RMHC Gala 2024 Program Booklet

ABOUT Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) RMHC’s mission is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of ill children and their families while children receive hospital treatment. There are three core programs that we offer in RMHC globally: Ronald McDonald House® (RMH), Ronald McDonald Family Room® (RMFR) and Ronald McDonald Care Mobile® (RMCM). As of Sep 2024, there are 390 RMHs, 272 RMFRs and 41 RMCMs in 62 countries or regions across the globe providing services to those in need.

TABLE Of Contents

Program Rundown

About RMHC

Chairperson’s Message

Chief Executive Officer’s Message

Board of Directors, Honorary Advisors, Gala Committee Members

Performers and Emcee

Auctioneers

Sponsors

Auction Procedure and Payment

Sponsor a Family

PROGRAM Rundown

Get Started and Let the Dream Fly

19:00

19:20

Warm Welcome from Chairperson of RMCH Hong Kong Ms. Grace Fung Oei

Raise Our Glasses in Celebration of Good Will

19:30

Let Spirit Take Flight with Music of the Night

19:35

20:05

Live Auction – Bid Hard and Win Hearts

Musical Interlude

20:20

Live Auction – Seize the Moment Before It’s Going, Going, Gone

20:30

21:55

Sponsor a Family – Give Hope for Overcoming Adversity

21:35

Lucky Draw and Fundraising Result Announcement – A Little Kindness Goes a Long Long Way

ABOUT Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC)

RMHC’s mission is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of ill children and their families while children receive hospital treatment.

There are three core programs that we offer in RMHC globally: Ronald McDonald House® (RMH), Ronald McDonald Family Room® (RMFR) and Ronald McDonald Care Mobile® (RMCM). As of Sep 2024, there are 390 RMHs, 272 RMFRs and 41 RMCMs in 62 countries or regions across the globe providing services to those in need.

RMHC HONG KONG

Ronald McDonald House is the core program of RMHC Hong Kong. The House in Shatin is the first House in Asia, providing “home away from home” service. RMHC Hong Kong has been committed to a “Family-Centered Care” service model, providing temporary residence and psychosocial support to families with seriously ill children. RMHC Hong Kong has been serving children suffering from cancers, cardiovascular, kidney or rare diseases. The House provides a comfortable and hygienic environment to reduce the risk of bacterial infection. In addition, the House’s proximity to the hospital ensures that these young patients can receive immediate care; the diverse facilities take care of the daily needs and promote a mutual support environment for the families.

CHAIRPERSON’S Message

RMHC Global Board of Trustees RMHC Hong Kong Chairperson Ms. Grace Fung Oei

A very warm welcome to the RMHC Hong Kong Gala Dinner 2024. This evening, we celebrate our dream and the possibilities that love can bring, under tonight’s inspiring theme “Let the Dream Fly”. As the shadow of the pandemic recedes, it is time to dream boldly and soar to new heights as we unleash our impact and reignite our purpose. In our community, our impact and purpose are quite special. The first RMHC in Asia was established in Hong Kong. We opened our first House in 1996 and established a unique position of focusing not only on the sick children, but on their families as well. Since then RMHC Hong Kong has been a prime advocate in bringing the “Family-centered care” model of health care to life. We have created an environment where families can stay together, find solace, and connect with each other during the most difficult time in their lives. Late last year, we took a significant step forward in our mission when we opened our second House in Kwun Tong. With 66 rooms, the new House will provide an additional 24,000 overnight stays each year for families with children who are sick, tripling the scale of operations for RMHC Hong Kong. 16 years in the making, this milestone represents the fulfilment of a dream that once seemed out of reach. It began as a single, earnest aspiration to expand our capacity to support more families in HK when HK Government announced in its 2007 Policy Address the intention to set up a centre of excellence in paediatrics (CEP). As we opened the doors to our second House in Nov 2023, we marked not just the end of a long journey, but the beginning of a new chapter in our history of keeping families together and providing “Family-centered care” and invaluable psychosocial support and resources for families with seriously ill children in HK.

