‘Operation Santa Claus holds a special meaning for us’: Hong Kong’s Lan Kwai Fong Group spreads festive joy through contributions to annual charity drive

This year, the entertainment, travel and hospitality services group donated special items to OSC’s online charity auction, which concluded on December 13, with all proceeds of HK$12,750 (US$1,786) going directly to support the annual drive.

The prizes included a tasting dinner for two at Kyoto Joe, a seven-course tasting dinner for two at Aria, a weekend brunch for four at Porterhouse and a stay for four at Andara Resort & Villas in Phuket, Thailand.

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Zeman said OSC had excelled in supporting a wide range of NGOs, benefiting underprivileged families and children, including those who lived in subdivided flats, the elderly living alone and the homeless.

“Through its efforts, OSC has made a significant impact in addressing these pressing social challenges, ultimately improving the lives of those in need,” he said.

The group also held a pet-friendly charity event called “pawfect match party: a festive blend of fun and charity” on December 17, with the aim of bringing together dog lovers and enthusiasts for a fun-filled gathering, while also raising funds for the Dog Rescue Action International Charity.

As well as supporting OSC, the group has also lent a helping hand to other local charities and NGOs, such as the Community Chest of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation.

The Lan Kwai Fong Group has established the non-profit Lan Kwai Fong Association, with the aim of fostering a supportive community for local businesses.

Zeman, a long-time resident of Hong Kong, was recently given the Lifetime Achievement Award at the DHL-SCMP Hong Kong Business Awards for his contributions to the city, including transforming Lan Kwai Fong into one of Asia’s most renowned nightlife districts.

OSC has raised HK$369 million to support the Hong Kong community through 338 charitable projects since 1988.