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Mission Possible Foundation Limited

Public and Societal Benefit

Mission Possible was founded in 2013 by Peter Bennett in order to achieve positive change for communities in Hong Kong and South East Asia. Mission Possible is a Hong Kong registered charity that seeks to facilitate philanthropic engagement and collaboration, connecting private and corporate donors with charitable organisations. Founded in 2013, Mission Possible is focused on supporting charitable initiatives in Hong Kong and South Asia, particularly in the areas of poverty alleviation, healthcare, environmental protection, education and shelter. Mission Possible draws on its extensive fundraising and impact assessment experience to identify sustainable and meaningful projects with NGOs, government bodies and academic institutions. It then seeds or facilitates investment and donations from other donors to maximise impact, with the aim of making a positive difference in the wider community.

Mind Mental Health Hong Kong Limited

Health

Mind HK is a mental health charity here to ensure no one has to face a mental health problem alone in Hong Kong. Through our work, we hope to educate around mental health and remove the associated stigma, with the aim of achieving the best mental health for all in Hong Kong. Mission: - Change: To educate around mental health and remove the associated stigma. Act: To collaborate, innovate, create and research to ensure the best mental health for all in Hong Kong. - Guide: To make Hong Kong a global leader and regional model for public mental health.

Little Life Warrior Society Limited

Health

The Little Life Warrior Society (LLWS) is a childhood cancer mutual-support organisation aiming to improve the services for and welfare of children cancer patients, children patients having undergone bone marrow transplant and suffering from severe blood diseases. Our Vision Working Together to Win the Battle against Cancer Living a Better Life and Giving Back to the Community Our Mission 1. Promote and improve the services and benefits of childhood cancer patients, child patients received bone marrow transplant and severe blood diseases. 2. Promote communication and foster relation between medical staff, patients and their parents. 3. Educate the general public about childhood cancer, child patients received bone marrow transplant and severe blood diseases through community programmes. 4. Promote exchanges between the management of childhood cancer, child patients received bone marrow transplant and severe blood diseases in Mainland China and Hong Kong.

We are a regional non-profit organisation that support victims of labour exploitation and human trafficking in seeking compensation against their abusers, even after they return home. In Asia, we work across Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines to grow the capacity for access to justice. We then drive groundbreaking civil litigation that turns the extraordinary of cross-border compensation claims into the ordinary. Our Mission Justice Without Borders creates transnational access to legal assistance for victims of labour exploitation and human trafficking so that they can seek rightful compensation, even after returning home.

International Care Ministries Limited

Human Services

At ICM we combine the best practices of the business and academic worlds with the passion and heart of a faith-based non-profit. Since 1992, ICM has been providing help, hope, and change to impoverished families. We look forward to a day when no child has to live in ultra-poverty. Our Mission Deliver the right support, right training, and right resources to unlock the bondages of poverty Our Vision Ultra-poor families released from physical, emotional, and spiritual bondage

ImpactHK Limited

Human Services

At non-profit ImpactHK we have a vision for an inclusive Hong Kong where everyone has a safe place to call home and cares for their neighbour. We work with people experiencing homelessness to help them settle in a safe home, restore their mental and physical wellbeing, build their self-esteem and social capital and discover their purpose. To do this we: - Provide direct holistic support to people experiencing homelessness and empower them to transform their lives - Build community connections to increase collective understanding of homelessness and empathy towards the people who experience it - Stand up with those who lack the basic human right to safe housing

Ho-Sum Organisation Limited

Human Services

Ho-Sum is a non-profit organisation which aims to promote volunteerism in Hong Kong. We achieve this by operating a robust platform www.Ho-Sum.org for charities and volunteers to exchange information.

Hope of the City Foundation Limited

Human Services

Hope of the City works to transform the lives of the underprivileged by partnering with local nonprofits, social service welfare centres, or church organisations to pool resources for depth of impact. By collaborating with other on-the-ground workers, we are able to ensure that the families we are serving have consistent support networks. Mission: Our Vision is to see a Hong Kong city in which all people experience social and educational flourishing. Our Mission is to mobilise volunteer and financial resources, and collaborate with NGOs to serve the poor in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Women Foundation Limited

