Operation Santa Claus
Operation Santa Claus (OSC) is an annual charity campaign in Hong Kong, jointly run by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) and Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK). Its aim is to make a difference to the community and beyond by combining the fundraising power of two of the most respected news organisations in the city. Since 1988, OSC has brought joy, goodwill and over HK$333 million to 320 charities.
Every Christmas, OSC provides funding to local charities in Hong Kong and helps children, youth, elderly people, and those who have physical and mental illnesses.
Campaign Organisers
Independent Advisory Body
- Hong Kong Council of Social Service
Beneficiary Selection Committee (Comprising representatives of):
- SCMP
- RTHK Radio 3
- OSC Secretariat
- OSC Major Donors
- Hong Kong Council of Social Service
Key Achievements
Operation Santa Claus (OSC), the annual Christmas charity drive co-organised by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) and public broadcaster RTHK, racked up [1] HK$19.5 million (US$2.5 million) for various good causes in 2021, continuing the upward trend of the total value of donations for the 5th year in a row. The 34th instalment of the fundraiser last year aided 18 charities serving more than 13,000 needy people in Hong Kong and people with disabilities and illnesses. Source: SCMP, 25 Feb 2022
Official Links
Website: https://oschk.org/
References
[1] Operation Santa Claus raises HK$19.5 million for worthy Hong Kong causes, SCMP, 25 Feb 2022
Category:Charities Category:Hong Kong
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