Kuala lumpur: A total of 100 families from the B40 and low-income groups at the Seri Cempaka People's Housing Project (PPR), Pantai Dalam, received food basket donations through a collaborative programme between Yayasan Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, NAZA Group of Companies, and the Federal Territory Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP).
According to BERNAMA News Agency, NAZA Agro and Biodiversity Division general manager of NAZA Group of Companies, Mohd Rafiq Shariff, stated that the programme is a part of the foundation's corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at easing the burden of the needy by providing basic daily necessities. The recipients were identified in collaboration with MAIWP and the Seri Cempaka Residents' Association to ensure the assistance reaches those in need.
"This food basket programme is an ongoing initiative. We are working with strategic partners and for today's programme, a total of 100 food baskets were provided for 100 families," Mohd Rafiq shared with Bernama during the event. He emphasized that the foundation's efforts extend beyond Kuala Lumpur, reaching nationwide through partnerships with various organizations and agencies. In addition to food assistance, the foundation emphasizes education, community development, and healthcare in its community initiatives.
The event was attended by notable figures such as MAIWP Zakat Distribution Division senior manager Ahmad Saifuddin Tahir, NAZA Group of Companies Corporate Affairs chief officer Rita Irina Abd Wahab, PPZ-MAIWP Corporate Affairs and Digital Marketing general manager Nor Mukshar Harun, and chairman of the PPR Seri Cempaka Residents' Association Zolkaple Baba.
Faridah Mahfuz, a 60-year-old recipient living in the area since 2010, expressed gratitude, stating that the donation helps residents obtain kitchen items, thus alleviating daily expenses. She thanked the donors on behalf of the residents, acknowledging the relief the programme brings.
Another recipient, Zuraliati Zulkifli, a 53-year-old single mother, highlighted the significance of the assistance, especially since she has been unable to work for almost four years due to an injury. Zuraliati added that beyond food and financial assistance, there is a critical need for support related to healthcare, including wheelchairs and special beds for those who are ill. She expressed hope that such assistance programmes could be expanded and improved, urging relevant parties and NGOs to personally assess the conditions and needs of the recipients.