting popcorn, candyfloss and other treats. Proceeds were donated to the OSC School Fun4Funds Challenge, part of the annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and... https://www.scmp.com/native/spark/news/hong-kong/education/article/3339816/merry-charity-funfair-helps-hong-kong-students-build-marketing-skills?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/spark/news/hong-kong/education/article/3339816/merry-charity-funfair-helps-hong-kong-students-build-marketing-skills?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:00:17 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Festive cheer filled Korean International School (KIS) in Hong Kong as students raised money for charity. Pupils organised an on-campus cultural fair, Christmas market and charity sale to support the OSC School Fun4Funds Challenge, part of the annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. KIS contributed most of the proceeds from the events to the campaign, which is helping 13 charities as well as victims of last... https://www.scmp.com/native/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3339295/korean-international-school-supports-charity-christmas-crafts-educational-booths?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3339295/korean-international-school-supports-charity-christmas-crafts-educational-booths?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:31:44 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Tantalising aromas wafted through Shung Tak Catholic English College as students gave back to society at a charity food fair. The fair on December 12, together with an earlier Christmas card sale, supported the OSC School Fun4Funds Challenge, part of the annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. “It’s our 31st year of joining Operation Santa Claus. This is a major, major school event and all the students really... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3338177/shung-tak-catholic-english-college-raises-funds-osc-charity-food-fair?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/article/3338177/shung-tak-catholic-english-college-raises-funds-osc-charity-food-fair?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 01 Jan 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee A recent charity food bazaar at DSC International School offered not only delicious treats but also an opportunity to foster compassion. The International Food Fair, held on December 5, was part of a series of events organised by the school for the Operation Santa Claus School Fun4Funds Challenge. The annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) fundraising initiative has been hosted by the South China Morning Post and the public broadcaster RTHK since 1988. DSC’s events raised about HK$200,000, marking... https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336655/dsc-international-school-raises-hk200000-operation-santa-claus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/news/hong-kong/society/article/3336655/dsc-international-school-raises-hk200000-operation-santa-claus?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:00:11 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Combining learning with charity proved a winning formula for Cumberland Presbyterian Church Yao Dao Secondary School in Yuen Long as it partnered with Operation Santa Claus (OSC) for the first time. The school won the 2024 “Most Creative School Fundraiser” award from OSC, an annual fundraising initiative run by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The prize honoured the ingenuity of the school’s fundraising activities last November. Organised by the school’s English teachers... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3299270/operation-santa-claus-cumberland-presbyterian-church-yao-dao-secondary-school-combines-charity-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3299270/operation-santa-claus-cumberland-presbyterian-church-yao-dao-secondary-school-combines-charity-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:46:55 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Students at American International School (AIS) got into the spirit of giving on a warm Friday ahead of Christmas as they wore casual wear to raise funds for charity. Those who had donated at least HK$20 (US$2.57) wore clothes of their choice to school on December 13, with proceeds going to Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. It was one of the school’s monthly “Charitable Free Dress Days”. The one in December... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/article/3298316/how-american-international-schools-casual-wear-day-spreads-culture-care-and-generosity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/article/3298316/how-american-international-schools-casual-wear-day-spreads-culture-care-and-generosity?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Feb 2025 02:00:11 +0000 Annual fundraising drive Operation Santa Claus (OSC) raised a substantial HK$13.2 million (US$1.7 million) in the last two months of 2024 to improve the lives of more than 11,000 underprivileged Hongkongers through 11 charities. Contributions to the 37th edition of the initiative, jointly organised by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK, brought the total funds raised by OSC since its 1988 inception to over HK$396 million, benefiting 364 charitable projects in the city. The... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3297506/operation-santa-claus-hk132-million-raised-last-2-months-2024?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3297506/operation-santa-claus-hk132-million-raised-last-2-months-2024?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 05 Feb 2025 12:43:30 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee The Korean International School (KIS) in Hong Kong turned learning into a festive experience at two recent events supporting Operation Santa Claus (OSC), the annual fundraising drive held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. Students in the school’s international section took the lead in organising the on-campus cultural fair, Christmas market and charity Christmas card sales in December. Backing OSC for the 25th year, KIS contributed half of the proceeds from the events... