DPM Teo urges S'poreans to continue to give generously
to those in need
SINGAPORE: Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean has called
on Singaporeans to continue to give generously to the
needy.
Speaking at a charity show organised by MediaCorp's Suria
and Tabung Amal Aidilfitri Trust Fundon Friday night, Mr Teo said
it's important that no one is left behind as the economy
improves.
The two-hour concert held at MediaCorp raised nearly
S$500,000.
Local artistes such as Asian Idol Hady Mirza and Indonesian
songbird Rossa sang their hearts out for a good cause.
So far, S$1.2 million has been raised through the trust fund and
the money will be distributed to the needy during the month of
Ramadan.
Mr Teo said: “There are many charitable organisations which do good
work. I would encourage Singaporeans to continue to open their
hearts, open their wallets and give generously because its only
through the support of the community that these organisations are
able to do the work that they do.”
- CNA/vm