Education

Hong Kong Women Foundation is established and registered in 1991 in Hong Kong as a non-profit-making organisation. The Foundation aims to promote social services and women work. In the past two decades, the Foundation dedicated to serve the community, promoted services for women and families, children and youth as well as senior citizens. In co-operation with local universities and the universities in China, the Foundation conducted research studies and organised regional/international seminars to address issues concerning children, youth, women and families in the Chinese society. Through a joint federation with the local women organisations, the Foundation reviewed the Protection of Women and Juveniles Ordinance. In advocacy of women welfare and social harmony, the Foundation made recommendations to the Government for improvement of relevant policies and existing services for women. In 1996 the Foundation established the HO Kwok Pui Chun Social Centre for the Elderly. The Centre organised numerous activities oriented to senior citizens, assisting them in potential development and to participate in the community affairs for self-enrichment and active ageing. In 2014 the Social Welfare Department upgraded the Centre to become a Neighbourhood Elderly Centre. Thereafter the Centre has expanded the service scope, rendering counselling to the elderly and support for caregivers as well as for those elders who stay behind the scene. Apart from raising the service quality of the Centre, these have demonstrated the mission and achievements of the Foundation in serving the society. For the way forward, the Foundation will strive to serve and make contribution to the society, keeping abreast of the social conditions and tempo as appropriate. Aims and Objectives To raise social concerns for women’s needs and promote support for women services; To plan, study and suggest solutions for issues/problems relevant to women; To embark on new venture/work for advocacy of women welfare. To organise seminars, talks, workshops and other activities for better development of women welfare and services; To liaise and communicate with other organisations (sharing similar aimsand objectives) in Hong Kong, other region or the overseas for raising and improvement of women status; To review and make recommendations to the Government for improvement of policy in area of women services; and To publish and post article, publication, booklet for promotion of the aims and objectives of the Foundation.

Hong Kong Digital Game-based Learning Association

Public and Societal Benefit

The Innovation Business Foundation (IBF) is a non-profit organization in provision of charitable works to assist the development of young scientists and entrepreneurs in Hong Kong and China. The purpose and core objective of the IBF is to bring the young scientists and entrepreneurs together and to help them unlock their fullest potential in order to bring their innovative ideas to life. The work of the IBF can be categorized into 3 major areas: 1. hosting conferences and workshops in Hong Kong and China to facilitate the exchange of ideas as well as the collaboration between local and overseas scientists, economists, entrepreneurs and students 2. attending academic conferences worldwide to foster international collaboration and to attract the best talents to Hong Kong and China 3. sponsorship of local young promising scientists and economists by providing the unique opportunity to attend well-known academic conferences overseas, including meeting, learning and collaborating with award-winning scientists and other researchers from all over the world

Hong Kong Communion Club Limited

Public and Societal Benefit

HKCC are a community outreach organization focused on providing the less fortunate with opportunities with skills development, education and social development.

Hong Kong Chinese Women's Club, The

Human Services

To liaise Chinese women in Hong Kong to deliver charitable activities for the well-being of the society. Such activities will aim at enhancing development of the integrity, intelligence, physical health and social wellness of individuals to achieve quality of life so as to enable them to better service others.

Hong Kong Children Charity Foundation Company Limited

Education

The Hong Kong Children’s Charity Foundation is a charity registered in Hong Kong (under Article 88 of the Tax Regulation: 91/13334). The Association is organized by a group of young people to devote the development activities of group 3-12 aged children. The purpose of the activity is to provide them with a more diversified platform to develop themselves through these community activities, enhance their self-confidence, face setbacks bravely, and improve their quality of life. Mission: Assist poor and disadvantaged children, provide their life, school, and medical subsidies, and provide them with equal opportunities to improve their skills so that they will have the relative ability to face the competition in the future. On their behalf, they will have the opportunity to pursue a better future. Provide employment opportunities for middle-aged people and new arrivals, so that they have a basic income to support their lives, help them build a confident and happy life, and improve their quality of life and happiness. Organize some activities and provide financial assistance to low- and middle-income households, encourage grassroots and disadvantaged groups to stand out from their comfort zone, so they can make new friends in the activities, express their opinions. Through the cooperation with the government and local organizations, to strengthen the ability of the association, aiming to provide more diversified community support for infants and children in need, help them thrive, and improve the child welfare pipeline. Target audience: Hong Kong Children Children in need of special care Grassroots Family Physical Fitness Training STEM Education Family activities

