News & Events

June 2008

Hands On Hong Kong Happy Hour

Despite the typhoon 8 warning earlier in the day, nearly 50 Hands On volunteers, newcomers, and supporters attended the Hands On Hong Kong summer happy hour on June 25 at F.I.N.D.S. Thanks to the generosity of F.I.N.D.S. and the Gerson Lehrman Group, all entrance fees were donated to support Hands On Hong Kong's work.

Hands On is a legally registered charity exempt from tax according to the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Ordinance. For more information, visit our Donate page.

May 2008

Hands On Launches in Chengdu to Aid Rebuilding Effort

In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Sichuan province, Hands On launched a new affiliate in Chengdu. The effort is spearheaded by Hands On Shanghai and supported by Hands On Hong Kong. The goal of Hands On Chengdu is to recruit, train, and manage volunteers at many levels; develop leaders through its volunteer leadership; engage individuals, students, and corporations to leverage their capabilities; and work with local organizations to develop their capacity.

Hands On Hong Kong members, as well as other individuals, companies, and community groups interested in volunteering or donating resources to the relief efforts are encouraged to register on the Hands On Chengdu website. In the coming days and weeks, Hands On Chengdu will provide details on opportunities for involvement in Sichuan.

March 2008

Hands On Volunteers Join Hands and Hearts

On February 23rd, Hands On volunteers joined “hands and hearts” in honor of Chinese Valentine's Day to spend a half day with the residents of the Haven of Hope Sunnyside School.

The school, operated by Haven of Hope, provides special education, accommodation, rehabilitation, and activities for disabled students between age six and 18.

Nearly a dozen Hands On volunteers played games and sang songs with the students, helped them at meal time, and took a tour of Sunnyside school.

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February 2008

Hands On Hong Kong Happy Hour

Join Hands On Hong Kong in celebrating the new lunar year at our first happy hour Wednesday, February 13! Whether you're already a volunteer with Hands On or considering getting involved, we invite you to join us at Lei Dou in LKF from 7-9pm for a few free drinks, snacks, and a lot of socializing.

Date: Wednesday, February 13

Time: 7:00-9:00pm

Cost: No admission fee. Some free drinks, light snacks, and cash bar.

Location: Lei Dou, G/F, 20-22 D'Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong (Before Haagen Dazs and across the street from Ben and Jerry's)

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January 2008

Restaurant Fundraising Drive Benefits Hands On Hong Kong and Disadvantaged Youth

Three Hong Kong restaurants raised more than HK$42,000 as part of their local charity drive over the holiday season. Between November 1 and December 22, Frog Face Fish, Zest, and Babek restaurants donated HK$10 for each lunch patron they received.  All proceeds were given to HOHK and the Changing Young Lives Foundation.  HOHK would like to thank Frog Face Fish, Zest, and Babek for their generous donation!

The end of the restaurant charity drive culminated in a luncheon at Frog Face Fish on December 30th for disadvantaged youth who participate in programs that are operated by the Changing Young Lives Foundation.  More than 30 children and parents made the trip to Central to enjoy the holiday lunch, as well as games and gifts. 

Several HOHK volunteers participated in the luncheon, helping the children travel to the restaurant and entertaining the children throughout the afternoon. Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped out!