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Operation Santa Claus

Operation Santa Claus
Jointly organised by the South China Morning Post and RTHK since 1988, Operation Santa Claus is one of the largest charitable donation drives in Hong Kong.
Festively dressed participants hit the streets to take part in the annual Santa Hash charity run. Photo: Handout
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Hong Kong Santa Hash run spreads festive cheer and raises funds for charity

Nearly 140 runners in festive outfits raced 6km across city in support of Operation Santa Claus and fire relief efforts in Tai Po.

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How a Hong Kong charity helps injured workers get back on their feet

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Operation Santa Claus helps Hong Kong’s Shaw Foundation uplift smaller charities

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From workers to leaders: Operation Santa Claus empowers Hong Kong’s migrants

Uplifters and EmpowerU join forces to train domestic workers as community leaders who can support their peers.

Filipino domestic worker Ailenemae Ramos (left) has been helping other migrant domestic workers with her newly gained knowledge and skills. Photo: Handout
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Editorial | Christmas brings hope at time of heartbreak

Sense of love and sharing inspired by seasonal events may help ease Hong Kong’s pain in wake of blaze tragedy and encourage an outpouring of charity for victims.

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Spirit of giving shines at Christmas fair as Hong Kong heals after fire tragedy

White Christmas Street Fair is held by Swire Properties to raise funds for Operation Santa Claus, the annual fundraising initiative organised by the Post and RTHK.

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Hong Kong hotel’s panda keychains bring hope to those in need

Kowloon Shangri-La sells keychains featuring tiny Edward Panda and Ellie Panda soft toys to aid local charities and survivors of Tai Po fire.

Tiny toy panda keychains are helping unlock the festive spirit at the Kowloon Shangri-La. Photo: Handout
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Operation Santa Claus helps Hong Kong children with rare rheumatic diseases

Hong Kong Paediatric Rheumatism Association subsidises medicine and provides support for children with rheumatic diseases and their carers.

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Operation Santa Claus backs expansion of Hong Kong teen counselling project

Mind HK charity to reach more students with mental health support after strong early intervention results with school‑based initiative.

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Hong Kong fancy dress squash event serves up HK$390,000 for Operation Santa Claus

Annual Wing Ding fundraiser brings fun, costumes and community spirit to raise vital funds for 13 local charities.

A total of 182 players, ranging in age from eight to 80 , took part in the 27th Wing Ding Squash Charity Tournament. Photo: Wong Kin Fung

Operation Santa Claus: 260 play for charity at Hong Kong Football Club tournament

OSC x HKFC 5-a-side Football Tournament 2025 turns competitive sport into an occasion for inclusion, community spirit and charitable giving.

The Cup-winning team from Savills. Photo: Bharat Khemlani
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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong Golf Club tees off to raise HK$1.5 million

‘We’re always trying to launch new initiatives to attract more members to donate,’ club captain Andy Kwok says.

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From playgrounds to boardrooms, Hong Kong comes together for Operation Santa Claus

Annual charity drive aiming to raise HK$11 million to support community projects helping the city’s most vulnerable.

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Editorial | Christmas season heralds time to help those in need

Operation Santa Claus depends on the enthusiasm and ever-present generosity of the Hong Kong public.

From left, RTHK radio controller Angel Cheng, Post general counsel Paul Wong, former Miss Hong Kong Lisa-Marie Tse and singer Jamie Cheung launch the latest edition of Operation Santa Claus on November 4. Photo: Wong Kin Fung
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Hong Kong’s Operation Santa Claus eyes HK$11 million for 13 charitable projects

This year’s theme, ‘Building Bridges’, calls for using power of compassion to connect people and inspire collective action for a better community.

(From left) Angel Cheng, Paul Wong, Lisa-Marie Tse and Jamie Cheung lauch the latest edition of Operation Santa Claus. Photo: Wong Kin Fung
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Operation Santa Claus: HK$13.2 million raised in last 2 months of 2024

Funds will benefit over 11,000 needy Hongkongers through 11 charities, with total raised since 1988 inception exceeding HK$396 million.

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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong-based investment firm keeps cash flowing for charity

Segantii Capital Management has donated HK$14 million to Operation Santa Claus over past 14 years, supporting over 140 projects.

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Sino Group marks 20 years of partnership with Operation Santa Claus in Hong Kong

Developer had worked closely with OSC to organise diverse festive activities centred on education, sustainability and support for ethnic minority groups.

Sino Group is committed to promoting social inclusion and enhancing the well-being of ethnic minority groups in Hong Kong, director of philanthropy says. Photo: Handout
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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong children with autism go on picnic in Nina Park

‘Our members and their families thoroughly enjoyed the day out with the volunteers,’ programme manager Kenneth Chan says.

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Hong Kong table tennis lovers go to bat for charity

About 400 players of different ages, skill levels and backgrounds compete in the inaugural Operation Santa Claus HKTTF Charity Table Tennis Tournament.

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Hong Kong’s Shaw Foundation strengthens support for youth development

The foundation is contributing to Operation Santa Claus for the second year in a row.

Raymond Chan is chairman of the Shaw Foundation. Photo: Wong Kin Fung
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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong healthcare workers cook-off for charity

Outdoor celebration hosted by HKSH Medical Group a culmination of a month-long series of fundraising activities.

As fundraising for OSC, Excitement mounted as medical teams squared off to at the Pineapple Bun Eating Contest. 
 Photo: Lam Lui Kong
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Hong Kong Disneyland postcard service adds some magic to charity drive

Resort will donate all proceeds from sales of its ‘Holiday Wishes Charity Postcards’ to Operation Santa Claus.

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Operation Santa Claus: furry monster charity drive at Hong Kong shopping centre

Grand Weaver, Sprinkle, Master Wrap and others are helping to raise funds at ChristmasVille, monster village set up at Pacific Place in Admiralty.

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Operation Santa Claus: runners don festive outfits for Hong Kong charity race

Participants of ‘Santa Hash’ event make their way around city’s key landmarks, including Star Ferry Pier and St John’s Cathedral.

This year’s Santa Hash was more lively and energetic than last year’s event, according to organiser Mark Hope. Photo: Jay Ganglani
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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong conglomerate upholds steadfast charity support

John Swire and Sons (Hong Kong), Swire Pacific’s holding company, donates HK$200,000 to annual fundraising drive this year.

James Tong, director of group public affairs at John Swire and Sons (Hong Kong), says giving is in the company’s DNA. Photo: Handout
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Operation Santa Claus: Morgan Stanley smashes fundraising record for 4th year

The long-time OSC supporter collects HK$5.8 million for this year’s campaign, beating its previous record of HK$5.5 million in 2023.

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Underprivileged students get into festive spirit with cupcake decorations

The 20 students are from Kids4Kids, one of Operation Santa Claus’ beneficiaries this year.

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