BY FASIHA KHUSHIRI and NURFARAHIN OKI
KUCHING: Yayasan Farley has again hosted its annual programme, Yayasan Farley Kasih Ramadan, in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidifitri.
Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development, Datuk Mohamad Razi Sitam, said in doing so Yayasan Farley has embraced and fostered a culture of celebrating Hari Raya by reaching out to less privileged children.
“The foundation for us to attain happiness is by bringing joy to others. This is one of the ways Yayasan Farley gives back to the community.
“I want to express my deepest gratitude to Yayasan Farley for brightening up these children’s lives. We truly appreciate your sincere efforts,” he said.
He stated this during the Kasih Ramadan Open House event organised by Yayasan Farley at the Rumah Warisan Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abang Haji Ahmad Urai on Monday.
“Every celebration gives us the opportunity to sow the seeds of caring for the welfare of the community, especially orphans and those in need,” said Razi.
Yayasan Farley chairman Eijing Lau, meanwhile, said it has always focused on the development and well-being of the community within its ecosystem.
“With our Kasih Ramadan programme, we aim to bring joy and happiness to our children,” said Lau.
About 80 children from Peryatim and Rumah Kanak-Kanak Toh Puan Hajah Norkiah received Hari Raya gift packs donated by Yayasan Farley.
Also present was State Social Welfare Department Director Adana Jed. BOMBA Sarawak director Datuk Khirudin Drahman, Chief of Rehabilitation and Legislation Division of Sarawak State Depar.
