Answering the Cathay Group’s call for social empowerment, Cathay United Bank chairman Andrew Kuo recently led the bank’s Singapore branch in its first-ever partnership with HUG Community Services, a non-profit social service agency in Singapore, by hosting an intergenerational dining event at a retirement home.
Kuo was accompanied by members of the Singapore branch and representatives from five Taiwanese businesses in Singapore, providing food and comfort to elderly people and demonstrating that kindness and compassion know no borders.
“Cathay United Bank is fully committed to corporate social responsibility [CSR],” Kuo said. “By developing diverse charity action plans that promote the well-being of senior citizens and marginalized communities, we aspire to create an inclusive and equal society for all to live in peace and harmony.”
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“Working hand in hand with governments, social welfare groups and corporate partners, we hope to leverage our financial impact to establish a resilient social security network, thereby enhancing our charitable impact beyond borders,” he said.
According to the UN’s World Population Ageing report, more than 15 percent of Singapore’s population is over the age of 65. As a rapidly aging nation, establishing age-friendly communities has become increasingly important.
The bank’s Singapore branch teamed up with HUG Community Services, a non-profit charity organization that has long devoted itself to marginalized communities in Singapore, to plan an intergenerational dining event.
“The Singapore branch has consistently followed social and environmental issues,” said Winfield Wong, head of the Singapore branch. “Today’s event marks our first time inviting Taiwanese businesses to participate in a charity event for senior citizens, where we aspire to establish a more inclusive, safe and sustainable society.”
“It is our sincerest hope that today’s event may serve to inspire others to continue this cycle of generosity,” Wong said.
In addition to nearly 40 volunteers from Cathay United Bank, 24 people from Taiwanese businesses in Singapore also volunteered. The event received widespread recognition, with the Taipei Business Association in Singapore, Evergreen Marine (Asia) and Chunghwa Telecom Singapore also participating.
Attendees were given delicious handmade spring rolls and gift bags filled with daily necessities. By offering relief for families in need, Cathay United Bank aims to lead Taiwanese businesses in making a positive impact in the world.
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