The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Fund-raising Dinner 2018/19 was held on 1 November 2018 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. With the theme of "Create ‧ Impact", the Dinner brought together over 800 distinguished guests, alumni, target donors and supporters of PolyU for a meaningful reunion.
Forty-three guests joined the kick-off ceremony and toasting, including: Professor Li Lu, Director of the Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, Mr Chan Tze-ching, PolyU Council Chairman, Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President, Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation, Dr Patrick Poon and Dr Yip Kit-chuen, Honorary Chairmen of the PolyU Foundation, Dr Raymond Chan and Mr Richard Sun, Co-Chairmen of the Event Organizing Committee, as well as members of the Governing Committee of the PolyU Foundation, PolyU Council and Court.
Highlights of the Dinner included the wonderful performance of famous erhu and percussionist Master Guo Gan, guzheng master Dr Zou Lunlun as well as the Chinese martial arts and guzheng performance by Dr Raymond Chan. The finale performance was the singing by Miss Cally Kwong, Ms Fiona Cheung together with the President's Band comprising Prof. Timothy W. Tong, PolyU students and alumni, which brought everyone at the Dinner to their feet, singing and dancing.
Among the climaxes of the Dinner was the charity auction of seven items, including premium wines, exquisite artworks, Council Chairman’s Private Kitchen, PolyU President’s personal guitar and high jewelry sponsored by Dr Daniel C.Y. Chan, Ms Shirley Chan Suk-ling, Mr Louis Mak Law-mo, Mr Chan Tze-ching, Prof. Timothy W. Tong and Mr Alan Kiang Ping-fai respectively.
The Dinner also featured a mini exhibition showcasing highlights of the projects which PolyU has undertaken to bring positive impact to the society.
Over HK$19.8 million was raised from the Dinner, the net proceeds will be used to support the student development and general development of PolyU. The Dinner owed its success to the generous support of sponsors, including:
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Principal Sponsor: |
Fantastic Natural Cosmetics Limited (FANCL) |
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Premier Sponsors: |
Glorious Sun Group |
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Kingrich Asia Holdings Ltd |
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Diamond Sponsors: |
Bright Future Charitable Foundation |
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Brilliant International Group |
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Dr Raymond Chan, JP & Mrs Shirley Chan Pau Shiu-yeng |
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Ms Fiona Cheung Sun-yu, MH |
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Jetta Company Limited |
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King's Flair Development Limited |
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Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Limited |
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Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, MH, LP |
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Shing Cheong Charitable Foundation Limited |
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Gold Sponsors: |
Biel Crystal (HK) Manufactory Limited |
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Fujikon Industrial Holdings Limited,Mr Johnny Yeung Chi-hung, MH |
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German Pool |
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Ms Pansy Ho, JP |
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New Frontier |
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Win Hanverky Holdings Ltd |
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JadeSponsors: |
Chevalier Group |
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Chuang Tze Cheung Charity Foundation |
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Mrs Katherine Leung Hung Siu-lin |
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Por Yen Charitable Foundation Ltd |
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Sa Sa Making Life Beautiful Charity Fund |
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Dr Henry Tan |
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Dr Irene Tang Mo-lin |
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Tuve Hotel |
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The Universal Hardware & Plastic Factory Limited |
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WKF Foundation |
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Dr Raymond Wong |
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Pearl Sponsors: |
9H Limited |
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Dr Raymond Chan, JP & Mrs Shirley Chan Pau Shiu-yeng |
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Mr Samson Chan |
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Mr Chao Chen-kuo |
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Ms Sabrina Chao |
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Ms Janet Chen |
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Mr K.K. Chiu & Mr Francis Li |
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Mr Wilson W.Y. Chow |
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Chung Nam Group Limited |
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CLP Power Hong Kong Limited |
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Ir Johnny Fan Siu-kay |
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Fenix Group Holdings Ltd |
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Fook Tin Group Holdings Limited |
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The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited |
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Mr Alan Kiang Ping-fai |
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Kinox Enterprises Ltd |
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NWS Holdings Limited |
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Parsons Music Corporation |
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Mr Raymond Poon Tak-cheong |
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Popway Hotel |
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Simson Suen Foundation |
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Starlite Holdings Limited |
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Ms Candy M.K. Tam |
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Dr Henry Tseng Chee |
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The Tsim Sha Tsui District Kai Fong Welfare Association |
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Vantage Charity Foundation Limited |
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Mr Xi Yu-shan |
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Ms Amelia Yau |
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Dr Yip Kit-chuen |
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VIP Tickets: |
Dr Daniel C.Y. Chan |
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Mrs Nina Lam, MH |
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Mr Peter Lau |
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Mrs Stella Lau Kun Lai-kuen |
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Mr Liu Zheng-qi |
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Mr Lo Kam-wing |
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The Professional Validation Centre of Hong Kong Business Sector |
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Squina International Group Ltd |
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Mr Tang To |
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T.K. Tsui & Associates Ltd |
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Mr Yu Tung-shan |
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Dr Royce Yuen, JP |