The opening of our new House also reminded us that dreams, bold or humble, can come true when we commit ourselves fully to them. With relentless dedication, purposeful collaboration, and unyielding love, the possibilities are endless. We can indeed make a profound impact on the lives of those in need. And, if our dream can become a reality, we owe it to others to help them pursue theirs. I am pleased to be serving on RMHC Global Board of Trustees, especially as we celebrate RMHC Global’s Golden Jubilee this year. While 50 years is a significant milestone, we continue to keep the dream alive to meet the needs of sick children and their families. As we honor our past, we reaffirm our commitment to expanding and enhancing our services, ensuring that we support and uplift those who rely on us. I agree with Dr Audrey Evans, one of our Mission Founders, that “When you care for others, it’s infectious and it can spread to create change and extraordinary impact”. I cannot wait to see what the next 50 years will bring. Together, we will dream bigger, work harder, and strive to make an even greater impact in the lives of those we serve. Thank you again for your support!

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S Message

RMHC Hong Kong CEO Dr. Francesca Sin

How lovely it is to welcome you all to this truly special evening. This year marks a momentous milestone of 50 years of operation and service for RMHC Global. It is such an honor to have you here with us as we reflect on the dream that started it all and the enduring vision that continues to inspire us. RMHC keeps families together by providing a ‘home away from home’ close to the critical care their sick child needs. More than just a place to stay, our Houses provide psychosocial support and resources, educational activities and programs, as well as a safe and nurturing environment. By surrounding children with love, RMHC helps them heal, dream, and spread their wings. This is why we have chosen “Let the Dream Fly” as the theme for our Gala Dinner this year: We have a dream too, and that is to ensure that no dream is out of reach for the children we serve. This itself is a monumental aspiration that requires not just all of us but a collective effort from every corner of our community. The bigger the dream, the more talent we need to make it a reality. We are actively expanding our team, recruiting professionals from diverse fields to enhance our capabilities. This strategic growth will allow us to deliver a broader range of services to address the evolving needs of families—whether it is through infrastructure and facilities or comprehensive mental, social, and emotional support. All of us on our team yearn to use our knowledge and skills to make a genuine difference. Together we will develop more programs that not only serve our current families but also extend continuity of care to former House residents.

care. We are dedicated to ensuring that, when a child is ill, the entire family receives the comfort and support they need and is actively involved in their child’s care alongside healthcare providers. We will continue to collaborate with various stakeholders to advocate for family-centered care in the medical network, creating more support for this pivotal, values-based approach. In addition, we are focused on integrating family-centered care into every aspect of our facilities, services, and programs to empower families and help them navigate the challenges of illness together. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Gala Committee for their dedicated efforts; all of the sponsors for your unfailing support who are making this event a roaring success. My special vote of thanks also goes to our special guests for your splendid performance tonight. As we look ahead to the future, we are filled with anticipation and hope, eager to continue working alongside our incredible partners to extend our impact and reach even more families with ill children. Together, let us turn our aspirations into achievements and let every child’s dream soar!

As this cherished dream takes flight, we remain grounded in our philosophy of family-centered

BOARD Of Directors

Mr. Kam Hay Wung, Kevin

Ms. Grace Fung Oei (Chairperson)

Ms. Lai Wai Sze, Randy

Prof. Chan Chi Fung, Godfrey

Prof. Li Man Chim, Albert Martin

Ms. Cheung Tih Loh, Karen

Ms. Wan Mei Fong, Jenny

Prof. Cheung Yiu Fai

Mr. Wong Fook Lam, Raymond

Ms. Chow Ming, Alice

Dr. Wong Ming Sum, Rosanna

Mrs. Michelle Ho Pura

HONORARY Advisors

Prof. Fok Tai Fai

Mr. Wai Siu Chung, Dominic

Prof. Yuen Man Pan, Patrick

GALA Committee Members

Ms. Serene Cheng (Chairperson)

Ms. Polly Cheung

Mr. David Fung

Ms. Elaine Hui

Ms. Catherine Ku

Ms. Jolene Lin

Ms. Jenny Wan

PERFORMERS

Committee Member of Hong Kong Performing Artistes Guild Mr. Terence Siufay 小肥

Terence Siufay hails from Macau, and has been making a name for himself as a singer. In his career of some 20 years, he has been with the Macau group C-Plus and Gold Typhoon in Hong Kong. His achievements are underlined with awards such as new male singer bronze award from JSG 07 and the silver award for the song “逼得寵物太緊” with Kary Ng. Now, he is also contributing to the performing arts industry as a Committee Member of the Hong Kong Performing Artistes Guild, a non-profit organisation representing more than 900 actors, singers, performers and voice actors.

