By Huraizah Ahmad
Bandar Seri Begawan - Kind and generous donors play a big part in the day to-day operations of Pusat Ehsan, as a non-government organisation, to assist special individuals. At least $26,000 in expenditure (excluding donated food items) is needed every month to operate the centre, and 90 per cent of the money is used to pay the salaries of rehabilitation facilitators and other personnel who work hard to support the centre. This was said by Pusat,Ehsan Senior-,Trustee Dato - Paduka Mohd Alimin bin Abdul Wahab during a press conference for an upcoming charity event, organised by Arthini Cafe & Catering. The event is the first of such initiative offered by a local eatery, whereby its proceeds on July 1 will be contributed to Pusat Ehsan.
Pusat Ehsan personnel, volunteers and special individuals will also join in the event, which will see a variety of products up for sale including the centre's handicraft products. Pusat Ehsan Executive Trustee Pengiran Datin Hjh Noraini Pengiran Haji Abdul Momin said the event aims to provide the special individuals with much-needed exposure, especially in terms of social skills. The events will also highlight-a-number.-of cash contributions by associate companies and pledges, which have already surpassed $6,000, said an Arthini Cafe & Catering spokesperson. The initiative is held in conjunction with the eatery's first anniversary, and members of the public are welcome to support the event, which runs from 9 am until 9 pm on July 1. "We are lucky to have the support of our contributors, who have been by our side throughout the years," said Dato Paduka Mohd Alimin. "This is the main reason we are still standing strong, and supporting special individuals who are in need of the rehabilitation programme provided by, Pusat Ehsan." -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin
