SINGAPORE: This year's President's Star Charity aims to raise more
than S$6.5 million. The show, which was shown live on Channel 5 -
was also the first under the auspices of President Tony Tan Keng
Yam, who took office last year.
One of the biggest acts this year is Grammy Award winning artist
Richard Marx, who serenaded the audience with his hits "Right Here
Waiting" and "Hazard".
Others included Hossan Leong, Gurmit Singh, Daren Tan and Sheikh
Haikel, reprising their medley. The four had also performed in last
year's show.
The theme for this year's President's Star Charity, now into its
19th edition, is "unsung heroes". Stories of brave, selfless
Singaporeans who overcame adversity and obstacles to find simple
joys, is a highlight of the show.
55 beneficiaries, almost double the number last year, are
recognised this year.
A repeat telecast of Sunday's show will be on October 21 on Channel
5, from 4pm to 6.30pm.
The public can donate in amounts of S$5 (1900-122-8821), S$20
(1900-112-8822), and S$100 (1900-112-8823). Contributions can also
be made online atwww.sggives.org/psc2012.
As of October 14, the donation tally stands at S$6,227,958. The
figure includes corporate donors, telepolls and online
donations.
Donation telepoll will close on October 21 at midnight.
-CNA/ac