Ms. Sio Fan

Lam Sio Fan lost her sight in childhood due to cancer. Fortunately, with the help of Ronald McDonald House, she was able to receive treatment and recover in a

safe and comfortable environment. With determination, she pursued education and her interest in music. After graduating from university, she continued to work hard on singing and playing the guitar, and is keen to make music with different people.

Ms. Susan Wong PERFORMER

Born in Hong Kong and immigrated to Sydney, Australia with her family at the age of seven. Susan is an easy listening and smooth jazz singer known for her alto vocals. She has been acclaimed as the Queen of Audiophile after the release of her album. Close to You in 2002. One of her most renowned recording is her remake of Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean in Bossa Nova style, which reached 5.2m views on Youtube. Geneva, Manila and Tokyo and her music has reached listeners all over the world from Hong Kong to Brazil, Spain, Indonesia and United States. Susan recently released her twelfth album, "Kamereon" in May this year, highlighting the Hong Kong-born singer’s unerring ability to bring a fresh, new complexion to a wide range of songs taken from different musical genres.

EMCEE Mr. Desmond So

Desmond So is an international television presenter and emcee based in Hong Kong. He is the longest-serving front man of television market leader TVB’s long-running lifestyle and luxury-living show Dolce Vita, a program showcasing fine dining, timepieces, yachts and supercars, staycation hotspots, and the city’s most exclusive events. Previously, he was also host of a movie-based, entertainment news program on STAR Movies. His programs have reached millions of viewers in Greater China, Southeast Asia, and beyond. In 2010, Desmond was the only person from the media to conduct a one-on-one television interview with Hollywood royalty Nicole Kidman on her inaugural visit to Hong Kong. He has also interviewed late five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant; Oscar winner Michelle

In addition to his entertainment work, Desmond is also a seasoned corporate trainer. Through East-West Institute of Applied Etiquette, a boutique consulting firm which he founded, he has offered thousands of hours of training on business etiquette, public speaking, and communication skills to professionals in various stages of their careers.

Yeoh; international film stars Kate Winslet, Uma Thurman, and Jessica Alba; charismatic funnyman Rowan Atkinson; and music sensations Jason Mraz, Rita Ora, and K-pop’s CL.

AUCTIONEER

Director of Christie’s Education, Head of Strategic Growth Initiatives, Christie’s Asia Pacific Ms. Sara Mao

Sara Mao has been serving as the Director for Christie’s Education in Asia Pacific since 2018, overseeing the development of programmes across Hong Kong, China, and South East Asia. In May 2024, she expanded her role by taking on the position of Head of Strategic Growth Initiatives at Christie’s Asia Pacific. In this capacity, she is responsible for driving new business initiatives and exploring brand opportunities, particularly as Christie’s prepares to relocate its Asia Pacific headquarters to The Henderson in September 2024. Sara joined Christie’s in 2008 as a Junior Specialist Trainee, and by 2015, she was appointed Vice President, Specialist Head of Sale for Chinese Modern Paintings. In this role, she focused on nurturing client relationships and securing consignments in Asia for auctions and private sales. Sara has curated over ten seasons of auctions for some of the most iconic paintings and important collections in the field, including spearheading record-breaking sales such as Fu Baoshi’s The Song of the Pipa Player for HKD 204.8 million, and Zhang Daqian’s Ancient Temples Amidst Clouds for HKD 102.4 million in 2017. Bringing her specialist experience to education, Sara currently leads programmes in Asian Art, Art Business, and Luxury Connoisseurship, with a focus on Women Artists and Art & Tech. She was the curator for Christie’s Art + Tech Summit “Mixed Realities” in 2019, and co-convenor for Christie’s Education’s first online academic conference “The Chinese Art Market”, in 2020. She also moderated Christie’s “Art and Sustainability” Summit in 2023. In addition to her executive and educational roles, Sara is an accomplished auctioneer for Christie’s. She supports numerous charity auctions, working with organizations such as Save the Children, Ronald McDonald House, Make a Wish Foundation, and The National Kidney Foundation (SNG), among others. Sara received her B.A. in Philosophy & English Literature from the University of York (UK), followed by a Graduate Diploma in Law from BPP Law School (UK). She also holds a Master of Letters in History of Art and Connoisseurship, specializing in Chinese art, from Christie’s Education and the University of Glasgow.

