Every day hundreds of people go to sleep, hungry, with stomachs tormented.
Every day hundreds of people go to sleep, pained, with minds tormented. A thousand different emotions race through them - guilt, worry, joy, sadness, anger.
YOU can do something about this.
Kechara are hosting a fund-raising dinner and auction, in aid of two worthy causes which provide solutions to the pains of the body, spirit and mind - Kechara Soup Kitchen, and the expansion of the Kechara prayer hall. Bring peace to people's minds. Bring peace to people's stomachs.
YOU can bring peace.
DINING WITH A PURPOSE
All of the proceeds of this dinner will be channeled towards the renovations of Kechara House’s new gompa (prayer hall), and the new premises of Kechara Soup Kitchen.
Since its establishment in 2000, Kechara House (KH) has become a sanctuary of spiritual learning and progress for a growing number of practitioners. Our current gompa is always full to bursting point, especially during teachings given by our spiritual guide, His Eminence Tsem Tulku Rinpoche.
Through the kind generosity of sponsors, KH is now expanding its premises. This project, to be helmed by President Datuk May Phng, now needs approximately RM3.5million in funds for its renovation.
Kechara House and her members have brought many benefits to the community, not in the least through Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK). A weekly service which distributes food to the homeless and urban poor, KSK itself has been without a permanent home for the last four years of their ever-expanding operations.
After much fund-raising, the non-governmental organisation acquired their premises off Jalan Imbi in late 2009, and are now seeking funds for the renovation and maintenance of these premises. It is their hope to serve the homeless every single day of the week, helping them to regain dignity in their lives.
Please join us and support the growth of Kechara House and Kechara Soup Kitchen!
WORDS OF PASSION: AN APPEAL FROM PRESIDENT
Datuk May Phng, respected entrepreneur and President of Kechara House, will be overseeing the renovations of the new Kechara House gompa. In her appeal to you, she asks that you take this opportunity to make a difference, through the community causes of Kechara House (KH) and Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK).
KH provides “a place for anyone to rest, meditate, learn about philosophy and take part in holistic activities to stimulate the body, speech and mind”. Simultaneously, KSK feeds over 800 men, women and children each weekend, come rain or shine.
This is a way for us to change people’s lives, by benefiting the underprivileged in our society as well as those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life. Together, we can give people peace of mind and harmony in their hearts.
Read the full letter of appeal from Datuk May Phng here >
AN EVENING OF ENTERTAINMENT
Emceed by celebrities Owen Yap and Hoong Jia Hui, the evening will be a fascinating highlight of the best that Malaysia and Kechara have to offer. From entertaining performances, to an auction of ten stunning items, a Lucky Draw at the evening’s end will give diners the chance to win something for nothing. The Best Dressed male and female guests also stand the chance to take home prizes worth RM500 for their 1Malaysia-themed outfits.
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Preview and introduction of Auction Items Registration - Silent bidding and refreshments (Preview for open bids) Lucky Draw Celebrity MC welcome - Owen Yap and Hoong Jia Hui Speech by President of KH / Kechara video Dinner is served Comedy with Nyonya and Baba Auction 1 (Pearl Necklace and Jade Pendant) Kechara talents Auction 2 (Thangka, White Tara statue and Wealth Vase) Magic with Johnson Lau Auction 3 (Dzambala statue) Salamiah Hassan sings.... Auction 4 (Tsongkhapa statue) Best Dressed Awards for male/female (RM500 worth of prizes) Lucky Draw The End |
MAKING A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER
Tables for the dinner are available for a minimum donation of RM1,600, RM2,500 and RM5,000. If you would like to reserve a table or contribute in kind, please do not hesitate to contact us. We also welcome the sponsorship of any other types of prizes for the auction and lucky draw.
Please contact:
Cheri Woo
[M] +6013 343 3788
[T] +603 7880 0189
[E] cheri.woo@kechara.com
