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ONERHT Foundation together with Chui Huay Lim Club and Ee Hoe Hean Club raise close to S$500,000 to promote medical care and support for disadvantaged groups

February 14, 2023

SINGAPORE, Feb 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - ONERHT Foundation Ltd, the corporate social responsibility vehicle of RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT"), together with its co-organisers Chui Huay Lim Club and Ee Hoe Hean Club, has raised close to S$500,000 to promote health and wellness among disadvantaged and vulnerable members of our community.Guest-of-Honour Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health, (7th from left) onstage with Organising Committee members and advisors, generous donors and the esteemed artists at the eventThe charity gala dinner held on 8th February 2023 was themed "In Pursuit of Excellence - ONERHT Foundation Charity Gala Dinner 2023" and attended by Guest-of-Honour Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health together with more than 400 guests.Funds raised through the event will be used to support three local charitable healthcare institutions: Singapore Thong Chai Medical Institution, Ren Ci Hospital and Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital. Each with its own storied history of service to the community, these three institutions serve thousands of patients every month, regardless of background, race and religion. The funds will enable the three hospitals to expand their services and facilities to support the growing healthcare needs of an ageing population.Ms Kaylee Kwok, Chairman of ONERHT Foundation, said, "Tackling the challenges of today's complex world requires the combined effort of various stakeholders from private and public sectors driven by a common purpose for good. We are inspired by the sense of purpose and dedication to selfless service demonstrated by local charitable healthcare institutions. We believe businesses can emulate their values by recognising our shared responsibility to deliver positive impact to the community and to think beyond profit."Mr Ng Hoy Keng, President of Chui Huay Lim Club, said, "We hope to continue our collaboration with community groups to organise more cultural and charity events at the Chui Huay Lim Club, bringing vibrancy to the club while leveraging its modern facilities which are open to all."Mr Aw Chye Wee, Chairman of Ee Hoe Hean Club, said, "Through its philanthropic members past and present, the Ee Hoe Hean Club has a long history of giving back to the community, including donations for the Tong Chai Medical Hall. It is our hope that we will be able to pass on this spirit of giving to the next generation."The gala dinner marks the end of a three-day public exhibition of Chinese paintings and calligraphy artworks by Hong Kong artists Mr Alfred Cheung and Mr Wong Wai Ho. A successful silent auction of the artworks was held during the exhibition at the Chui Huay Lim Club between 6-8 February."This was a joint effort made possible by the effort of our co-organisers and the generosity of our donors, sponsors and esteemed artists," added Ms Kwok.Since its inception in 2015, the Foundation has with the support of its donors and sponsors been able to raise more than S$4 million for more than 24 charitable organisations.ONERHT Foundation LtdA Singapore registered charity and grant-making philanthropic organisation, ONERHT Foundation Ltd ("Foundation") enables RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT") to do right and do good through various charitable endeavours.Set up by ONERHT in 2015, the Foundation was registered as a Singapore charity by the Commissioner of Charities and a grant-making philanthropic organisation by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore on 16 September 2016 and 28 November 2016 respectively.The Foundation seeks to establish, inspire and encourage the right philanthropic culture among the corporate and legal fraternity of giving back to the community in a focused, hands-on and meaningful manner. Since its inception, the Foundation has raised more than S$4 million to support more than 24 beneficiaries involved in education, the environment and sustainability, disadvantaged groups as well as the arts and sports. For more information, please visit www.onerht.foundationFor media enquiries, please contact:Elliot Siow / elliot.siow@rhtgoc.com / +65 8375 0417 Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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ONERHT Foundation charity art exhibition at Chui Huay Lim Club looks at the pursuit of excellence in Chinese painting and calligraphy