About CHRISTIE’S

Founded in 1766, Christie’s is a world-leading art and luxury business with a physical presence in 46 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, and flagship international sales hubs in New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris and Geneva. Renowned and trusted for our expert live and online-only auctions, as well as bespoke Private Sales, Christie’s unparalleled network of specialists offers our clients a full portfolio of global services, including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education. Christie’s auctions span more than 80 art and luxury categories, at price points ranging from $500 to over $100 million. Christie’s has sold 8 of the 10 most important single-owner collections in history, achieved the world record price for an artwork at auction, launched the first fully on-chain auction platform dedicated to exceptional NFT art and manages an investment fund to support innovative startups in the art market. Christie’s is also committed to advancing responsible culture throughout its business and communities worldwide. To learn more, browse, bid, discover, and join us for the best of art and luxury at christies.com or by downloading Christie’s apps.

AUCTIONEER

Paul Wong joined Sotheby’s Wine Department in 2012 as a Wine Specialist and is currently the Head of Department of Wine and Spirits, China. Wine was initially a hobby, turned into a lifelong profession eventually for Paul. Trained as an engineer, He has been involved in many Sotheby’s record-breaking auctions, such as The ELBULLI CELLAR (2013), Mr. Paul Wong Director, Asia Head of Department, Wine & Spirits, China

CHATEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD – DIRECT FROM THE PROPERTY (2015), THE TRANSCENDENT SALE (2019) and THE SUMMIT, A COMPLETE CELLAR (2020). Graduated from University of Toronto with a bachelor’s degree in engineering and holds the Diploma in Wines and Spirits issued by the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET), he speaks fluent Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.

DIAMOND Sponsor

Mrs. Barbara & Mr. Anthony ROGERS

DIAMOND Sponsor

陳慧慧基金有限公司 The Chen Wai Wai Vivien Foundation Limited

DIAMOND Sponsor

SAPPHIRE Sponsor

Mrs. Grace & Mr. Kendall Oei

PLATINUM Sponsor

C.Y. Food Trading (HK) Company Limited & Mr. Ishii Hiroyuki

Mrs. Grace & Mr. Kendall Oei

PLATINUM Sponsor

Mr. Patrick Tsang

GOLD Sponsor

- CBRSA Alumni - Leonora Chau

Ms. Ms. Mr. Ms. Mr. Mr.

Serena Lam Jesse Leung Rebecca Lin Lawrence Ma Walter Wong

GOLD Sponsor

Ms. Elaine Hui

GOLD Sponsor

Mr. Paul Kwok

Ms. Rosanna Eav

GOLD Sponsor

The Hui Sai Fun Charitable Foundation

TKL Society Limited

GOLD Sponsor

Mr. Wilson Lam

Great Kingdom Entreprises

INDIVIDUAL SEAT Sponsor

Combine Will Ind. Co., Ltd.

Kerry Ingredients (M) SDN BHD

Mr. Dominic Wai

McCormick (Guangzhou) Food Co. LTD

Mayuanda Toys (HK) Co., Limited

Mr. Alvan Kwok

NetApp (Hong Kong) Limited

New World Development Company Limited

New Island Printing Group Co., Ltd

Polybrands International Limited

Solomon HR Solution Limited

Pro-Tooling (Far East) Limited

Technical Model Design Limited

Tsit Wing Group

Thomas Chow Architects Limited

Mrs. Jenny & Mr. Alain Lam

Cargill Meats Thailand Ltd.

