One of Hong Kong’s most significant annual charity campaigns – Operation Santa Claus (OSC), jointly organised by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) Radio 3 and the South China Morning Post (SCMP), has raised about HK$300 million and has benefited over 280 charities in the past 31 years. A launch ceremony for “Operation Santa Claus 2019”, themed as “From Hong Kong with Love”, was held on 7 November at the HKEX Connect Hall. 13 selected deserving causes that will benefit from this year’s community-wide charity event were also introduced.
Executive Council Convenor Bernard CHAN was invited to be a guest of honour for “Operation Santa Claus 2019” Launch Ceremony along with Executive Director and Chief Executive of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited Charles LI. Director of Broadcasting LEUNG Ka-wing, Editor-in-Chief of SCMP Tammy TAM, OSC 2019 Ambassadors Stephanie AU and Pakho CHAU, jointly officiated at the launch ceremony which marked the start of a series of fundraising events that will be held in November and December. The Ceremony also featured performances by a capella Metro Vocal Group and the Oboe and Cor Anglais Duo 2S.