A welfare home for underprivileged girls in Rawang is seeking public support to raise funds to secure its residence permanently and ensure that it can continue to support and care for its residents.
Speaking to WORLD OF BUZZ, a representative for Persatuan Kebajikan Sri Saradha Devi Illam Malaysia explained that the welfare home, which occupies 2 houses in Taman Sri Hijau, Rawang, currently shelters 54 underprivileged girls who would otherwise be at risk of displacement.
They rent both houses at RM1,200 and RM1,000, respectively. However, one of the house owners decided to sell as they plan to migrate overseas.
In order to continue housing the girls, they require RM400,000 to purchase the property. The home initially needed RM800,000 to purchase the property from its owner, but has managed to raise RM400,000 thanks to public support.
The remaining RM400,000 needed will go into completing the purchase of the property, thereby preventing eviction or the forced relocation of the home and the girls under their care.
It will also ensure long-term housing stability, safety and continued care of the girls as the home provides education support, daily meals, counselling, and a stable and safe living environment for the residents.
They don’t have much time
Unfortunately, the situation is time-sensitive as they have a deadline of 31 January to secure the property from its owner.
“Failure to meet this deadline may result in the home being lost, which would directly impact the residents’ shelter and well-being.”
“Over the past 27 years, Sri Saradha Devi Illam has supported and raised more than 500 girls, helping them complete their education and move into independent lives. Securing this home ensures the continuity of this work, not only for the current 54 girls but for many more in the future,” the representative explained.
Donation details
For those who wish to donate, you can do so here:
Account name – Persatuan Kebajikan Sri Saradha Devi Illam Malaysia
Account number (RHB Bank) – 21213400071019
Even a little from everyone can go a long way towards helping the home in securing its residence permanently.
Transparency is key
Taking to their Facebook page, the Persatuan Kebajikan Sri Saradha Devi Illam Malaysia also addressed concerns over their public fundraising initiative.
They wrote, “We would like to respectfully clarify that this fundraising effort is genuine, transparent and solely intended for the welfare and well-being of all our children and residents under our care. We understand the importance of public trust and welcome all verifications.”
“Individuals who wish to confirm the authenticity of this request are most welcome to contact us directly and obtain our official request documents or arrange a visit to our home to better understand our operations and needs.”
For verifications or further clarification, you can contact Dr Kumaran (President of Persatuan Kebajikan Sri Saradha Devi Illam Malaysia) at 016-9067380, or Ms Meena at 014-6435964.
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