SHKP team wins the Green Power Hike championship 09.07.2021 For years, SHKP has supported the Green Power Hike and encouraged colleagues who love hiking to participate in this valued charity event. The event is dedicated to integrating environmental elements, encouraging participants to explore the ecology of the Hong Kong Trail, and promoting the Leave No Trace experience. Although this year's event was held in the form of a virtual run for the first time owing to the ongoing pandemic, our colleagues were still enthusiastic about participating. Ultimately, SHKP won the Active Green Award – Championship of the Corporation Organisation Cup, and was the third runner-up in the Green Enthusiast Award.

Blessing and Ground-breaking Ceremony of the United Court Transitional Housing Project 07.07.2021 Attending the blessing and ground-breaking ceremony of United Court earlier were Chief Executive Carrie Lam (centre), SHKP Chairman and Managing Director Raymond Kwok (fourth from right), SHKP-Kwoks' Foundation Director Thomas Kwok (second from left), SHKP Executive Director Adam Kwok (second from right), Secretary for Transport and Housing Frank Chan (third from right), New Territories Heung Yee Kuk Chairman Kenneth Lau (first from left), Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council Board of Directors Chairman Dr Donald Li (third from left), Archbishop and Primate of the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui the Most Revd Andrew Chan (fourth from left), and Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council Director Dr Jane Lee To help cope with the housing scarcity and improve the living conditions of the underprivileged, and in support of the government's housing policy, SHKP lent a conveniently located plot of land in Tung Tau, Yuen Long, to the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council to build the United Court transitional housing project, for a nominal rent of HK$1. After completion in 2022, United Court, which spans 250,000 square feet, will provide 1,800 units, and be operated by the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council. The project will ultimately benefit about 5,000 low-income families and 10,000 people.

SHKP volunteers spread care during the Dragon Boat Festival 30.06.2021 To send blessings to elderly people during the Dragon Boat Festival, the Building Homes with Heart Caring Initiative volunteers recently prepared 3,000 lucky gift bags for seniors who live in Sai Kung and Tsuen Wan. The gift bags were thoughtfully filled with festive rice dumplings, other types of food, and anti-pandemic items for their enjoyment and to help maintain good health. Through the Redevelopment of Pak Tin Estate – Neighbourhood Support Programme, the SHKP Volunteer Team provided care and support for older people affected by the redevelopment. In early May, more than 20 SHKP volunteers learned how to make rice dumpling decorative items in a video webinar. They then delivered handmade items and gift bags to the elderly participants in the programme, as well as senior residents in Sham Shui Po, to spread festive cheer.

SHKP Supernova male cyclist takes first place at Hong Kong's first major virtual cycling race 01.06.2021 SHKP Executive Director Adam Kwok (fifth left) presents the top three prizes to the winners in the men's category Over the past year, the pandemic has brought a halt to many major sport events, but it has also opened the door for virtual sports to thrive to keep the spirit of Sports for Health going. SHKP recently sponsored Bike SUNday x SHKP Supernova Virtual Race 2021, Hong Kong's first large-scale eSports cycling competition, in which cyclists gathered at the ALVA Hotel by Royal in Sha Tin to vie for glory. The race saw 130 participants compete in the first round, with 15 male and 10 female cyclists advancing to the final round. Among the guests who showed their support at the finals were Caspar Tsui, Secretary for Home Affairs, Kenneth Fok, Vice President of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, and Wong Kam-po, world champion cyclist. The cycling race – albeit a virtual one – was designed according to the real-world environment of the UCI Road Cycling World Championships; and the bike trainers give cyclists resistance during a hill climb, creating a highly realistic race experience. The cyclists could compare their performance data with that of others on a screen, and adjust their strategy during the race, whose intensity is comparable to a real race. SHKP Executive Director Adam Kwok hoped that by integrating technology in sports, a series of virtual cycling races in various new forms can be held for cyclists in the future. SHKP is committed to promoting cycling among local people and nurturing new blood for the Hong Kong Cycling Team, while actively organizing cycling events and competitions. This virtual race offered a valuable experience for the young members of the SHKP Supernova Cycling Team, which has been sponsored by SHKP since 2019. Led by several retired Hong Kong Cycling Team members, the SHKP Supernova Cycling Team has trained a number of members to become part of the Hong Kong Junior Cycling Team in the past two years. Ngai Chung-ki, the champion of the men's race, is a SHKP Supernova Cycling Team member.

