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Maggie’s Centre Partners with Sun Life Hong Kong for Annual Carol Concert
Shaping Joyful Futures Together
21 November 2024 – Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre (Maggie’s Centre) is thrilled to announce that Sun Life Hong Kong (Sun Life) will take the spotlight as the title sponsor for this year’s highly anticipated Maggie’s Carol Concert, scheduled to take place on December 5, 2024, at the historic St. John’s Cathedral on Garden Road.
This annual event, generously supported by Sun Life, not only marks a vibrant festive celebration but also plays a pivotal role in raising essential funds to support the vital services offered by Maggie’s Centre to individuals and families affected by cancer for free. With Sun Life’s commitment to community well-being, we invite everyone to join us for an unforgettable evening filled with inspiring performances and holiday cheer, showcasing our shared dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of those in need.
Maggie’s Centre is dedicated to delivering personalised, compassionate support services to individuals and families affected by cancer, helping to improve their quality of life during challenging times. The funds raised from this concert, with a total target of HK$ 2 million, will directly benefit these services, ensuring that every individual receives the care they need.
As title sponsor, Sun Life is committed to well-being as an integral part of its philanthropy, echoing its purpose of helping Clients and communities live healthier lives. By partnering with Maggie’s Centre, they aim to help promote holistic health and provide support to vulnerable individuals beyond insurance services.
“We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of Sun Life in sponsoring our Carol Concert,” said Ms. Catherine Suen, General Manager at Maggie’s Centre. “This collaboration not only enhances our ability to host an unforgettable evening but also allows us to raise critical funds to provide vital support for cancer patients and their families.”
Ms. Amy Lo, Chief Client Officer, Sun Life Hong Kong, expressed her enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to once again sponsor Maggie's Centre, building upon the success of last year's event and furthering our commitment to spreading goodwill and blessings. This annual signature Christmas carol concert serves a dual purpose: it not only celebrates the joy and peace of the holiday season but also strengthens our partnership with Maggie's Centre in supporting cancer patients through their recovery journey. Together, we are working towards building a healthier and more resilient community.”
The evening will kick off at 6pm with a delightful garden party at St. John’s Cathedral, allowing guests to enjoy an evening of festive cheer. The carol concert will begin at 7pm showcasing a variety of performances, including traditional carols by professional organist, instrumentalists and singers, bible reading, the Maggie’s Centre Choirs, as well as touching sharing by the Maggie’s users. This heart-warming event, which draws a select audience of 380 individuals from affluent backgrounds, promises to bring the community together in the spirit of the holiday season.
Following the concert, attendees are invited to continue the celebration at an after-party with a charity auction at Cardinal Point at the Landmark, commencing at 8pm. This festive gathering will offer guests an opportunity to reflect on the evening's performances and the meaningful contributions made to support the work of Maggie’s Centre.
Join us on December 5 at St. John’s Cathedral for an enchanting evening filled with music, joy, and the spirit of giving. For tickets and more information about the Maggie’s Centre Carol Concert, please visit https://bit.ly/3MSA3jM or contact Jen Chan on [email protected] or WhatsApp 94973221.
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About Maggie’s Centre
Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre is a local charity adjacent to Oncology Department of Tuen Mun Hospital. We are here to help people take back control when cancer turns life upside down. We provide professional and holistic cancer care services including practical information, emotional and psychosocial support to anyone with cancer, their families and friends, whatever kind of cancer and whatever stage they are at. All Maggie’s services are free and no appointment or referral is needed. Our Centre is a healing place for visitors to drop-in anytime they like; it is a place where cancer patients can meet with our multidisciplinary team including oncology nurses, registered social workers, dietitians and clinical psychologists to get practical advice and also talk to people who have gone through the same cancer journey. With encouragement to become actively involved in treatment, and with the correct information and support, Maggie’s Centre is here to empower cancer patients to live with, live through and live beyond cancer. www.maggiescentre.org.hk
About Sun Life
Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of September 30, 2024, Sun Life had total assets under management of $1.51 trillion. For more information, please visit www.sunlife.com.
Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF. Sun Life Financial Inc. is the holding company of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada. Sun Life Hong Kong Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada.
Media Contact
Jen Chan, Head of Fundraising and Communications, Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre, 94973221, [email protected]