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3297320/operation-santa-claus-korean-international-school-encourages-action-and-raises-money?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3297320/operation-santa-claus-korean-international-school-encourages-action-and-raises-money?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:00:14 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Students and teachers hilariously dressed as security guards, janitors, doctors, and chefs while members of the school community made merry at a pre-Christmas fair at Shung Tak Catholic English College, learning and contributing to charity at the same time. The OSC@STC fair on December 13 was the highlight of a series of school activities held in late 2024 to raise funds for Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/article/3295578/operation-santa-claus-supporting-everyday-heroes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/article/3295578/operation-santa-claus-supporting-everyday-heroes?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:13 +0000 In the business of maximising returns, a Hong Kong-based international investment management firm believes funding worthy causes pays top dividends for the community. Segantii Capital Management has donated HK$14 million (US$1.8 million) to Operation Santa Claus (OSC) over the past 14 years, supporting more than 140 charitable projects through the campaign. OSC, the annual fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK, collects donations from... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3293667/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-based-investment-firm-keeps-cash-flowing-charity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3293667/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-based-investment-firm-keeps-cash-flowing-charity?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Jan 2025 02:15:07 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee While property companies can help create good homes and workplaces conducive to happiness, one developer in Hong Kong is seeking to contribute to the community in other ways as well. Sino Group has collaborated with Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual charity fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK, since 2005 to help local charities create social impact. In an interview last month, Nikki Ng Mien-hua, director of philanthropy at the group, said:... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3293530/sino-group-marks-20-years-partnership-operation-santa-claus-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3293530/sino-group-marks-20-years-partnership-operation-santa-claus-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Jan 2025 02:15:08 +0000 Table tennis lovers including former Hong Kong team members sweated it out for fitness and charity in a recent fundraising tournament. The finals of the inaugural Operation Santa Claus HKTTF Charity Table Tennis Tournament took place at Cornwall Street Squash and Table Tennis Centre on December 22. The competition was part of the annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) citywide fundraising initiative run by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. Jointly organised by OSC and... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3292676/hong-kong-table-tennis-lovers-go-bat-charity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3292676/hong-kong-table-tennis-lovers-go-bat-charity?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:15:08 +0000 A major charitable organisation in Hong Kong has said it is strengthening its support for youth development and small charities in response to the latest needs of society. The Shaw Foundation, set up by late entertainment magnate Run Run Shaw, said its approach could generate synergy with Operation Santa Claus (OSC), to which it is contributing for the second year in a row. OSC is an annual fundraising initiative by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. It supports local... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3292374/hong-kongs-shaw-foundation-strengthens-support-youth-development?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3292374/hong-kongs-shaw-foundation-strengthens-support-youth-development?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Dec 2024 02:15:08 +0000 Healthcare workers in Hong Kong showed off their culinary skills, gobbled pineapple buns in an eating contest and played games at booths at a recent Christmas party to raise funds for charity. The outdoor celebration held on December 16 was the highlight of a month-long series of activities hosted by the HKSH Medical Group to support Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising drive by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The group comprises the Hong Kong Sanatorium &... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3292283/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-healthcare-workers-cook-charity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3292283/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-healthcare-workers-cook-charity?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Dec 2024 03:00:08 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Global financial services firm Morgan Stanley has smashed its own fundraising record for an annual charity drive in Hong Kong for the fourth straight year. The long-time Operation Santa Claus (OSC) supporter collected HK$5.8 million (US$746,000) for this year’s campaign, beating its previous record of HK$5.5 million in 2023. The company last year also became the initiative’s top corporate fundraiser for eight years in a row. OSC is the annual fundraising drive established by the South China... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3291279/operation-santa-claus-morgan-stanley-smashes-fundraising-record-4th-year?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3291279/operation-santa-claus-morgan-stanley-smashes-fundraising-record-4th-year?