The IJN Foundation Charity Golf Challenge (IJNF CGC) has entered its ninth (9th) edition this year, held at the Kota Permai Golf & Country Club on 24th August 2024. This biennial charity golf competition once again demonstrated remarkable success, raising an impressive RM1,444,000.00 through entry fees and sponsorship packages contributed by corporate companies.
Image above: His Royal Highness Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, Sultan of Perak Darul Ridzuan, at the centre the of the photo session with distinguished guests, sponsors and participants.
The funds raised will enable the IJN Foundation to continue its mission of providing financial assistance to underprivileged heart patients, helping to pay the cost of heart treatment and surgery, either partially or in full, at the National Heart Institute (Institut Jantung Negara/IJN). "Golfing for A Good Cause" resonates deeply with participants and partners, aligning with shared values of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in aiding heart patients to improve their quality of life alongside their loved ones.
The Royal Patron of IJNF CGC 2024, Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Sultan Perak Darul Ridzuan, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Azlan Muhibuddin Shah Al-Maghfur-Lah, graced the event with his Royal presence during the mock cheque presentation to the IJN Foundation and the prize-giving ceremony for the team winners.
Dato’ Zainal Abidin Putih, Organising Chairman of IJN Foundation Charity Golf Challenge 2024 and Member of the Board of Trustees, IJN Foundation, expressed his heartfelt gratitude during the event, stating:
"Most of them would not be able to afford to pay for their treatments, as the costs escalate every year, and would probably pass away if not treated in time. The impact on their families would be devastating, both emotionally and financially, especially if the non-treated person is also the sole breadwinner. Your participation today in this fundraising charity golf gives these underprivileged people a chance to be healthy again, and play their vital role to their families in particular, and society in general. The Institut Jantung Negara – IJN, is a world-class heart hospital – one of the very best in Asia and probably among the top 100 in the world. This is where they shall be treated."
Given the increasing need and growing number of patients, the Foundation welcomes contributions of any amount from both corporates and individuals.
"I am very pleased to inform you that so many organizations and individuals have ‘opened their hearts,’ so to speak, to support our cause, to help fund poor and needy patients to have treatment for their diseased hearts." Dato’ Zainal Abidin Putih continued.
TRIVIA: Heart disease has been the leading cause of death among adults in Malaysia for the past two decades. Congenital heart disease is the most common congenital malformation observed in children, with a reported prevalence of 1 case in every 100 live births. It is estimated that 5,000 babies are born each year with congenital heart problems in Malaysia.
The event is supported by cash and in-kind contributions from the following organisations:
Platinum Sponsors (RM70,000 each): Yayasan Sultan Azlan Shah, Maybank Islamic Bhd (RM440,000), Ancom Nylex Bhd, Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn. Bhd., Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., Ronald McDonald House Charities Malaysia (RMHC), and Westports Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Gold Sponsors (RM40,000 each): Dwitasik Sdn. Bhd, Genting Malaysia Bhd, Kuala Lumpur Kepong Bhd, Public Bank Bhd, Sime Darby Holdings Bhd, ZTE (Malaysia) Corporation Sdn. Bhd.
Silver Sponsors (RM20,000 each): Affin Bank Bhd, Federal Oats Mills Sdn. Bhd, Land & General Bhd, M.S. Ally Pharma Sdn Bhd, Telekom Malaysia, and Tenaga Nasional Bhd.
Bronze Sponsors (RM15,000 each): AmanahRaya Investment Management Sdn Bhd, Jasmine Food Corporation Sdn Bhd, Petron Malaysia Refining & Marketing Bhd, Touch ‘n Go Sdn Bhd, Touch ‘n Go Digital Sdn Bhd, and UDA Holdings Bhd.
In-Kind Sponsors: BeGolfPro Sdn Bhd, Dorsett Hospitality International, Spritzer Berhad, and V Eternal Wellness Sdn Bhd.
Hole-in-One Sponsors: Meanwhile Corum Watches (M) Sdn Bhd and Hap Seng Plantations Holdings Bhd.
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