CDL senior management together with Mrs Cecilia Kwek, family and friends ushering in the Lunar New Year with senior beneficiaries at Grand Copthorne Waterfront. (L-R): Mrs Melanie Kwek (wife of Hong Leong Foundation Governor Mr Kingston Kwek); Mrs Cecilia Kwek; Mrs May Kwek (wife of Hong Leong Asia Executive Chairman Mr Kwek Leng Peck); CDL Group CEO Mr Sherman Kwek and CDL Group COO Mr Kwek Eik Sheng.
CDL Harnesses
Renewed Energy
With Seniors
For A Joyful
Year Of
The Horse
Mrs Cecilia Kwek, wife of CDL Executive Chairman Kwek Leng Beng, recently hosted a festive Lunar New Year luncheon for elderly beneficiaries together CDL senior management, Group CEO Mr Sherman Kwek, Group COO Mr Kwek Eik Sheng, Group General Manager Mr Chia Ngiang Hong, and Group CFO Ms Yiong Yim Ming. The event was held at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel.
Organised annually since 2003, this cherished luncheon tradition welcomed close to 100 elderly beneficiaries this year from NTUC Health Active Ageing Centre @ Bukit Merah, Filos Community Services @ Chai Chee, and Thye Hua Kwan Active Ageing Centre.
Mrs Kwek making her entrance as she was led in by the Lion Dance troupe with Mr Ng Chee Theam from CDL Hospitality Asset Management following behind.
Mrs Kwek reaching out to give seniors a warm embrace as they greeted her.
One of the highlights of the afternoon was the lively Lo Hei session (tossing of yusheng), symbolising prosperity, unity and good fortune for the year ahead. The seniors were then treated to a festive lunch and lively programme that brought much joy and laughter to the celebration. Performances included a repertoire of traditional Chinese New Year celebratory songs and a fun lucky draw segment, creating a warm and nostalgic atmosphere.
Towards the end of the programme, mandarin oranges and red packets, jointly gifted by CDL and Mrs Kwek, were presented to the elderly beneficiaries to usher in the New Year with blessings of good health and happiness, bringing the session to a heartwarming close.
An elderly beneficiary cheering joyfully with the event's games and entertainment.
One of the luncheon’s highlights was a friendly challenge to see who could throw their paper aeroplane the farthest.
Initiated in 1999, the City Sunshine Club (CSC) is City Developments Limited’s dedicated employee volunteer platform, established by late Deputy Chairman Kwek Leng Joo to foster a strong culture of volunteerism. Over the years, CSC has provided employees and their families with meaningful opportunities to engage community partners and support the less fortunate through diverse outreach programmes.
An enthusiastic “Huat Ah!” from everyone to welcome good health, success and prosperity for the Year of the Horse.