February 2, 2023

SINGAPORE, Feb 2, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - ONERHT Foundation Ltd, the corporate social responsibility vehicle of RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT"), together with its co-organisers Chui Huay Lim Club and Ee Hoe Hean Club, welcomes members of the public to visit its charity art exhibition and appreciate masterful Chinese paintings and calligraphy artworks.Held at the Chui Huay Lim Club's Heritage Hall, the exhibition presents Chinese paintings and calligraphy artworks by Hong Kong artists Mr Alfred Cheung and Mr Wong Wai Ho which are up for auction. Successful bidders of these artworks will have the option of converting the artwork into Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), merging the beautiful traditions of Chinese art with cutting edge technology for the certification of authenticity. The service is provided by AlDigi Technologies, a member of the ONERHT ecosystem of multidisciplinary professional services.The free exhibition opens to the public from 6-8 February, between 10am-6pm. An opening ceremony will be held at 10am on Monday 6 February 2023 at the venue, and the Guests-of-Honour for the opening ceremony would be A/Prof Ho Peng Kee, Patron of ONERHT Foundation, Mr Ng Hoy Keng, President of Chui Huay Lim Club and Mr Aw Chye Wee, Chairman of Ee Hoe Hean Club.In addition, various Chinese artworks by renowned artists Xu BeiHong (1895 - 1953), Chen Wen Hsi (1906 - 1991), Wang Zhen/Wang YiTing (1867 - 1938) and Lu Yanshao (1909 - 1993) have been lent to the organisers by Mr Yeo Eng Koon for public viewing at the exhibition. A painting by Cultural Medallion Award winner Mr Lee Hock Moh (b. 1947) will also be displayed at the exhibition.Funds raised through the event will be used to support three local charitable healthcare institutions: Singpapore Thong Chai Medical Institution, Ren Ci Hospital and Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital. Each with its own storied history of service to the community, these three institutions serve thousands of patients every month, regardless of background, race and religion. The funds will enable the three hospitals to expand their services and facilities to support the growing healthcare needs of an ageing population.Ms Kaylee Kwok, Chairman of ONERHT Foundation, said, "The exhibition supports disadvantaged groups and the arts, both of which are among the core pillars of the ONERHT Foundation's philanthropic mission. We welcome members of the public to visit the exhibition made possible by the efforts of our co-organisers and the generosity of our donors, sponsors and esteemed artists."Since its inception in 2015, the Foundation has with the support of its donors and sponsors been able to raise more than S$4 million for more than 24 charitable organisations.Artists ProfileMr Alfred Cheung is currently serving as the CEO of APTTPA Co., Ltd. and JC Food Republic Co., Ltd. As a hobby, Mr Cheung devotes himself to the study of Chinese painting art in his spare time. He started learning from Lingnan School renowned painter Rong Shu Shi from middle school, and acquired the know-how of lychee painting, landscape sketches, painting techniques of flowers, plants, birds and animals. He is especially good at painting plum blossoms.Mr Cheung is also appointed as a director of the Japan Hong Kong Society, consultant of the Japan Hong Kong Society in Tokyo. He has also been a special lecturer for the City University of Hong Kong, giving lectures on refrigeration logistics science and also a Fukuoka MICE ambassador. He is currently a consultant for Tsuruga port as well as marketing ambassador for Fukui Prefecture in Japan and as external advisor to HK Metropolitan University.Mr Wong Wai Ho is currently an Independent Non-Executive Director of Hong Kong listed companies i.e. Road King Infrastructure Limited (HK Stock Code: 1098) and Hang Chi Holdings Limited (HK Stock Code: 8405). He is also Chairman of Eminent EIS International Preschool and TransTEch Limited. Since young, Mr Wong has a strong interest in Chinese calligraphy. Over the years, Mr Wong has developed his own unique style and technique and his calligraphy artwork is highly appraised.ONERHT Foundation LtdA Singapore registered charity and grant-making philanthropic organisation, ONERHT Foundation Ltd enables RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT") to do right and do good through various charitable endeavours.Set up by ONERHT in 2015, the Foundation was registered as a Singapore charity by the Commissioner of Charities and a grant-making philanthropic organisation by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore on 16 September 2016 and 28 November 2016 respectively.The Foundation seeks to establish, inspire and encourage the right philanthropic culture among the corporate and legal fraternity of giving back to the community in a focused, hands-on and meaningful manner. Since its inception, the Foundation has raised more than S$4 million to support more than 24 beneficiaries involved in education, the environment and sustainability, disadvantaged groups as well as the arts and sports. For more information, please visit www.onerht.foundationFor media enquiries, please contact:Elliot Siow / elliot.siow@rhtgoc.com / +65 8375 0417 Copyright 2023 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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ONERHT Foundation’s charity golf event raises more than S$500,000 for disadvantaged groups

