Second Harbour Run raises RM10,000 for local charities
BINTULU: The second Harbour Success Run with more than 1,000 participants at Wisma Harbour yesterday collected RM10,000 for charity.
Harbour Group managing director Dato Francis Yong presented the proceeds to four charitable non- governmental organisations ( NGOs) - Senior Citizen Service Centre, Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Malaysia, Extra- meal Bintulu and St John Ambulance Malaysia Haemodialysis Centre Bintulu after the prize giving ceremony.
“Last yerar’s theme was ‘ Keep moving forward’ while this year’s theme is ‘Sailing Towards Success’.
“It means that Harbour as a reputable corporation wants to keep moving forward and sail towards success,” said Harbour Club president Wesley Chang.
Chan added the run aims to get staff closer to local community while maintaining good physical and mental fitness besides helping the less fortunate.
Chan said Harbour Group management understands the need to help NGOs with their operating expenses and takes the initiative to fulfil its corporate social responsibility by giving back to the local community.
“We hope that this little contribution would provide some assistance for these NGOs to serve those in need,” he said.
The run which was divided into two categories saw Sii Tuong Jing emerged as the champion in the men’s category while second to fifth placing went to Aliff Zaini, Lucas Wong, Goliath and Ling Tai Ming respectively.
The top five winners in the women’s category were Hii Win Nie, Joyce Ho Hie Knew, Ma Qin Mei, Christy Anggong and Frances Shoeman respectively.
The top five winners in both categories received cash prizes of RM300, RM250, RM200, RM150 and RM100.
On behalf of Harbour- Link, Chan extended his appreciation to Bintulu Youth and Sports Office, Bintulu Resident’s Office, Bintulu District Office, and police for their support and thanked all sponsors such as Remix (official apparel partner), Moma water ( official hydration partner), Vico ( chocolate malt beverage drinks), Oiltown Signcraft, including Am familymart, Sing Kwong supermarket, NU Hotel and New World Suite.
“I would also like to thank our dedicated staff who worked hard behind the scene,” he concluded.