Kota Kinabalu: The Lions Clubs International District 308-A2, Regions 5, 6, and 7 are organising a fundraising bazaar at the BMW showroom from 8am to 6pm on Aug 4.
Organising Chairman Leslie Chan said the event would feature 50 stalls offering a variety of food, beverages and other products.
Currently, 13 Lions Clubs and JCI Tanjung Aru and Persatuan Buah Buahan Negeri Sabah confirmed their participation.
“We are hoping to raise RM250,000 to implement seven projects, namely vision, hunger, diabetes, cancer, environment, humanitarian and youth, for the benefit of the needy,” said Chan during a press conference.
SPONSORED CONTENT Sabah revenue hits RM6.97 billion: Hajiji says GRS State Government may see full term Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah Government continued its momentum in managing the economy in line with the commitment and spirit of the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) when it posted record high state revenue of RM6.973 billion last year. Read more Its Project Secretary, Peter Liau, said last year they managed to raise RM120,000 to carry out 14 projects in several districts throughout the State.
“Last year, we completed water gravity projects in Tenom, Keningau, and Kota Belud, benefiting 1,000 to 2,000 rural communities,” said Liau.
“We have also successfully implemented the coral planting project in Manukan Island.”
They urged the public to support the fundraising bazaar, as the small gesture goes a long way in helping the less fortunate.
Coupons valued at RM50 and RM100 per booklet are now available for sale.
They hope to get more sponsors and supporters, as their contributions can help improve the lives of the targeted group.
For more details, contact Chan (0139913199), Ting Shyh Tern (0165886919) or Wuang Chin (0125678599).
* Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss.
* Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.