Bukit Hitam Development Supports 2nd Annual ‘Running Game’ Charity Run 2016

Selangor, 26 October 2016 – Over 600 participants made their way to the first round of the 2nd Annual ‘Running Game’ Charity Run 2016, held in Bukit Puchong recently.

Organised by Shambala Kidz Leadership Preschool (SKLP), Bukit Puchong, together with HWT Group and Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya (MPSJ), the ‘Running Game’ aims to raise a total of RM3 million in funds, which will be channelled towards building an orphanage for underprivileged orphans and children from single-parent families in Ipoh.

In support of this noble cause, Bukit Hitam Development (BHD), developers of the Bukit Puchong township and one of the main sponsors of the event, donated RM20,000 to bring SKLP’s vision closer to reality.

“We have always believed that it is important to go beyond the ‘bricks and mortar’ of the township and do our part to engage the various members of this community. This is why we are pleased to support SKLP’s efforts in organising this annual charity run, as it is a great way to bring the community together in support of a great cause. In the process, we will also be able to leave a lasting impact by providing a better life for the underprivileged children in Ipoh, and that is indeed priceless,” said Mr. Wong Chiew Meng, General Manager of BHD.

Officiated by Yang Berhormat Tuan Ng Sze Han, Member of the Selangor State Assembly (ADUN) for Kinrara and George Yap, MPSJ councillor, the event successfully raised more than RM43,000 in the first leg of the charity run. All proceeds were handed over to representatives from the Da Ci Jiang Tang (Pertubuhan Pengurusan Warga Tua Anning Ipoh), the beneficiary organisation of the event.

Established in 2011, Da Ci Jiang Tang (Pertubuhan Pengurusan Warga Tua Anning Ipoh) is a  non-governmental organisation that serves the community in various ways including caring for the elderly, providing shelter to orphans, recycling, poverty alleviation and providing medical services to those in need.

Participants were divided into three categories – men, women and group – and were required to overcome three physical, mental and response-testing obstacles, in addition to running 5KM. The top three participants in each category took home a trophy and medal each, while an additional ten consolation prizes were given away for each category.

The second round of the annual ‘Running Game’ will be held on 27th November at SKLP Ambang Botanic, Klang. For further details or to register, visit https://www.facebook.com/charityrunrunninggame/.

Mr Wong Chiew Meng, General Manager of Bukit Hitam Development (3rd from left) handing over the donation cheque to a representative of Da Ci Jiang Tang. Looking on are Yang Berhormat Tuan Ng Sze Han (1st from right), Mr George Yap, MPSJ councillor (1st from left) and Datin Chang Yen Wei, Organising Chairlady of the 2nd Annual ‘Running Game’ Charity Run 2016 (2nd from left).

Truly a family affair as participants take part in the charity run to contribute to a noble cause.

Kick-starting the day with big smiles as participants share a picture with children from Da Ci Jiang Tang, the beneficiary organisation of the event.

Celebratory cheer as participants cross the finish line.