THE Kuan Tien Keng Temple in Port Klang, Selangor, marked its 50th anniversary by providing charity aid to the underprivileged.
The temple will take it further to benefit Selangor athletes, following the proposal by the Raja Muda of Selangor who was guest of honour at its anniversary dinner at SJK (C) Pandamaran B.
Accompanying Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah as he entered the school hall was temple chairman Tan Sri Dr Jason Goh Teck Chai.
Goh said the Raja Muda of Selangor had expressed hope for the temple’s charity arm to support the development and welfare of Selangor athletes.
“Tengku Amir had proposed for the temple’s charity arm to be involved in the care of Selangor athletes while carrying out charity work.
“I warmly welcome this proposal and will work hard to help it materialise whether in the form scholarships or other suitable assistance,” he said.
Goh also thanked all parties who supported the temple over the years, including the police for maintaining security and harmony in the neighbourhood.
At the event, Tengku Amir presented aid to some 50 orphans and the underprivileged.
Among the recipients were Pertubuhan Kebajikan Anak-Anak Yatim dan Fakir Miskin Baitul Sakinah As Shariff Selangor, Grace Home Klang, Good Samaritan Home Klang, Chik Sin Thong Klang and Pantai Elderly Care Association.
Some 1,500 people at the event were treated to dinner as well as entertainment featuring song and dance performances.
Goh said he hoped to do more for poor children by sponsoring their education.
“It is important that the educational needs of these children are not neglected. Our charity arm is happy to bring some joy into the lives of the poor, so that they do not feel left out.”
Kuan Tien Keng Temple was founded by Goh’s father, the late Goh Kim Bok in 1974.
It serves as a place of worship for Taoist followers and carries out various welfare programmes, particularly those supporting the underprivileged.
