Family and Friends Cycled on Stonecutters Bridge to Raise Funds for the Largest Residential Care Home for the Elderly in Hong Kong
The “Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2024,” organised by Pok Oi Hospital and title sponsored by Shanghai Commercial Bank, concluded successfully at the Stonecutters Bridge on Sunday, March 17. The largest charity cycling event attracted a wide range of participants to raise funds for the construction and development of POH Tuen Mun Lam Tei Nursing and Residential Care Home for the Elderly, the largest residential care home for the elderly (RCHE) in Hong Kong.
To engage cycling enthusiasts and the general public, the event featured a collaboration with the beloved character Miffy. The event successfully raised over HK$8 million of donation funds, demonstrating the tremendous support received from individuals from all walks of life.
The Opening Ceremony kicks off the event and active lifestyle
Officiating at the “Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2024” were the officiating guest, the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, GBS, PDSM, JP; as well as other special guests: the Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Li Gong-xun; the Director of Fire Services, Mr Yeung Yan-kin, Andy, FSDSM; the Deputy Commander of Correctional Services (Operation and Strategic Development), Mr Ng Chiu-kok, CSDSM; the Deputy Director of Immigration (Control, Visa and Documents), Mr Ching Wo-mok; the Commissioner for Sports of Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (Sports & Recreation Branch), Mr Wong Tak-sum, MH; the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Management, Mr Chan Joon-sun; the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Dr Chan Shou-ming; the Chairman-elect of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Mr Chau Chun-tat; the Deputy Chairman, Managing Director & Chief Executive of Shanghai Commercial Bank, Mr David Kwok Sek-chi; the Event Caring Ambassadors, Mr Wan Kwong, Mr Wong Kam-po, SBS, MH, Mr Alex Fong Lik-sun and Ms Coffee Lam; and the Star Riders Ms Boey Leung and Ms Vivian Ma.
The Closing Ceremony & Cycling Carnival: Promoting low-carbon lifestyle and culture of giving via gamified booths
As always, the event featured the Individual and Corporate/Team categories. The 13-kilometre riding route started at the Tsing Sha Highway, then crossed over the Stonecutters Bridge and through the Nam Wan Tunnel, onto the Ngong Shung Road and finally returned to the starting point, offering magnificent sight of city skyline and Victoria Harbour all along, and a fun-filling closing ceremony-cum-carnival at the finishing point, the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Tsing Yi).
Speaking at the Closing Ceremony, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Dr Chan Shou-ming expressed his gratitude to the city-wide support to the event. “The Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions has welcomed its twelfth edition all thanks to the support and collaboration from various stakeholders of the society, especially from the Shanghai Commercial Bank for the title sponsorship for seven consecutive editions, so that we can continue to pass on the charitable spirit.”
Deputy Chairman, Managing Director & Chief Executive of Shanghai Commercial Bank Mr David Kwok Sek-chi said, “It is our honour to be the title sponsor of ‘Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions’ for seven consecutive years. Through our active participation, we look forward to promoting green and low-carbon living, while raising more funds for Pok Oi Hospital’s social services.”
In addition to the ceremony, the event included a vibrant Cycling Carnival. The carnival showcased eye-catching decorations featuring the beloved character Miffy and themed booths dedicated to cycling, road safety, and sports. The participants had the opportunity to enjoy musical performances by the winners of the “Pok Oi Voice” teenage singing contest and a demonstration session featuring the training of police dogs.
