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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.
Tourists admire the giant Christmas tree at the “Christmas Town” in Hong Kong’s Statue Square. Photo: Eugene Lee
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My Take | The Christmas spirit of generosity, peace and goodwill could not be needed more

From the Tai Po fire tragedy to the Bondi Beach terror attack, the festive season brings a welcome ray of light and a sense of hope for the future.

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Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong Disneyland spreads magic in charity drive

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Hong Kong Santa Hash run spreads festive cheer and raises funds for charity

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

Hong Kong Workers’ Health Centre will be able to help 120 people and their carers next year with funding from Operation Santa Claus.

A group of injured workers show off their creations in a sand art therapy workshop held at Hong Kong Workers’ Health Centre. Photo: Hong Kong Workers’ Health Centre
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Operation Santa Claus helps Hong Kong’s Shaw Foundation uplift smaller charities

Major philanthropic organisation urges Hongkongers to support smaller, lesser-known 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.

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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.

(From left) Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law, Swire Properties chief executive Tim Blackburn and Post editor-in-chief Tammy Tam at the tree lighting ceremony. Photo: Dickson Lee
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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.

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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.

(From left) Apple Kwok, Rain Shiu, Florence Chow and Raymond Chung make heart signs to show the love patients get from the charity. Photo: Cindy Sui
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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.

The initiative, run by Mind HK, provides students aged between 12 and 18 with mental health awareness training and, for some, one‑on‑one counselling at their schools. Photo: SCMP
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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.

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.

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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.

The OSC is an annual fundraising initiative held by the Post and public broadcaster RTHK since 1988. Photo: Handout
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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.

This year’s OSC fundraising drive again focuses on supporting impactful charities, particularly those operating without government subsidies or large budgets, such as groups that serve children living with rheumatic diseases. Photo: SCMP
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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.

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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.

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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.

Kevin Huang (front row, second from left), the Post’s chief operating officer, and RTHK acting assistant director for radio Angel Cheng (front, second from right) with donors, beneficiaries and schools. Photo: SCMP
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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.

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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.

Youngsters with learning disabilities go on a picnic in Hong Kong’s Nina Park. Photo: Lam Lui-kong
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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.

The tournament was jointly organised by Operation Santa Claus and HKTTF.com. Photo: HKTTF.com
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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.

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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.

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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.

Director of merchandise Mary Lam (third from left) with members of her team at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. Photo: Wong Kin Fung
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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.

Members of the Methodist Epworth Village Community Centre learn how to make monster-themed tote bags, charms and wreaths at ChristmasVille in Pacific Place. Photo: Lam Lui-kong
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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.

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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.

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