Donor Sharing
Melodious blessings for future generations
Madam Suen Jane Ling, who passed away two years ago, was sheltered and nurtured by PLK in the 1940s. At the age of four, she lost both parents during the war. Madam Suen shared with her daughter Ayesha about her happy memories at PLK and how much she had wanted to learn to play the piano as music helped her forget the pain of the war momentarily, giving her comfort at a tumultuous time.
In June 2022, Madam Suen’s family donated part of her estate to PLK to give underprivileged children the opportunity to learn music and have a more balanced development. With this bequest, PLK has launched the “Children Musical Talent Development Programme” to help PLK children explore the wonder of music.
Madam Suen has left this world, but her life story will continue to inspire, and the value of “showing gratitude through giving back to the community” will be passed on to future generations. Her love and benevolence will be lasting and touch many lives.
A “second home” filled with warmth
Centenarian Madam Fung Shui Lan stayed at the PLK Wong Chuk Hang Service for the Elderly from 2010 till she passed on, aged 103, in 2019. She was a teacher loved by her pupils. On her birthdays, so many of her previous students wanted to celebrate with her, the centre had to set aside a full weekend for her birthday parties.
The centre’s carers recall that Madam Fung wanted to do as much as she could by herself, such as bathing and making up her bed. She often said, “The carers are here to help look after me, not to ‘serve’ me.”
To show her appreciation for a decade of care, Madam Fung made two donations to the redevelopment of the facility. She also bequeathed part of her estate to PLK. Her benevolence will benefit so many people in need.
Community Canteen – Warming hearts and stomachs
Madam Cheung was a regular visitor of the PLK Community Canteen in Sai Ying Pun, a popular gathering place for senior citizens to share good times and warmth over a hot meal. She was a source of joy for staff and buddies at the canteen and well-loved by everyone.
After Madam Cheung departed from this world, her family donated part of her life insurance proceeds to the Community Canteen service unit to remember the joyful time she spent with the canteen’s community, and the love and support she received in times of need. The donation was used to upgrade the canteen facility to make sure more elderly folks enjoy such heart-warming gatherings at the canteen. The donation was also a kind gesture of appreciation to PLK for the continuous professional care that beloved Madam Cheung enjoyed.
Sponsoring children beyond this lifetime
She is a staunch supporter of the PLK Child Sponsorship Programme. Through interacting with PLK children and staff over the years, she is impressed with PLK’s commitment to sheltering children in need with trusted loving care.
When she drew up her will, she named PLK as a beneficiary of her life insurance policy upon the referral of the 'ForeverGift.hk' platform. She also informed PLK of her bequest intention and her wish to maintain a long-term partnership with PLK to give support and care to more children and people in need.
Love transcends boundaries and goes beyond one lifetime, thanks to our benefactors’ trust in PLK’s mission.
A hand-written letter leaving ever-lasting kindness
“I’m a single retired civil servant. I grew up alone with my parents far away. The work of Po Leung Kuk in caring for helpless children resonates with me…..”
After Mr Lo passed away, his hand-written letter was found in a drawer of his home, expressing his wish of bequeathing his entire estate, including savings and property, to PLK.
He translated his recollection of childhood hardship into kind blessings for others, and his benevolent spirit will live on.