November 2, 2022

SINGAPORE, Nov 2, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - ONERHT Foundation Ltd, the corporate social responsibility vehicle of RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT"), announced that its charity golf event had raised close to S$560,000 for disadvantaged groups- a core target group of the Foundation's philanthropic mission.Minister for Trade and Industry Mr Gan Kim Yong, Ms Kaylee Kwok, Chairman of ONERHT Foundation, Mr Eddie Chua, Honorary Treasurer of Singapore Golf Association, Mr Azman Jaafar, Managing Partner of RHTLaw Asia LLP, and Mr Jayaprakash Jagateesan, Group Chief Executive Officer of AlDigi Holdings [L-R] Funds raised through the charity golf event will be used to support underprivileged families, as well as the elderly and their caregivers, through four local beneficiaries: PCF Sparkle Care Centres, Dementia Singapore Ltd, Life Community Services Society, and ARTDIS (Singapore) Ltd. Ms Kaylee Kwok, Chairman of ONERHT Foundation, said, "With the strong support of the Foundation's generous donors and sponsors, we continue to advance the Foundation's initiatives and programmes across its four core pillars of education, environment and sustainability, disadvantaged groups, as well as arts and sports."Almost 250 golfers participated in the charity golf event held over three days on 14, 20 and 28 October 2022 at Sentosa Golf Club which ended with a gala dinner attended by Guest-of-Honour, Minister for Trade and Industry Mr Gan Kim Yong, and more than 180 guests. In line with its goal of promoting sports, the Foundation entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Singapore Golf Association (SGA). Under the MOU, the Foundation and SGA will collaborate on various projects and outreach programmes to promote golf as a healthy sporting activity.Mr Eddie Chua, Honorary Treasurer of SGA, said, "We are excited to partner with ONERHT Foundation to collaboratively achieve SGA's strategic goals for golf in Singapore."Since its inception in 2015, the Foundation has with the support of its donors and sponsors been able to raise more than S$4 million for more than 15 charitable organisations. The Foundation is glad that it is able to make a meaningful philanthropic impact on the community. ONERHT Foundation Ltd A Singapore registered charity and grant-making philanthropic organisation, ONERHT Foundation Ltd enables RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT") to do right and do good through various charitable endeavours. Set up by ONERHT in 2015, the Foundation was registered as a Singapore charity by the Commissioner of Charities and a grant-making philanthropic organisation by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore on 16 September 2016 and 28 November 2016 respectively. The Foundation seeks to establish, inspire and encourage the right philanthropic culture among the corporate and legal fraternity of giving back to the community in a focused, hands-on and meaningful manner. Since its inception, the Foundation has raised more than S$4 million to support more than 15 beneficiaries involved in education, the environment and sustainability, disadvantaged groups as well as the arts and sports. For more information, please visit www.onerht.foundationSingapore Golf AssociationThe Singapore Golf Association (SGA) is the National Sport Association governing the game of golf in Singapore. Registered on 5 October 1961, SGA's objective is to encourage and promote the game of golf in Singapore. SGA currently has 11 Full Members, 7 Associate Members and 6 Affiliate Members. SGA is also a member of the International Golf Federation, Asia Pacific Golf Confederation, ASEAN Golf Federation, Asia Golf Leaders Forum and the Singapore National Olympic Council. For more information, please visit https://sga.org.sg/For media enquiries, please contact: Elliot Siow / elliot.siow@rhtgoc.com / +65 8375 0417 Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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ONERHT Foundation raises funds for disadvantaged groups in Gentle Bones Charity Concert