Hong Kong Cancer Fund

Health

Hong Kong Cancer Fund is the city’s largest cancer support organisation, providing free professional support to anyone living with or affected by cancer. Established in 1987, our vision was to better the quality of cancer support in Hong Kong and ensure that no one faces cancer alone. We aim to bridge the gaps in cancer care and making life better for people touched by cancer through our FREE professional service, public education campaigns, cancer research and support to public hospitals. Rece

Hong Kong Association for AD/HD Limited

Health

It was established in 2006 by a group of local parents who have ADHD children to promote understanding and support for families with ADHD children and to advocate for the necessary services and further studies on ADHD in Hong Kong. It is a locally registered non-profit making charitable organization since 2013 and a member of the HKCSS since 2017. Mission: 1. To provide support for families with AD/HD children and adolescents and advocate for the necessary policies and services, so as to help them to overcome the disability and relieve their stress. 2. To raise public awareness and concerns towards AD/HD and promote study and research on AD/HD.

Hong Kong Arts Festival Society Limited

Arts and Culture and Humanities

HKAF, launched in 1973, is a major international arts festival committed to enriching the cultural life of the city by presenting leading local and international artists in all genres of the performing arts as well as a diverse range of “PLUS” and educational events in February and March each year. HKAF is a non-profit organisation. The total budget for FY2021/22 (including the 50th Hong Kong Arts Festival and 2022 "No Limits") is approximately HK$124 million. Current Government annual funding accounts for around 21% of the Festival's total income. Around 16% of the Festival's income needs to come from the box office, and around 45% from sponsorship and donations made by corporations, individuals and charitable foundations. The remaining 18% is expected to come from other revenue sources including the Government's matching scheme, which matches income generated through private sector sponsorship and donations. HKAF actively collaborates with Hong Kong’s own creative talent and showcases emerging local artists. Over the years, HKAF has commissioned and produced over 250 local productions across genres including Cantonese opera, theatre, chamber opera, music and contemporary dance, many with successful subsequent runs in Hong Kong and overseas. Recent HKAF productions include Gangsters of Hong Kong, Always by Your Side, Pavilion of a Hundred Flowers, A Floating Family – A Trilogy, Hong Kong Odyssey, Danz Up, Datong – The Chinese Utopia, The Amahs and Murder in San Jose, to name a few. HKAF frequently partners with renowned international artists and institutions to produce exceptional works, such as Der Fensterputzer (The Window Washer) co-produced by HKAF, Goethe-Institut Hong Kong and Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, Richard III and The Tempest produced by The Old Vic, BAM and Neal Street under “The Bridge Project” with HKAF as a co-commissioning institution, Green Snake co-commissioned with Shanghai International Arts Festival, and Dream of the Red Chamber co-produced with San Francisco Opera. HKAF invests heavily in arts education for young people. Over the past 30 years, our “Young Friends” scheme has reached over 800,000 local secondary and tertiary school students. A variety of arts education projects serving primary, secondary, and tertiary school students have been launched in recent years, featuring activities such as student showcases, pre-performance talks, open rehearsals, opportunities to attend Festival performances, as well as in-school workshops and lecture demonstrations led by international and local artists. Donations to the “Student Ticket Scheme” also make available approximately 10,000 half-price student tickets each year. HKAF organises a diverse range of “Festival PLUS” activities in community locations each year to enhance engagement between artists and audiences. These include films, lecture demonstrations, masterclasses, workshops, symposia, backstage visits, exhibitions, meet-the-artist sessions, and guided cultural tours. HKAF actively promotes inclusiveness and understanding via the arts to every corner of the community. The “No Limits” project, co-presented with the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, was launched in 2019. Through a series of performances and diverse arts experiences for students and the community, “No Limits” strives to create an inclusive space for people with different abilities to share the joy of the arts together.

Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps

Education

The Corps is one of the 11 government funded uniformed groups in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), People's Republic of China. Our dual mission is to provide aviation education to young people of Hong Kong; and to empower them to become outstanding leaders and responsible citizens through a progressive syllabus of disciplined training, mainland/overseas exchanges, and community services. HKACC has been nurturing manpower resources for the local aviation industry since 1971. Throughout the years, by offering quality aviation education programmes and activities supported by the local aviation industry, we are a stepping stone for young people who pursue aviation either as a career or as a hobby. We also provide non-formal education and leadership development programmes to our members. Such programmes embody physical fitness exercises and expedition activities to enhance personal and holistic development of young people. Most newly joined adult members undergo a syllabus accredited by the UK Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge for fulfilling their supervisory role at unit level. Through accumulating the requisite service experience and completing certain written assignment projects, the opportunity is there for adult volunteers to gain vocational qualifications offered by the City and Guilds, UK. People in the aviation field are always passionate, dynamic, and are usually more inclined to work as a team and take a broader view. I have full confidence that through the hard work of all colleagues and cadets, the Corps will continue to high quality aviation education and leadership development programmes to advance our next generation to a brighter future. On behalf of the Corps, I invite you to visit this homepage often to learn about our latest activities, developments and events.