The “Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2024” received tremendous support from different parties, including:
Title Sponsor: Shanghai Commercial Bank
Diamond Sponsor: SOCAM Development Limited
Jade Sponsor: Fidelis Corporate Financial Advisory Limited, LKKC CPA Limited
Gold Sponsor: Mr Henry Tong Sau-chai, MH, JP, Henderson Property Management Department – Team of Care, Wong Man-tat Chinese Clinic, Alltronics Holdings Limited, Shine Union Limited, The Association of The Directors And Former Directors of Pok Oi Hospital
Venue Sponsor: Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Tsing Yi)
Venue Support: Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
Gift Sponsor: Midea Electric (HK) Limited, Chung Yung Cycle Co., ALP Creation Company Limited, 24/7 FITNESS, Vitas Limited, Integrated Market Services Asia Limited, Nutriworks, 5 – Hour International (HK) Limited, Reckitt Benckiser Hong Kong Limited
Volunteers Support: Oi Kwan Volunteer Group, Hong Kong Cyclist Information Net (HKCI), Octans Volunteers Team, Assist Integrated Bicycle Volunteer Team, Hong Kong Fire Services Department Volunteer Team, The Auxiliary Police Volunteer Services Cadre
The “Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2024” successfully concluded at the Stonecutters Bridge today (17 March, Sunday). Attending the opening ceremony were: the officiating guest the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, GBS, PDSM, JP (Front Centre); as well as other special guests: the Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Li Gong-xun (Front Right 8); the Director of Fire Services, Mr Yeung Yan-kin, Andy, FSDSM (Front Left 7); the Deputy Commander of Correctional Services (Operation and Strategic Development), Mr Ng Chiu-kok, CSDSM (Front Left 5); the Deputy Director of Immigration (Control, Visa and Documents), Mr Ching Wo-mok (Front Right 4); the Commissioner for Sports of Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (Sports & Recreation Branch), Mr Wong Tak-sum, MH (Front Right 3); the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Management, Mr Chan Joon-sun (Front Left 4); the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Dr Chan Shou-ming (Front Right 9); the Chairman-elect of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Mr Chau Chun-tat (Front Left 8); the Deputy Chairman, Managing Director & Chief Executive of Shanghai Commercial Bank, Mr David Kwok Sek-chi (Front Left 9); the Event Caring Ambassadors, Mr Wan Kwong (Front Left 2), Mr Wong Kam-po SBS, MH (Front Right 2), Mr Alex Fong Lik-sun (Front Right 1) and Ms Coffee Lam (Front Left 1); the Star Riders Ms Boey Leung (Back Right 5) and Ms Vivian Ma (Back Right 4), and special guest Miffy.
The “Shanghai Commercial．Pok Oi Cycle for Millions 2024” successfully concluded at the Stonecutters Bridge today (17 March, Sunday). The officiating guest, the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, GBS, PDSM, JP (Front Centre), and other special guests: the Deputy Director General of the New Territories Sub-office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (LOCPG) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Mr Li Gong-xun (Front Right 8); the Director of Fire Services, Mr Yeung Yan-kin, Andy, FSDSM (Front Left 7); the Deputy Commander of Correctional Services (Operation and Strategic Development), Mr Ng Chiu-kok, CSDSM (Front Left 5); the Deputy Director of Immigration (Control, Visa and Documents), Mr Ching Wo-mok (Front Right 3); the Commissioner for Sports of Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (Sports & Recreation Branch), Mr Wong Tak-sum, MH (Front Right 5); the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Management, Mr Chan Joon-sun (Front Left 4); the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Dr Chan Shou-ming (Front Right 9); the Chairman-elect of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Mr Chau Chun-tat (Front Left 8); the Deputy Chairman, Managing Director & Chief Executive of Shanghai Commercial Bank, Mr David Kwok Sek-chi (Front Left 9); the Event Caring Ambassadors, and the Vice Chairmen of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital kick start the opening ceremony.
After the firing of the starting pistol, the participants start off at the Tsing Sha Highway for a scenic 13KM riding journey.
In his speech, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Pok Oi Hospital, Dr Chan Shou-ming expresses his gratitude to the overwhelming support from various stakeholders of the society, from sponsors, support units to participants and donors.
Deputy Chairman, Managing Director & Chief Executive of Shanghai Commercial Bank Mr David Kwok Sek-chi hopes that through active participation, the brand would help to promote green and low-carbon living, while raising more funds for Pok Oi Hospital’s social services.
The title sponsor became the winners of both the Most Fund Raised and Team Spirit awards, showcasing the culture of giving back to the community.
This year, the charity cycling event has raised over HK$8 million, fully demonstrating the citizens’ love for cycling and their enthusiasm in charity.
Performers at the carnival: winners of the “Pok Oi Voice” teenage singing contest and a demonstration session featuring the training of police dogs.
Participants and families enjoying a relaxing Sunday at the carnival, where themed game booths about cycling, sports and road safety and the ever-popular Miffy photo corners are set up.