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Dec 2024 02:15:07 +0000 Drinking and feasting during holidays can be both merry and meaningful if the food and beverage consumed benefit good causes. Just ask Maxim’s Group, the Hong Kong catering and restaurant conglomerate. The group will contribute part of its revenue from selected eco-friendly-products to Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual charitable fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The firm will donate HK$10 for each bottle of BOB craft beer sold at... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3290781/hong-kongs-maxims-group-adds-meaning-merrymaking-charity-donations?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3290781/hong-kongs-maxims-group-adds-meaning-merrymaking-charity-donations?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Dec 2024 03:36:50 +0000 Fun and merriment filled a recent gathering of elderly people from Hong Kong and ethnic minority groups who played, sang and learned gardening with volunteers from a local law firm. The event on December 7 was part of law firm Deacons’ 14-year-long support for Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The party took place at the Epworth Neighbourhood Elderly Centre of the Methodist Epworth Village Community... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3290465/volunteers-hong-kong-law-firm-deacons-spread-joy-among-elderly?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3290465/volunteers-hong-kong-law-firm-deacons-spread-joy-among-elderly?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Dec 2024 06:35:12 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Eye-catching red and green attire added festive cheer at an international school in Hong Kong on a sunny Friday ahead of Christmas as students wore casual clothes to raise funds for charity. Students at American International School (AIS) who donated HK$20 could wear outfits of their choice on December 15. Proceeds went to Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The school has monthly “free dress days” in which... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3250717/students-american-international-school-don-casual-clothes-raise-money-operation-santa-claus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3250717/students-american-international-school-don-casual-clothes-raise-money-operation-santa-claus?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:19 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Students and teachers at the Korean International School (KIS) in Hong Kong worked together and had a good time at two events ahead of Christmas to raise funds for worthy causes. Half of the proceeds from ticket sales went to Operation Santa Claus (OSC), the annual fundraising drive organised by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The school’s Cultural Fair, organised by the primary school section on December 14, featured 12 booths, each representing a country or city. The... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/asia/article/3250304/hong-kongs-korean-international-school-celebrates-different-cultures-while-raising-money-charity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/asia/article/3250304/hong-kongs-korean-international-school-celebrates-different-cultures-while-raising-money-charity?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:14 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee A mouth-watering array of international fare, from Jamaican oxtails and American pumpkin pies to Dutch stroopwafels and Indian pani puri, delighted students, parents and teachers at a recent school charity fair. The International Food Fair on December 1 was one of six activities organised by DSC International School in late 2023 to support Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The school events raked in... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/article/3249555/good-food-good-cause-dsc-international-jamaican-oxtails-indian-pani-puri-charity-fair-had-it-all?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/article/3249555/good-food-good-cause-dsc-international-jamaican-oxtails-indian-pani-puri-charity-fair-had-it-all?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:44:05 +0000 A major charitable foundation in Hong Kong has stressed the importance of collaboration and the pursuit of sustainable development to maximise the impact of philanthropic efforts. “After the Covid-19 pandemic, Hong Kong’s economy is facing big challenges, and charities are having difficulties raising funds,” Shaw Foundation chairman Raymond Chan Wai-man said. “But what one organisation can do is limited. So we hope to influence more people to work together and do good to make a bigger... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3249294/hong-kongs-shaw-foundation-teams-operation-santa-claus-charity-drive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3249294/hong-kongs-shaw-foundation-teams-operation-santa-claus-charity-drive?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 22 Jan 2024 04:15:44 +0000 Shoppers flocked to the biggest Italian charity fair in Hong Kong on a recent Saturday, snapping up goods and indulging in treats. More than 100 volunteers took part in the “Il Mercatino di Iwa” charity fair, organised by the Italian Women’s Association (IWA), on December 2 at the Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital at Sandy Bay. The fair raised HK$560,000 (US$71,666) for charitable organisations and campaigns including Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising drive held by the Post... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3246316/operation-santa-claus-italian-fair-hong-kong-draws-crowds-raises-hk560000-charity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3246316/operation-santa-claus-italian-fair-hong-kong-draws-crowds-raises-hk560000-charity?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 27 Dec 2023 02:00:23 +0000 Joy filled a recent lunch party for a group of underprivileged elderly residents as volunteers from a Hong Kong law firm warmed their hearts with care, companionship and entertainment. The volunteer activity at Meals for Seniors Day on December 9 was part of law firm Deacons’ 13-year-long support for Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative held by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The party was held at Saint Barnabas’ Society and Home (SBSH) for... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3246090/operation-santa-claus-spreading-christmas-cheer-open-and-shut-case-volunteers-hong-kong-law-firm?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3246090/operation-santa-claus-spreading-christmas-cheer-open-and-shut-case-volunteers-hong-kong-law-firm?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 23 Dec 2023 02:15:41 +0000 Doctors, nurses and other healthcare staff wowed with culinary creations, joined a chips-eating competition and donned festive outfits at a Christmas celebration as part of a month-long effort to raise funds for charity. The outdoor party, which took place on Monday, was the highlight of a series of activities hosted by the Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital to support Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising drive by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. Hospital... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3245366/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-hospital-staff-showcase-culinary-miracles-don-festive-outfits?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3245366/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-hospital-staff-showcase-culinary-miracles-don-festive-outfits?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 17 Dec 2023 07:51:48 +0000 Christmas cheer and merriment filled a grand hotel event hall in Hong Kong on a recent Saturday morning as a group of little guests in festive headgear were having fun learning to decorate cakes. The 16 deaf primary school children were taking part in a Christmas cupcake workshop hosted by hotel operator Nina Hospitality at its Nina Hotel Tsuen Wan West on November 25 as part of its charitable cooperation with Operation Santa Claus (OSC). OSC is an annual fundraising initiative held by the South... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3243722/operation-santa-claus-decoration-workshop-icing-cupcake-group-deaf-hong-kong-children?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3243722/operation-santa-claus-decoration-workshop-icing-cupcake-group-deaf-hong-kong-children?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:30:00 +0000 NGOs in Hong Kong must foster a new generation of innovative and sustainable leaders amid a period of challenges and opportunities as the city develops into a hub for philanthropy, the organisers of a training scheme have said. “With the recent wave of baby-boomer retirement and emigration of middle-aged professionals, many local NGOs face challenges of a succession plan and have to appoint relatively green leaders,” said Lucy Jordan, an associate professor with the Department of Social Work and... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3219920/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-ngos-must-foster-new-generation-innovators-capitalise-citys?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3219920/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-ngos-must-foster-new-generation-innovators-capitalise-citys?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 May 2023 02:15:10 +0000 Hong Kong-Nepali resident Laxmi Kunwar hopes her 10-year-old daughter can one day fulfil her dream of becoming a rapper, despite facing an uphill journey after it emerged the youngster could have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). But help is at hand, with Zubin’s Family Centre providing therapy for her daughter and working to improve her attention skills, ability to follow instructions and develop her self-help techniques. Kunwar said she was grateful for the support from the... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3215224/hong-kong-family-centre-offers-helping-hand-ethnic-minority-children-special-needs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3215224/hong-kong-family-centre-offers-helping-hand-ethnic-minority-children-special-needs?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 29 Mar 2023 05:58:45 +0000 Christmas charity drive Operation Santa Claus raised more than HK$16.7 million (US$2.12 million) during last year’s campaign to promote the spirit of giving among Hongkongers. The initiative, which is jointly organised by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) and public broadcaster RTHK, marked its 35th anniversary by helping fund 15 local NGOs whose projects will support more than 12,000 disadvantaged people across the city in 2023. The initiatives supported by the charity drive include those... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3214063/thats-wrap-operation-santa-claus-concludes-2022-campaign-after-raising-hk167-million-good-causes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3214063/thats-wrap-operation-santa-claus-concludes-2022-campaign-after-raising-hk167-million-good-causes?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Mar 2023 02:00:09 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Students at St Mark’s School explored social injustices and got a taste of what it is like to be at the bottom of the social ladder through fun detective and role-play games in an experience camp that aimed to raise funds for charity and help participants develop empathy. The December 17 activity was part of the school’s programme of events in 2022 supporting Operation Santa Claus (OSC), the annual charity fundraising drive organised by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3213380/operation-santa-claus-detective-game-helps-st-marks-school-pupils-learn-about-social-issues-raise?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3213380/operation-santa-claus-detective-game-helps-st-marks-school-pupils-learn-about-social-issues-raise?