July 26, 2022

SINGAPORE, Jul 26, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Local singer-songwriter Gentle Bones returned to the stage for a good cause in collaboration with ONERHT Foundation Ltd (formerly known as RHT Rajan Menon Foundation Ltd) ("Foundation"), the corporate social responsibility vehicle of RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT").L-R: Mr Tan Chong Huat and ONERHT Foundation Chairman Ms Kaylee Kwok during the handoverJoining him on stage for his last ever concert in Singapore were guest artistes Tay Kewei, Charlie Lim, Linying and Benjamin Kheng who thrilled spectators at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands. In a surprise appearance, JJ Lin who was among the spectators also joined in the performance.Gentle Bones said, "It's been a great journey since I started my 'Gentle Bones' YouTube channel for acoustic covers back in 2010, and I couldn't have asked for more in my last ever concert in Singapore. By the end of the year, Gentle Bones will no longer be performing or participating in any activities locally, and I'll be officially retiring Gentle Bones in Singapore."The concert was also attended by Guest of Honour Minister for Culture Community and Youth & Second Minister for Law Edwin Tong SC, who noted ONERHT Foundation's efforts to play a part in supporting an inclusive Singapore.He said, "The Foundation has done good work over the years, to establish, inspire and encourage a philanthropic culture of giving back to the community among the corporate and legal fraternity. I hope, as ONERHT, they will continue to serve with one heart and one mind, to help the beneficiaries in our community."Newly appointed Chairman of the Foundation, Ms Kaylee Kwok, said, "Music brings people together and we are pleased to have presented this charitable collaboration with local musicians for a good cause. In particular, we are very grateful to Gentle Bones for supporting this meaningful event.""The Foundation also marks a new chapter following its renaming to reflect its evolution as a common platform for corporate social responsibility and purposeful growth for ONERHT. With the strong support of the Foundation's donors and sponsors, our Patron and Board of Directors, as well as management, lawyers and staff from across ONERHT, I will continue to advance the Foundation's initiatives and programmes across its four core pillars of education, the environment and sustainability, disadvantaged groups, as well as the arts and sports," she added."I would also like to take this opportunity to personally thank Mr Tan Chong Huat for his mentorship, guidance and encouragement during his tenure as Chairman of the Foundation," said Ms Kwok.During the handover ceremony (with Minister Edwin Tong as witness), Mr. Tan had handed over a symbolic Chinese scroll to Ms. Kwok, which read:English translation: Chong Huat and Kaylee have led the Foundation well, and, Kaylee, who succeeds him shall build on it and bring it to another level of success and splendour.Proceeds from the charity concert will help support the well-being of those hit hardest by the pandemic, such as underprivileged families, seniors, people with disabilities, and their caregivers.Funds raised through the charity concert will be used to support the FUN! Fund for Seniors (an Agency for Integrated Care initiative), PCF Sparkle Care Centres, Lions Befrienders Service Association (Singapore), Dementia Singapore Ltd, Life Community Services Society, TOUCH Community Services Limited, CaringSG Limited and It All Starts Hear.sg.ONERHT Foundation (formerly known as RHT Rajan Menon Foundation)A Singapore registered charity and grant-making philanthropic organisation, ONERHT Foundation Ltd ("Foundation") enables RHTLaw Asia LLP and the RHT Group of Companies (collectively, "ONERHT") to do right and do good through various charitable endeavours.Set up by ONERHT in 2015, the Foundation was registered as a Singapore charity by the Commissioner of Charities and a grant-making philanthropic organisation by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore on 16 September 2016 and 28 November 2016 respectively.The Foundation seeks to establish, inspire and encourage the right philanthropic culture among the corporate and legal fraternity of giving back to the community in a focused, hands-on and meaningful manner. Since its inception, the Foundation has raised more than S$3 million to support more than 15 beneficiaries involved in education, the environment and sustainability, disadvantaged groups as well as the arts and sports. For more information, please visit www.onerht.foundationFor media enquiries, please contact:Elliot Siow / elliot.siow@rhtgoc.com / +65 8375 0417 Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)