Rotary charity run set for Feb 26
KUCHING: Rotary Club of Kuching Central ( RCKC) is organising a Charity Run on Feb 26 next year to raise funds to supplement their numerous community projects to be undertaken in 2017.
In line with its objective of “Doing Good in the World,’ RCKC have been carrying out projects for the less fortunate and targeted youth development programmes over the past 30 years.
One current project is the provision of solar lighting system for rural longhouses and communities in Kanowit and Bintulu areas.
RC KC a l s o w o r k s in collaboration with the Ministry of Health’s Ophthalmology Department to conduct cataract remedy/operations for lowerincome groups in the rural areas.
Another maj or ongoing programme provides school kits for selected students from poor families in both urban and rural communities.
Registration fees for the charity run are RM50 for 2 and 5km categories and RM80 for 8km.
Participants are welcome to register online at http://www. kuchingcentralrotary. org/ rotaryrun2017
Every participant will receive one piece of a uniquely designed dry fit ‘ Ultron’ T- shirt upon signing up and a beautifully designed finisher medal upon completion of the Run.
AXA Affin General Insurance Bhd has already shown its support with 100 participants confirmed for the Run.
Kuching branch manager David Ngui presented the forms to event organising chief Leonard Sia on Dec 14.
Last weekend, roadshow counters were set up at CityONE Megamal l for on- the- spot registration.
The event has also received sponsorships from Kenbest, Ultron, Kimgress, Ayam Brand and Vico.
RCKC is continuing to seek sponsorship from companies, organisations or individuals for the event.
For further details, please email to: rckcrun2017@ gmail.com