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:18 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Merriment and laughter filled a recent carnival at a Fanling school where students were practising English, having a good time and contributing to the community all at once. Tin Ka Ping Secondary School held the Operation Santa Claus carnival, where English was the designated language of communication, from December 7 to 9 last year. The event supported Operation Santa Claus (OSC), the annual charity fundraising drive organised by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. “I... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3212476/operation-santa-claus-tin-ka-ping-secondary-school-students-give-charity-while-practising-english?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3212476/operation-santa-claus-tin-ka-ping-secondary-school-students-give-charity-while-practising-english?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:13 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Students at an international school in Hong Kong’s Sha Tau Kok border town had a fun-filled and fulfilling December as they turned festivities into opportunities to learn and contribute to charity. The Student Representative Council (SRC) of International College Hong Kong held a candy gram sale and carnival in the run-up to Christmas to raise funds for Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual campaign organised by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. Marking its 35th... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3211717/operation-santa-claus-international-college-hong-kong-pupils-raise-hk21000-charity-candy-grams?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3211717/operation-santa-claus-international-college-hong-kong-pupils-raise-hk21000-charity-candy-grams?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:13 +0000 While enterprises with similar philosophies and complementary strengths often band together to pursue greater business success, some Hong Kong companies are also applying this winning formula to their corporate social responsibility (CSR) work. Among them is Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), one of the world’s major exchange groups, which contributes to the community partly by working with various charities and campaigns including Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3210733/we-are-pleased-support-operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-stock-exchange-highlights-work-local?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3210733/we-are-pleased-support-operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-stock-exchange-highlights-work-local?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Feb 2023 02:01:03 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee It was a colourful day at an international school in Hong Kong as children put aside their uniforms in favour of more individualistic attire to raise funds for charity. American International School students who had donated HK$20 could come to class in clothes of their own choosing on December 21. Proceeds were donated to Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising drive by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. “This is part of a series of what we refer to as... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3209972/american-international-school-students-raise-money-operation-santa-claus-through-charitable-free?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3209972/american-international-school-students-raise-money-operation-santa-claus-through-charitable-free?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:18 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Teachers getting soaked and students donning crazy hats were just some of the activities bringing fun and laughter to an international school in Hong Kong recently – and all for a good cause. DSC International School held four fundraising events in November and December, raking in more than HK$110,000 for Operation Santa Claus (OSC) – an annual fundraising campaign co-organised by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. Marking its 35th anniversary this year, OSC has raised... https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/lifestyle/article/3207345/operation-santa-claus-dsc-international-school-uses-dunk-tank-dodgeball-crazy-hats-raise-hk110000?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/native/discover/lifestyle/article/3207345/operation-santa-claus-dsc-international-school-uses-dunk-tank-dodgeball-crazy-hats-raise-hk110000?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:10 +0000 Carrie Lee Carrie Lee Some 330 students were sharing festive cheer as they came to school in eye-catching Christmas-themed fancy dress featuring reindeer horns, Santa Claus and more – all for a heart-warming cause ahead of the winter. Students, their parents and staff at Discovery Mind Educational Organisation’s Kindergartens, Play Centres and Primary School in Tung Chung and Discovery Bay turned up for “Dress in Red & Green with Crazy Hair Day” on November 18 to raise funds for Operation Santa Claus (OSC). OSC is an... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3206227/operation-santa-claus-teaching-hong-kong-children-how-give-back-those-need?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3206227/operation-santa-claus-teaching-hong-kong-children-how-give-back-those-need?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Jan 2023 04:43:33 +0000 With Christmas a time for eating and drinking, one Hong Kong catering and restaurant conglomerate is happily sharing its festive-season revenue with charity. Maxim’s Group will donate part of its revenue from selected Christmas offerings to Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual charity drive by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. Marking its 35th anniversary this year, OSC has raised HK$353 million (US$45 million) since its launch in 1988 to support the Hong Kong community... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204963/goodie-bags-christmas-angels-and-donations-how-catering-giant-maxims-group-spreading-love-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204963/goodie-bags-christmas-angels-and-donations-how-catering-giant-maxims-group-spreading-love-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 30 Dec 2022 02:00:28 +0000 There were cheers all round at the Lan Kwai Fong Group’s (LKFG) BACI Trattoria & Bar in Hong Kong, with revellers in Father Christmas hats chatting with friends over drinks. “We are here to make people happy,” said Susanne Ching Tak-yan, LKFG’s managing director for the Western division. “We always aim to offer an innovative, joyful and unique experience to each guest. Our restaurants do not just strive to provide good food and drinks, but also an unforgettable experience, an unforgettable... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204815/happy-hour-cause-hong-kong-bar-donates-half-drinks-revenue-fundraising-drive-christmas-charity-event?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204815/happy-hour-cause-hong-kong-bar-donates-half-drinks-revenue-fundraising-drive-christmas-charity-event?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Dec 2022 02:00:12 +0000 Visitors to Hong Kong’s Fire and Ambulance Services Academy received a delightful surprise when Santa Claus descended a scaffold using a rope during a rescue operation demonstration and came bearing gifts. The demonstration by the Fire Services Department’s high-angle rescue team was one of the highlights of an academy tour on December 17 by more than 80 special visitors from the Pathways Foundation, Riding for the Disabled Association, Saint Barnabas’ Society and Home, and the Bethune House... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204655/santa-claus-teams-hong-kong-firefighters-deliver-unforgettable-christmas-charity-fundraiser?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204655/santa-claus-teams-hong-kong-firefighters-deliver-unforgettable-christmas-charity-fundraiser?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Dec 2022 02:00:16 +0000 Surgeons in Hong Kong put their skills toward dissecting food as hospital technologists tinkered with gastronomy and dietitians took a break from calorie calculations to turn their hands to making sweet treats – all in the name of charity. The Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital held the HKSH-OSC Charity Day on December 16, which featured festively adorned booths serving home-made food and drinks, as well as culinary competitions, including “Super Chef with Love”, where teams of medical... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204537/hong-kong-charity-drive-reveals-dietitians-make-great-brownies-hospital-raises-money-operation-santa?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204537/hong-kong-charity-drive-reveals-dietitians-make-great-brownies-hospital-raises-money-operation-santa?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 26 Dec 2022 02:00:13 +0000 As football fans around the world were swept up in World Cup frenzy, a group of children and adults in Hong Kong laced up their boots for a sports tournament that involved pitching in for charity. About 200 players took part in a five-a-side football tournament co-organised by the Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC) and Operation Santa Claus (OSC) at the Happy Valley Recreation Ground on November 27. The annual event is among the fundraising activities of OSC, an annual charity drive run by the Post... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204477/hongkongers-lace-annual-football-tournament-part-charity-drive-amid-world-cup-frenzy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204477/hongkongers-lace-annual-football-tournament-part-charity-drive-amid-world-cup-frenzy?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 25 Dec 2022 02:00:14 +0000 At Hong Kong’s Central Market, a group of children were on a visit, wide-eyed with fascination at the historic location. Cheerful and lively, they looked no different from other kids, except they were communicating in sign language. The youngsters, mostly deaf or hard-of-hearing, were on a guided tour of the market on December 11, supported by volunteers and sign-language interpreters. The tour, also joined by some of the children’s parents, included the “A Date with Hing Chun Yeuk” exhibition... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204329/signing-good-cause-chinachem-group-holds-central-market-tour-children-hearing-needs-part-operation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204329/signing-good-cause-chinachem-group-holds-central-market-tour-children-hearing-needs-part-operation?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 24 Dec 2022 02:00:09 +0000 Morgan Stanley has been on a record-breaking streak in raising funds for Operation Santa Claus (OSC), the annual charity campaign run by the South China Morning Post and public broadcaster RTHK. The multinational bank topped the HK$5.3 million (US$681,070) raised for OSC last year, a figure that itself beat its 2020 record of HK$5 million. “We are delighted to have again beaten our record, raising HK$5.4 million for Operation Santa Claus this year,” said Gokul Laroia, Morgan Stanley’s CEO of... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204143/operation-santa-claus-morgan-stanley-breaks-fundraising-record-again?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3204143/operation-santa-claus-morgan-stanley-breaks-fundraising-record-again?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Dec 2022 02:00:12 +0000 Colourful illustrations are projected on a screen as volunteers read stories in English to a group of attentive children. The English story-reading session, held on December 3, was part of an education programme run by professional service firm KPMG China to improve the English, communication skills and confidence of underprivileged children in Hong Kong. “Seldom does anyone read English stories to me. I’ve learned many new English words here,” said attendee Thomas Wei Wentao, an 11-year-old... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3203641/kpmg-china-volunteers-use-their-time-and-skills-empower-hong-kongs-underprivileged-children?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3203641/kpmg-china-volunteers-use-their-time-and-skills-empower-hong-kongs-underprivileged-children?