Hong Kong Academy of Engineering Sciences

Public and Societal Benefit

The Hong Kong Academy of Engineering Sciences (HKAES) is an organization of Hong Kong’s most eminent engineers of various disciplines who are recognized leaders of the profession with distinguished achievements in engineering sciences or applications. The Academy aims to promote the advancement of the science, art and practice of engineering for the benefit of the public in Hong Kong, in Mainland China and the region. The objectives are to pursue, encourage and maintain excellence in the entire field of engineering with the wealth of knowledge and experience of our Fellows. Vision To help Hong Kong rise to new challenges and opportunities for the benefit of its citizens, Mainland China and the region, and to establish Hong Kong as an international leader on the development and application of science, engineering and technology for the benefit of society in an ever-changing economic, social and political environment. Mission To pursue, encourage and maintain excellence in the entire field of engineering to useful purpose in order to promote the advancement of the science, art and practice of engineering for the benefit of the public.

Hong Kong Aids Foundation Limited, The

Health

Hong Kong AIDS Foundation was established in 1991. Prompted by the general public’s poor understanding of AIDS and common misconceptions about those living with HIV/AIDS, a group of people coming from different sectors of society who cared for the betterment of the community joined together to form Hong Kong AIDS Foundation, a non-governmental social service organization, to curb the spread of HIV/AIDS in Hong Kong. Our Mission To limit the spread of HIV infection in the community and provide support for those affected by HIV/AIDS

Hong Kong Alzheimer's Disease Association

Education

Mission: We are dedicated to promote quality dementia care in Hong Kong by providing specialized and comprehensive intervention and support services for families with dementia and advocate appropriate management of the condition in the community.

Hong Kong Advocacy Training Council Limited

Human Services

The Hong Kong Advocacy Training Council Ltd (HKATC) is a charitable organization registered in Hong Kong. The aims of the organization are to: (a) promote the rule of law; (b) promote high standards of advocacy; (c) promote best-practice in advocacy training; (d) promote the independence and integrity of advocates; and (e) promote good administration of justice; by providing advocacy training or similar activities in Hong Kong, on a non-profit making basis.

Hong Kong Academy of Medicine

Education

Established in 1993, the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (Academy) is an independent institution with statutory power to organise, monitor, assess and accredit all medical and dental specialist training, and the responsibility to oversee the continuing medical education and continuous professional development to maintain the standard of specialists practising in Hong Kong. The powers of the Academy are laid out in the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Ordinance (Cap. 419), Regulations and Bylaws. Since the Medical Registration Ordinance was amended in 1996, the Academy has played a more active and significant role in the accreditation of continuing medical education for the purpose of specialist registration. The upsurge of specialisation in medicine encourages branching of the profession. Between 1992 and 1997, 15 constituent specialty Colleges were recognised by the Academy Council, all of which run their own structured training programmes. The Specialist Register was established in 1998. According to the Medical Registration Ordinance (MRO) and Dentists Registration Ordinance (DRO), a registered medical practitioner or dentist who wishes to have his/her name included in the Specialist Register of Medical Council of Hong Kong (MCHK) or Dental Council of Hong Kong (DCHK) must be either a Fellow of the Academy, or certified by the Academy to have training and qualification comparable [or equivalent in the case of an application under DRO] to that required of an Academy Fellow in the relevant specialty. A specialist can claim himself / herself as a specialist only in the specialty under which he / she is included in the Specialist Register but not other specialists.

Hong Kong & Kowloon Joint Kai Fong Research Council Limited

Human Services

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HomelandGreen Limited

Environment and Animals

HomelandGreen is a group of Hong Kong volunteers learning to live harmoniously with soil that nurtures all lives. We take part in greening projects and pursue agricultural practices that promote soil health.