On August 4, 2019, Tzu Chi KL & Selangor’s Entrepreneurs’ Group organized a charity banquet at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel. The vegetarian luncheon, aiming at raising funds for the Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur (TCISKL), was modest yet merry and heart-warming.

One cannot survive on passion alone, so the common belief goes. Relying on passion projects to pay the bills might be a far-fetched idea, yet volunteer Tan Chieu And has proven that her passion for baking cakes serves a meaningful purpose.

On June 23, 2019, Tzu Chi KL & Selangor volunteers joined forces in organizing three charity fairs held concurrently at KL Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall in Kepong, One City Mall in Subang Jaya and Mines 2 in Seri Kembangan. The aim was to raise funds for the construction of Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur (TCISKL), in anticipation of its official commencement of classes in January 2020.

With the construction of Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur (TCISKL) in full swing and its opening scheduled for January 2020, Tzu Chi KL & Selangor held a charity fair on June 23, 2019 to support the good cause. Some volunteers and public members also gave their support in the form of “Honorary Board Members”.

To most people, one does charity when one is rich enough. However, some kind souls may not be financially rich and yet, they are willing to part with some of their savings for the development of education. This spirit of contributing for education earns the respect of others.