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 19 Dec 2022 02:00:12 +0000 Brimming with excitement, a group of young children in festive headwear in Hong Kong are in high spirits as they design and make electric model cars at a workshop with an arts, science and sustainability twist. “It exceeds my expectations. I thought I would learn some theories here, but today I actually have the chance to assemble an electric model car myself,” said Wong Hau-tung, an 11-year-old Primary Six student attending the STEAM session. “I think it’ll help develop my creativity”. STEAM is... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3203624/hong-kong-charity-and-firm-add-arts-sustainability-twist-stem-education-underprivileged-children?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3203624/hong-kong-charity-and-firm-add-arts-sustainability-twist-stem-education-underprivileged-children?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 18 Dec 2022 02:00:16 +0000 It is an unlikely sight: a group of inquisitive teenage girls in school uniforms are roaming the stately Hong Kong office of global financial giant Credit Suisse in pursuit of empowerment. The secondary students were visiting the firm on December 8 under a programme organised by Women In Sports Empowered Hong Kong (WISE). The NGO aims to empower women and girls through sport. A green Christmas: children upcycle tin cans into ornaments at Hong Kong event “We are very excited to welcome them and... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3203383/wise-moves-financial-giant-credit-suisse-gives-teenage-hong-kong-girls-taste-corporate-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3203383/wise-moves-financial-giant-credit-suisse-gives-teenage-hong-kong-girls-taste-corporate-life?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Dec 2022 02:00:14 +0000 Hong Kong might not have treetops glistening with snow, but those dreaming of a white Christmas in the city were still able to enjoy a few merry days at a festive market supporting charity and sustainability – with Santa Claus in action. The White Christmas Street Fair, held by Swire Properties from December 1 to 4, transformed Tong Chong Street in Quarry Bay into a garden filled with 5,000 upcycled Christmas flowers made from old materials, including Cathay Pacific cabin crew uniforms and Swire... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3202869/no-snow-white-christmas-street-fair-brings-festive-cheer-hong-kong-support-operation-santa-claus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3202869/no-snow-white-christmas-street-fair-brings-festive-cheer-hong-kong-support-operation-santa-claus?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Dec 2022 02:00:14 +0000 Christmas elves, the Minions, the Flintstones and a host of other wacky characters recently descended on a Hong Kong sporting club to battle it out for a good cause. The familiar characters were in fact eccentrically dressed participants in the 2022 Wing Ding Squash Charity Tournament, held at the Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC) in Happy Valley on November 19. The event raised about HK$410,000 (US$52,632) for Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising campaign organised by the South China... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3202194/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-squash-tournament-hit-costumed-contestants?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3202194/operation-santa-claus-hong-kong-squash-tournament-hit-costumed-contestants?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Dec 2022 02:00:12 +0000 The spirit of giving back and merriment filled the air as smiling volunteers presented a wide range of attractive products to thousands of happy shoppers at the biggest Italian charity fair in Hong Kong. About 2,000 fair-goers were spoiled for choice with a wide selection of discounted high-quality goods, including clothes, sunglasses, watches, jewellery, leather bags, home appliances and toys, donated mainly by Italian companies with operations in Hong Kong. About 160 volunteers worked at the... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3202162/operation-santa-claus-italian-flair-raises-six-figure-sum-hong-kong-charities-through-annual-fair?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3202162/operation-santa-claus-italian-flair-raises-six-figure-sum-hong-kong-charities-through-annual-fair?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 Dec 2022 02:00:09 +0000 Members of Hong Kong’s top golf club took to the course and sweated it out on a warm Sunday in autumn to offer a helping hand to those in need across the city. Hosting the 2022 Cup of Kindness tournament on its Fanling course on October 16, the Hong Kong Golf Club raised HK$5 million (US$642,120) for various charitable causes. “A great many people and organisations have been highly impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. And although restrictions are easing, the fact remains that charities in Hong... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3201959/hong-kong-golf-club-comes-out-swinging-charity-game-raises-hk5-million?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3201959/hong-kong-golf-club-comes-out-swinging-charity-game-raises-hk5-million?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 05 Dec 2022 02:00:25 +0000 Bursting with creative energy, two 11-year-old boys enthusiastically show a school visitor some of the mobile apps they have developed, including multilingual translators and number-guessing games, under an innovative education initiative. “I’ve learned how to design apps from a STEM education programme,” said Ian Li Sze-ip, a Primary Six student. “What’s more, it has inspired me to develop apps that can help people, such as those for multichannel communications including messaging and... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3201078/hong-kong-charitys-stem-programme-puts-real-world-solutions-hands-disadvantaged-students?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3201078/hong-kong-charitys-stem-programme-puts-real-world-solutions-hands-disadvantaged-students?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Nov 2022 02:00:18 +0000