Since its establishment, the Hong Kong Baptist University Foundation has been able to receive generous donations from enthusiastic individuals and organisations to set up various development funds and realise a number of new initiatives that are innovative and have profound impact on the community. Major initiatives include:
Madam Kwok Chung Bo Fun Sports and Recreation Centre
The University received a generous donation from the Kwok Chung Bo Fun Charitable Fund to establish the “Mr. Kwok Yat Wai and Madam Kwok Chung Bo Fun Graduate School Development Fund” and “The Faith‧Hope‧Love Endowment Fund” in support of the teaching and research activities of HKBU's Graduate School and student character development programmes. In recognition of the Fund’s generosity, the University named the 3-storey sports and cultural building the “Madam Kwok Chung Bo Fun Sports and Cultural Centre”.
Dr. Kennedy Y.H. Wong Endowed Professorship in Chinese Medicine
In 2010, the University received a generous donation of HK$10 million from Dr. Kennedy Wong, BBS, JP, for the establishment of the “Dr. Kennedy Y.H. Wong Endowed Professorship in Chinese Medicine”. The Professorship supports the recruitment of a renowned scholar in Chinese Medicine in order to promote the academic leadership of the School of Chinese Medicine in serving the community and benefiting humankind.
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Mr. and Mrs. Lau Chor Tak Lodge for Distinguished Scholars
In 2011, the University received a generous donation of a residential unit valued at over HK$20 million from Mr. and Mrs. Lau Chor Tak for receiving world-class scholars and distinguished visiting laureates. In recognition of the donors' support, the apartment was named the "Mr. and Mrs. Lau Chor Tak Lodge for Distinguished Scholars".
Mr. Simon Suen and Mrs. Mary Suen Sino-Humanitas Institute
In 2011, the University received a generous donation of HK$30 million from Dr. Simon Suen, BBS, JP, and Mrs. Mary Suen to establish the "Development Fund for the Mr. Simon Suen and Mrs. Mary Suen Sino-Humanitas Institute" in support of the Institute's operation, research and exchange activities. The Institute is committed to setting up a platform for academic collaboration in the areas of Chinese classical learning and Sinology by inviting world-renowned scholars to deliver public lectures and attend international academic conferences. Scholarly books and journals will also be published to promote the research development of Sinology.
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Institute of Creativity
In 2011, the University received a generous donation of HK$100 million from Hung Hin Shiu Charitable Foundation Limited to establish the “Institute of Creativity – Dr. Hung Hin Shiu Development Fund” in support of the development, research projects and academic exchange activities of the Institute. Led by Nobel Prize winners and renowned scholars in different academic disciplines, students and faculty members of the University can interact and exchange ideas with world-class scholars, thereby promoting the research culture on campus.
Cheung On Tak International Award for Outstanding Contribution to Chinese Medicine
In 2011, the University received a generous donation of HK$6 million from the Cheung On Tak Charity Foundation in support of the establishment of the "Cheung On Tak International Award for Outstanding Contribution to Chinese Medicine" for promoting the internationalisation and modernisation of Chinese medicine. In 2013, the University also received a precious collection of paintings, antiques and craftworks from Mr. Cheung On Tak for charity auction. More than HK$10 million generated from the auction was further donated to the University in support of the Award.
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