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.
