CWS Malaysia receives the biggest contribution of RM20,000 from the school
THE constant advise by Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur’s principal Mrs Vimala Mathews to her 950 students that “community service is a lifetime commitment” was probably the motivational factor behind the very successful fundraiser which has benefited six organizations related to children welfare.
A whopping RM62,282.00 was raised by the Wesley Methodist School Interact Club’s recent cross-country jogathon in February.
“It’s a good feeling when you have helped someone in need. We encourage compassion for others,” she said.
The Children’s Wish Society of Malaysia was the biggest beneficiary from the fundraiser with a RM20,000 contribution to help it fulfill wishes of children who are stricken with life-threatening and terminal illnesses in the country.
CWS board member Alan Yip who received the cheque said the organization was humbled by the efforts put in by “youths for youths”.
“The students have shown that nothing is impossible for them to achieve if they set their hearts and minds to it.”
“This contribution is an honor to receive from the school. It will allow us to bring more smiles to children who are stricken with life threatening and terminal illnesses,” he said.
Last year, the club donated RM12,500 to CWS.
Interact Club community service director, 17-year-old Jonathan Lee was all smiles during the whole cheque presentation ceremony although he admitted later that seeking sponsors for the 7km jogathon was the hardest.
“Apart from getting sponsors, members spent time preparing the cloth tags for the run. We made it ourselves with spray paint and cloth.”
“Students were given donation cards a few weeks before the event to collect money. Each student collected a minimum of RM35,” he said, adding that the club decided to donate the bigger share to CWS because they wanted the children’s last wishes to be fulfilled.
Three other organizations received RM10,000 each. Among them were Rumah Victory and Semoa.
Another two organizations, Wings Malacca and Pusat Bantuan Sentul received RM5,000 each.