CASH Donation

Chan Sui Kau Family Benefits and Charitable Foundation Limited

AMTEK LIMITED

Mr. Allan Chan

Mr. Cheng Ka King

Mr. Alvan Kwok

Ms. Lee Yuk Fong Doreen

Weebo Corporation Limited

Mr. & Mrs. Cheung Wai Hing

L Industries Limited

Healthy Friend Ltd

Ms. Lai Siu Kuen Rita

Lan Kwai Fong Group

Ms. Leung Lai Ping Kaftine

Mr. Real Ting

Ms. Helen Ma

Ms. Lisa Chan

AUCTION IN-KIND Donation

Mrs. Grace & Mr. Kendall Oei

Gentry Club

Mr. Samuel Tsang

Mr. Lincoln Lau

Mr. Benjamin Hui

Ms. Eunice Sin

Ms. Silence Leung

Ms. Wendy Leung

Ms. Winnie Cheung

AUCTION IN-KIND Donation

Fleuria

Family of Zhu Zitao

Harilela Hotels Ltd

Grand Hyatt Hong Kong

HKGTA Town Club

Hong Kong Golf and Tennis Academy

Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin

Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel

Ms. Mani Fok

Ms. Linda Wong

MIBONBóN

MGYM

Royal Caviar Club

Nero Kitchen

TOD'S

GENERAL IN-KIND Donation

Mrs. Barbara & Mr. Anthony ROGERS

Ms. Vicky Lowe

Akanoshou

Gonpachi

Lane Crawford

New World Development Company Limited

Ocean Park Corporation

Royal Caviar Club

Unilever Food Solutions

AUCTION Procedure Live Auction Procedure

To bid an item, please raise your paddle and wait to be acknowledged by our auctioneer. Our volunteers will approach you and collect all pertinent information once the auctioneer acknowledges you as the final bidder.

Silent Auction Procedure - This Silent Auction Will Be Closed At 21:30 (Tentative) -

TO REGISTER

Scan this QR Code

Go to Website

rmhc.oph.hk

Click the top bar to enter the required details and you will receive a verification code via SMS and/or email. Enter the code on the site and complete the registration.

TO BID... 1. Click the desired item. 2. Login with the required details. 3. Choose the desired increment to bid.

TO PLEDGE... 1. Click the menu button on the top left corner of the website. 2. Input the amount you wish to donate.

Winning bidders may pay for your items online by credit card (MasterCard or Visa). Delivery will be arranged within 14 days after payment has been settled. Payment and Collection of Items

When Successful

You will receive an SMS and/or email with all items won and pledged. You can follow the link back to the website and settle the payment

*Amount is in HKD. *Please note that auction items paid are not tax deductible.

SPONSOR A Family Through the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) program, hundreds of ill children and their families are provided much-needed temporary accommodation for facilitating their treatment and recovery every year. A donation of just HK$38,000 will support an ill child for a 3-month stay at RMH with psychosocial support. For a donation of $18,000, you will sponsor a family in Kwun Tong House with 1 year essential and hygienic direct transfer to Hong Kong Children’s Hospital.

Sponsors will receive gorgeous teddy bears as a token of our appreciation. Graciously sponsored by The Marketing Store, the teddy bears are in adorable costumes representing hope and dream, echoing this year’s theme – “Let The Dream Fly”. We are pleased to present a set of 2 teddy bears for every donation of HK$38,000, and 1 teddy bear for every donation of HK$18,000. Your donation makes a difference. Please sponsor a family now.

HK$38,000 for a set of 2

HK$18,000 for 1

Through our commitment to supporting the arts, we aspire to inspire future generations, empower communities and foster a more inclusive society for all.

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WITH COMPLIMENTS

Ronald & Reggie Kwok

WITH COMPLIMENTS

Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs.

Shirley Chan Bonnie Huo Pansy Leung Kong Susan Wai

WITH COMPLIMENTS

Mr. Simon, Mrs. Sarah & Ms. Sonia Chan

The donor appreciation list is as of 30 September 2024. Our gratitude also goes to those not listed. Please scan the QR code for the updated version.

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