Shaw Foundation launches emergency support fund for grassroots families

The Shaw Foundation has partnered with Sing Tao News Corporation, the Association for the Rights of Industrial Accident Victims, and the Hong Kong Women Workers’ Association to establish "The Shaw Foundation Emergency Support Fund". 

This initiative aims to provide immediate financial assistance to grassroots families in need.

The fund covers a range of essential expenses, including livelihoods, education, medical care, rehabilitation, funerals, and more. 

Eligible cases can receive up to HK$30,000 to address their urgent needs.

The Shaw Foundation recognized that many grassroots families often face significant challenges during natural disasters, accidents, or when dealing with serious illnesses. 

By collaborating with these organizations, the foundation aims to connect with families in need through frontline journalists and labor rights advocates.

The memorandum of understanding was signed at the Sing Tao News Corporation Building in Tseung Kwan O last Friday, (January 24). 

The foundation’s chairman, Raymond Chan Wai-Man, said that the campaign is currently in its first phase, with HK$1 million allocated for applications.

“As the campaign runs smoothly, we will explore more partner organizations to reach out to additional individuals in need,” Chan said.

Cai Jin, executive director and CEO of Sing Tao News Corporation, emphasized the impact of this collaboration: “The generosity of the Shaw Foundation, combined with the networking and publicity strengths of Sing Tao News Corp’s media platform, has created a powerful synergy of charitable resources and media influence.”

Fay Siu Sin-man, chief executive of the Association for the Rights of Industrial Accident Victims, expressed gratitude for the foundation’s support in this initiative. 

Meanwhile, Wu Mei-lin, executive director of the Hong Kong Women Workers’ Association, hopes the campaign will extend its reach to more families requiring assistance.

(Eunice Lam)