Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan Chee Yioun, Chairman of Berjaya Cares
Foundation (“BCF”) has presented a financial aid of RM900,000 today to 300 families affected by the
recent gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights.
PRESS RELEASE
Berjaya Cares Foundation contributes RM900,000 Financial Aid
to the Victims of Putra Heights Gas Pipeline Fire Incident
Date: 14 October 2024
Venue: Kuala Lumpur
Subang Jaya, 05 April 2025 – Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan Chee Yioun, Chairman of Berjaya Cares
Foundation (“BCF”) has presented a financial aid of RM900,000 today to 300 families affected by the
recent gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights.
Under the flag of BCF, the charity arm of Berjaya Corporation Berhad (“BCorp”), this donation comprises of RM3,000 immediate cash assistance to each household, with the aim of alleviating the vulnerable families’ financial burden in supporting their journey of rebuilding homes and livelihoods.
Sharing his goodwill and his drive behind this donation, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan said, “In times of crisis, we believe it is our responsibility as a corporate citizen to stand with communities in need. This donation reflects our unwavering commitment to supporting humanitarian relief efforts and helping with recovery. We honour the resilience of the victims, and thank the frontline responders who are working tirelessly to aid recovery. Together, through collective action and compassion, we can bring hope and strength to those facing unimaginable challenges. Our hearts are with you today and in the long journey ahead.”
He further expressed his hope that, “In the spirit of kindness and unity, we encourage more companies and individuals to step forward to contribute to the good cause, bringing relief to the struggling victims in times of ordeal.”
A simple ceremony was held today at the Putra Heights LRT station to disburse the financial aid to the representatives of affected families. Also present at the ceremony were Yang Berhormat Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport of Malaysia and Yang Berhormat Tuan Ng Sze Han, Chairman of Selangor State Investment, Trade and Mobility Committee.
Over the years, BCF has made significant contributions to Malaysia’s development and community welfare through supporting various initiatives, including enhancing primary schools’ infrastructure, monsoon flood victims’ relief, as well as donation-in-kind to underprivileged university students. Moving forward, BCF will continue to support charitable causes and create positive impact in the communities it serves.
Under the flag of BCF, the charity arm of Berjaya Corporation Berhad (“BCorp”), this donation comprises of RM3,000 immediate cash assistance to each household, with the aim of alleviating the vulnerable families’ financial burden in supporting their journey of rebuilding homes and livelihoods.
Sharing his goodwill and his drive behind this donation, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan said, “In times of crisis, we believe it is our responsibility as a corporate citizen to stand with communities in need. This donation reflects our unwavering commitment to supporting humanitarian relief efforts and helping with recovery. We honour the resilience of the victims, and thank the frontline responders who are working tirelessly to aid recovery. Together, through collective action and compassion, we can bring hope and strength to those facing unimaginable challenges. Our hearts are with you today and in the long journey ahead.”
He further expressed his hope that, “In the spirit of kindness and unity, we encourage more companies and individuals to step forward to contribute to the good cause, bringing relief to the struggling victims in times of ordeal.”
A simple ceremony was held today at the Putra Heights LRT station to disburse the financial aid to the representatives of affected families. Also present at the ceremony were Yang Berhormat Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport of Malaysia and Yang Berhormat Tuan Ng Sze Han, Chairman of Selangor State Investment, Trade and Mobility Committee.
Over the years, BCF has made significant contributions to Malaysia’s development and community welfare through supporting various initiatives, including enhancing primary schools’ infrastructure, monsoon flood victims’ relief, as well as donation-in-kind to underprivileged university students. Moving forward, BCF will continue to support charitable causes and create positive impact in the communities it serves.
About Berjaya Cares Foundation (“BCF”)
The Berjaya Cares Foundation is the charitable arm of Berjaya Corporation Berhad. Its mission revolves around empowering individuals and communities through various initiatives. Among the foundation’s core focus areas are education for underprivileged children and youth, outreach programmes for marginalised communities, health and well-being, community welfare and development, local arts and culture, humanitarian aid, animal welfare, and environmental protection.
The Berjaya Cares Foundation is the charitable arm of Berjaya Corporation Berhad. Its mission revolves around empowering individuals and communities through various initiatives. Among the foundation’s core focus areas are education for underprivileged children and youth, outreach programmes for marginalised communities, health and well-being, community welfare and development, local arts and culture, humanitarian aid, animal welfare, and environmental protection.
About Berjaya Corporation Berhad (“BCorp”)
Berjaya Corporation Berhad is a publicly listed company on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. It is a diversified consumer group with four core business segments: Retail (Food & Non-Food), Hospitality, Property, and Services. BCorp’s interests span various industries, including consumer marketing, financial services, hotels and resorts, recreation, gaming, environmental services, motor trading and distribution, telecommunications, IT, and investment holding. For more information, please visit www.berjaya.com.
Berjaya Corporation Berhad is a publicly listed company on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. It is a diversified consumer group with four core business segments: Retail (Food & Non-Food), Hospitality, Property, and Services. BCorp’s interests span various industries, including consumer marketing, financial services, hotels and resorts, recreation, gaming, environmental services, motor trading and distribution, telecommunications, IT, and investment holding. For more information, please visit www.berjaya.com.
For media inquiries, please contact Corporate Communications at corpcom@berjaya.com.my.