Hong Yip spreads care by donating 'Peace Boxes' 22.04.2021 Since 2014, Hong Yip has partnered with various corporations and social welfare organizations to run a campaign called 'PeaceBox', which involves delivering love and blessings around the city every Easter. Over the past seven years, nearly 60,000 peace boxes have been donated to the needy in the community. This year's campaign was particularly meaningful, as it extended timely care to grassroot families, elderly people and the homeless during the pandemic. The gift boxes were filled with daily necessities, food, toys, stationery and anti-pandemic products, meeting the practical needs of the underprivileged, and serving as a vehicle of love and care.

SHKP earns recognition for poverty alleviation and education support 29.04.2021 The country launched a fight against poverty in 2015 with the aim of freeing the rural poor from worrying about food and clothing, while providing access to compulsory education, basic medical services and safe housing within the following five years. Through the concerted efforts by people throughout the country, absolute poverty was eradicated in 2020, representing a huge step towards building a moderately prosperous society in all respects. The SHKP-Kwoks' Foundation has actively supported the country's call, and has sponsored and participated in more than 70 charity projects since its establishment in 2002. With a flexible and pragmatic approach, focusing on education and training, poverty alleviation, and medical and social services, the Foundation has benefitted over 60,000 people across more than 25 provinces and cities in the country so far. Recently, a local media organization held a large exhibition to recognize Hong Kong and Macao enterprises and compatriots for their valuable contribution to the country's fight against poverty. SHKP was presented with a certificate of appreciation, affirming the accomplishments of both the company and the SHKP-Kwoks' Foundation in helping to alleviate poverty over the years.

Tai Po Mega Mall Customer Care Ambassador sends positive energy 25.03.2021 Malls are not only a place for leisure and shopping, they can also be a place for consolation. In the bustling Tai Po Mega Mall, a customer who made an enquiry caught the attention of Ashley, a Customer Service Officer, because he looked terribly upset. Her job only required her to answer queries, but Ashley chose to take an extra step. Maybe the customer had suppressed his sorrow for too long, so he told Ashley everything. He said he felt depressed, as he had been unemployed for some time. He added that he was visiting the mall to buy a new suit for job interviews. She then invited him to join the mall's lucky draw, and he won a prize! Ashley cheered him up, saying, "This proves your luck is back. Believe in yourself. You'll land a new job soon for sure!" A few days later, the customer looked for Ashley at the Customer Care Centre and happily told her he had found a job. He said he was very grateful for Ashley's encouragement, which relieved his stress and helped him regain confidence. Putting customers first is not rocket science. Even a small gesture of kindness can have a big impact.

SHKP volunteers send Chinese New Year greetings 08.03.2021 Our Chinese New Year activities this year were stunted by the continuing virus outbreak. In view of this, SHKP sent Chinese New Year greetings across the community through alternative ways, distributing gift bags and organizing online activities to spread a festive mood among the elderly. 10,000 gift bags The Building Homes with Heart Caring Initiative distributed 10,000 Chinese New Year gift bags to the elderly through several charity organizations this year. Recipients included singleton elderly and senior couples residing in Kowloon City, Yau Tsim Mong, North District and Tai Po. Interactive online activities Through the Redevelopment of Pak Tin Estate – Neighbourhood Support Programme, SHKP volunteers provided moving services and basic renovation work for the elderly affected by the redevelopment of Pak Tin Estate. Under the new normal amid the pandemic, the volunteers adopted contactless methods established last year to spread festive cheer to the elderly.

SHKP Volunteer Team receives Highest Service Hour Award from Social Welfare Department 27.01.2021 Despite the pandemic over the past year, the SHKP Volunteer Team has continued to be actively involved in serving the community. The team made timely adjustments to fight the virus with the underprivileged by reducing contact and even adopting contactless methods. Recently, the team won an Honour award in the Highest Service Hour Award in 2019 (Private Organizations - Category 1), organized by the Social Welfare Department. This is the 14th consecutive year the team was awarded the honour. The team delivered anti-pandemic items a number of times to help meet urgent needs. In place of in-person visits, the team talked and interacted with the underprivileged by phone or the Internet. In addition, they created and distributed hand-painted mask holders to the elderly to spread some joy during the pandemic. Last year, the team provided free pre-move-in inspection and basic renovation work for singleton elderly, the disabled and single-parent families moving into Fu Shan Estate and Tung Wui Estate because of redevelopment. The team also trained community volunteer partners to provide move-in support for those in need, promote community mutual aid services, and pass on SHKP's caring spirit.