The event was jointly held by the authorities of Beijing and the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation (CFPA), with the participation of more than 90 diplomatic representative offices, international organisations and expatriates living in China. Vietnam's pavilion at the 10th International Charity Bazaar in Beijing, China Vietnam’s traditional nem (fried spring roll) and coffee were served to visitors. The Vietnamese embassy also attended various other activities held in the charity fair. Themed “Love knows no border – to Hear the Love from the World”, the bazaar aimed to raise funds for children with hearing problems to receive free surgeries and for the poor in Gansu province. Speaking at the fair, Qian Wei, spouse of Chinese State Counsellor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, said the bazaar not only raises funds for the needy but also offers a destination for expats in China to meet and introduce their countries, people, craft products and … [Read more...] about Vietnam attends international charity fair in China
Charity
Consular Club of HCMC to host 25th International Charity Bazaar
Consular Club of HCMC to host 25th International Charity BazaarBy Minh Tuan HCMC - The Consular Club of HCMC, whose members are from a number of diplomatic missions in Ho Chi Minh City, will be holding the 25th International Charity Bazaar at the Adora Center Convention Center in Tan Binh District on November 3. The event will begin at 9:30 a.m. and run until 3 p.m. Entry tickets cost VND100,000 for adults, while children under six accompanied by an adult can enter free of charge. There will be a free play area for children and plenty of activities to keep them happily occupied. In addition to the chance to buy a wide range of international goods and food, visitors can also purchase tickets in the popular Raffle Draw. Raffle tickets are available for VND50,000 each, and prizes include premium necklaces from Swarovski, airline tickets, vouchers for stays at deluxe resorts and hotels in many famous locations throughout Vietnam, spa packages, lunch or dinner vouchers in luxury … [Read more...] about Consular Club of HCMC to host 25th International Charity Bazaar
Charity-run to raise money for needy people
The information was announced at a press conference held by the British Business Group Vietnam (BBGV) on October 18 in Hanoi. The event aims to promote sportsmanship among people, motivate the community to exercise and raise money for charity in Vietnam in various fields such as education, health, disaster prevention with the hope of creating a better life for the Vietnamese people. Christopher Jeffery, Vice Chairman of the British Business Group Vietnam "The event is held to support charitable organizations throughout Vietnam in implementing projects to raise people's intellectual standards, improve working capacity and enhance community cohesion. We hope that this year's event will see the participation of nearly 7,000 people, raising VND 700 million (USD 29,981) for projects and programs to create positive and sustainable changes in the lives of needy people in Vietnam,” said Christopher Jeffery, Vice Chairman of the British Business Group Vietnam. … [Read more...] about Charity-run to raise money for needy people
About 7,000 people to join BBGV-hosted Charity Fun Run in Hanoi
The Hanoitimes - Over the past 18 years, the British Business Group Vietnam (BBGV) has raised about VND10 billion (US$430,000) for the charitable activities in Vietnam and attracted thousands of people. About 7,000 people are expected to attend the 4th Charity Fun Run held by the BBGV at British Uninversity Vietnam's Ecopark Campus on the outskirts of Hanoi on November 4. Speaking at the press conference on October 18, BBGV Vice President Christopher Jeffery said that BBGV Charity Fun Run is the group's largest annual charity event in Vietnam. BBGV Vice President Christopher Jeffery addresses the press conference. Photo: Anh Kiet The event aims to encourage the spirit of sport and especially raise fund to support charity projects in Vietnam in different aspects such as education, healthcare, disaster prevention, etc. in the hope of improving life quality of the needy people across Vietnam, Jeffery stressed. He noted that BBGV Charity Fun Run in 2017, the … [Read more...] about About 7,000 people to join BBGV-hosted Charity Fun Run in Hanoi
British ambassador to take part in BBGV Charity Fun Run
Participants in the 2018 BBGV Charity Fun Run in Ho Chi Minh City on September 30 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The 2018 BBGV Charity Fun Run will take place at Ecopark urban area in Hanoi on November 4 with the participation of British Ambassador to Vietnam Gareth Ward. Organisers said on October 18 that fringe activities will include a music programme, flash-mobs, a cuisine market, and picnicking at Ecopark. The run, held by the British Business Group Vietnam (BBGV), aims to encourage the sport spirit, strengthen relations between participants, and raise funds for charity projects in Vietnam in many areas, including education, health care, and disaster risk reduction. The BBGV Charity Fun Run has been held annually in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City over the last 18 years, attracting over 100,000 participants and raising more than 10 billion VND (427,200 USD) for charitable activities in Vietnam. Last year’s event attracted more than 6,000 people and received about 600 … [Read more...] about British ambassador to take part in BBGV Charity Fun Run