HOPEww & Western Union Migrant workers Education Grant

Following a successful partnership with HOPE Worldwide last year, Western Union Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Western Union, is renewing the alliance to kick start this year's grant distribution.


Thanks to the overwhelming response received last year, Western Union Foundation has pledged RM100,000 to HOPE Worldwide Malaysia. Each qualified foreign worker will receive RM1,000, meant for the education expense of their children back in their own country. A total selected 100 migrant workers from Indonesia, Philippines, India, Bangladesh & Nepal will receive this grand

As part of the initial steps, volunteers of HOPE Worldwide Malaysia took to the streets around Kota Raya to distribute fliers to the many migrant workers there on the 27th of Sept and 4th of Oct 2009. A total of 20 dedicated volunteers spend a total of 80 hours on the street to reach out to the migrant workers. They are given explanation in regards to the education grant, and it is hoped that from thereon they will also spread the message among their fellow countrymen.

Dedicated volunteers distributing the Western union Education Grant

HOPEww Raya Celebration with Land & General Berhad

Children were treated with a sumptuous meal

Darick Wong (Program Director) & En Ferdaus (Executive Director of L&G)
being with the children

Moment all the children is waiting for .. 'Duit Raya'

The Raya Celebration Committee Members

On the 26th Sept 2009, HOPE Worldwide Malaysia joined hands with Land and General Berhad to host a Hari Raya celebration for the poor and needy. Families were treated to a buffet lunch of traditional Malay cuisine. Meanwhile, the children had a great time in the 'ketupat' craft session. Adding to their joy, the kids also received 'duit raya'. The whole event was made possible through the contributions by Land and General Berhad, one of Malaysia's pioneer in property development.