KUALA LUMPUR, 18 DECEMBER 2023— It’s the season of Christmas, and Yayasan MR. D.I.Y. has successfully organized a heartwarming event, bringing joy and festive cheer to the children of the Myanmar Refugee Community Learning Centre (MRCLC). The event called ‘Spread Joy, Share Love: Unwrap Your Wish,’ aims to create lasting memories for the young residents of MRCLC.
In a joyful two-hour celebration at MR. D.I.Y. PLUS Mid Valley Megamall, 25 children, five teachers, and special guests, including Dato’ Sri Loo Chong Peng from the Board of Trustees of Yayasan MR. D.I.Y., MR.DIYCares volunteers, and Soroptimist International Damansara (SID) volunteers, gathered with the iconic Santa Claus. The Christmas event was filled with fun activities that made it memorable for the children. They enjoyed the Jingling Ball activity, followed by a lively Christmas Dance and Roll the Bottle activity. The highlight of the event was certainly the Santa Claus Party, where Santa distributed gifts tailored to the children’s wishlist, creating excitement. The event ended with warm goodbyes, leaving everyone with a lasting holiday spirit.
Commenting on the initiative, Yayasan MR. D.I.Y.’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Zaleha Mohd Mydin expressed, “As we celebrate the magic of Christmas, our hearts are filled with warmth and joy at the opportunity to share this special occasion with the children of Myanmar Refugee Community Learning Centre. Through the ‘Spread Joy, Share Love: Unwrap Your Wish’ initiative we aim to create cherished moments and leave a lasting impact. As a foundation, this event reflects our commitment to community engagement and the belief that together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve. Our gratitude extends to all participants, volunteers, and partners contributing to make this celebration truly magical.”
Zaleha also thanked Soroptimist International Damansara (SID), who generously sponsored the transportation for the children, ensuring a seamless journey to the celebration venue.
Yayasan MR. D.I.Y. focuses on environmental protection, health, capacity-building, and nurturing arts and culture. Established in June 2023, this foundation is committed to making a positive impact for all Malaysians. For more information about its CSR initiatives, visit https://www.mrdiy.com/project
