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The Community Chest is committed to moving with the times to address imminent needs in society, and is grateful for the tremendous support received from all sectors of the community. In the 2025/2026 campaign year, over HK$393 million was raised, including HK$111 million designated for The Community Chest Tai Po Fire Relief Fund. All funds raised have been allocated to support people in need, without deduction of administrative expenses.
The Community Chest held its 2025/2026 Annual Awards Ceremony at Government House on Friday, 9 October 2026. Mrs Janet Lee, President of the Chest, officiated at the event and presented awards to the Top Ten Donors and awardees in two special categories. “For more than five decades, the Community Chest has remained steadfast in its mission to serve the community. In times of emergencies and crisis, the Chest has always responded swiftly to provide immediate support, reflecting the philanthropic spirit and mutual support that define Hong Kong.” Mrs Lee said.
The Top Donor, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, is a major valuable charity partner of the Chest. The Chest has been very fortunate to have the unwavering support of the Bank and its charitable foundation all these years. Thanks to their generous donations, matching donations and staff participation in many Chest events, timely and effective assistance can be provided to people in need. This year, they are also a staunch supporter of The Community Chest Tai Po Fire Relief Fund.
The Second Top Donor, Hang Seng Bank, is committed to community development and has long supported a wide range of Chest events and initiatives. Since 1997, the company has been a major sponsor of Dress Casual Day. This year, they have also contributed to The Community Chest Tai Po Fire Relief Fund and joined hands with the Chest to launch a “Silver Academy” to address emerging social needs.
The Third Top Donor, The Wharf Group, is a valuable supporter of the Chest’s Corporate and Employee Contribution Programme and Sports for Millions, as well as a staunch supporter of Dress Casual Day over the years. Donations are also collected via their shopping mall network.
The Fourth to Tenth Top Donor Awards were presented to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited, Cheung Kong Group, Biel Crystal Holdings Limited, Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited, Sa Sa International Holdings Limited, Kerry Group, Kong Yiu Man Charitable Foundation Limited and Mrs Tam Mak May Mei Yin respectively.
The Partner in Charity Award went to The Hong Kong Jockey Club, whereas HKEX Foundation was recognised with the Partner of Charity Giving Award. In addition, The Community Chest Award for Outstanding Service was presented to Education Bureau, Fairbairn Catley Low & Kong, Hong Kong Evangelical Church Social Service Limited, Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres Limited, International Social Service (Hong Kong Branch), PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited, The Salvation Army and Social Welfare Department. The Community Chest Rainbow Fund Outstanding Award – Tai Po Fire Relief was presented to organisations and individuals who had made outstanding contributions to the fund.
Mr T C Chan and Mr Billy Kong, Executive Committee Deputy Chairmen, and Ms Diana Cesar, 2025/2026 Campaign Committee Chairman, expressed the Chest’s appreciation to other donors and supporters, and presented them with The Community Chest Award for Outstanding Service, The Community Chest Rainbow Fund Outstanding Award – Tai Po Fire Relief, the President’s Award, Awards of Excellence, Awards of Distinction and Awards of Merit.
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The Top Donor is The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited. The Chest has been very fortunate to have the unwavering support of the Bank and their charitable foundation all these years. Thanks to their generous donations, matching donations and staff participation in many Chest events, timely and effective assistance can be provided to people in need. This year, they are also a staunch supporter of The Community Chest Tai Po Fire Relief Fund.
The Second Top Donor is Hang Seng Bank. The Bank is committed to community development and has long supported a wide range of Chest events and initiatives. Since 1997, they have been a major sponsor of Dress Casual Day. This year, they contributed to The Community Chest Tai Po Fire Relief Fund, and joined hands with the Chest to launch a “Silver Academy” to address emerging social needs.
The Third Top Donor is The Wharf Group. They are a valuable supporter of the Chest’s Corporate and Employee Contribution Programme and Sports for Millions, as well as a staunch supporter of Dress Casual Day over the years. Donations are also collected via their shopping mall network.
The Hong Kong Jockey Club is presented with the Partner in Charity Award. The Club is a valued long-term charity partner of the Chest. They contribute annually to defray the Chest’s administration expenses, and have allowed usage of the office premises at a nominal rent since 2000, enabling the Chest to allocate all funds raised to support social services.
HKEX Foundation is presented with the Partner of Charity Giving Award. The Foundation has been advancing philanthropy hand in hand with the Chest for many years, actively connecting the financial and social welfare sectors. This year, they sponsored the “Community Chest HKEX Gong Run” and raised nearly HK$10 million for the Chest.
The Community Chest Award for Outstanding Service is presented to organisations and government departments in recognition of their exceptional contributions and support to the Chest in various areas.
