Groupon Malaysia raises more than RM110, 000.00 in 12 days for World Vision Malaysia

Proceeds will go to families and children throughout Asia in conjunction with the upcoming 30 Hour Famine 2012

KUALA LUMPUR, 31 July 2012 – Groupon Malaysia today presented a cheque worth RM 110,040.00 to World Vision Malaysia following the contributions of thousands of Malaysians through the recently concluded ‘Donate RM10 for Nutritious Food for a Child and Family in Asia’ Groupon, an online deal in support of World Vision’s 30-Hour Famine 2012 project.

“We are overwhelmed with the amazing response from Groupon subscribers who, through campaigns like this, have demonstrated a genuine concern for those in need, wherever they may be in the world. To that end, the Groupon Promise will continue to go beyond simply offering the best deals possible, but to also provide Malaysians with the opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause and share the joy of bringing amazing life experiences to others,” said Joel Neoh, the Vice President and General Manager of Groupon South East Asia and India.Mr. Joel Neoh presenting a cheque worth RM110, 040.00 from a fund raising deal to Mr. Liew Tong Ngan.

Through this partnership with World Vision Malaysia, Groupon Malaysia has taken social e-commerce to a new level by not only providing its customers with the best life experiences possible, but also by creating a platform through which they can contribute to a worthy cause and change the lives of children and families in Asia with the click of a button. Aimed at raising awareness and support around the issue of malnutrition throughout Asia, the full proceeds from the Groupon- World Vision collaboration will be used to sustain health, nutrition and development projects in China, India, Mongolia, Myanmar, Vietnam and Malaysia as well as to communities which are impacted by natural disasters.

“With so many children throughout Asia still suffering from malnutrition the need for support is as important today as it has ever been. We are proud to have had the opportunity to work with Groupon which has allowed us to generate further awareness as well as meaningful contributions to support the needs of children throughout Asia,” said Liew Tong Ngan, Chief Executive Officer of World Vision Malaysia.The Groupon staffs showing their support for the World Vision.

He further added since the introduction of 30-Hour Famine in Malaysia in 1997, support amongst Malaysians to those in need have been tremendous with World Vision Malaysia successfully raising millions of ringgit to fund development projects throughout the world.

“Following the significant response which we’ve seen through Groupon customers alone, we are confident that 30-Hour Famine 2012 will see tremendous support from Malaysians who have, year after year, demonstrated tremendous generosity towards communities in need,” said Liew.

Since its launch in January 2011, Groupon Malaysia has attracted over 1.5 million subscribers and rapidly grown to become the national market leader. The company has successfully become a shaper of social e-commerce and empowers individuals to become a significant force collectively which apart from shaping it into one of the fastest growing businesses in Malaysia, it has also allowed the company to generate significant support for charitable initiatives with partners such as UNICEF and the United Nation’s World Food Programme.

“From the onset, the idea behind Groupon has been first and foremost to provide individuals with the opportunity to enjoy amazing life experiences, be it through the enjoyment of a product, service or the ability to enrich the life of another individual,” said Neoh.

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GROUPON MALAYSIA AND WORLD VISION MALAYSIA JOIN FORCES TO FIGHT AGAINST HUNGER

The nation’s leading online group buying destination offers a special ‘Donate RM10 for Nutritious Food for a Child and Family in Asia’ deal in support of 30-Hour Famine

KUALA LUMPUR, 18 JULY 2012 – Groupon Malaysia today announced its support for 30-Hour Famine 2012 by World Vision Malaysia, an annual initiative to raise awareness and support for millions of undernourished children and their families.“The Groupon Promise goes beyond just offering the best value deals. We believe in providing our subscribers with the best possible experience. To that end, we at Groupon Malaysia make strong efforts and constantly strive to harness the group buying trend in order to give our consumers an opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause and share the joy of bringing amazing life experiences to those in need too,” said Joel Neoh, Vice President and General Manager of Groupon Southeast Asia and India.

Commencing from 16 to 27 July 2012, the fund-raising campaign provides Malaysians with a platform and opportunity to come together and make a difference by contributing funds through a special ‘Donate RM10 for Nutritious Food for a Child and Family in Asia’ deal which can be accessible at http://worldvision.groupon.my

Full proceeds from the initiative will be donated to the World Vision 30-Hour Famine Fund to help provide for health, nutrition and development projects in countries including Malaysia, China, India, Mongolia, Myanmar, Vietnam as well as other communities impacted by natural disasters.

“Approximately 5 million children under the age of 5 are dying annually due to malnutrition, a plight which desperately needs the attention and support of the international community as well as concerned citizens from around the world,” said Liew Tong Ngan, Chief Executive Officer of World Vision Malaysia.

He further added since the introduction of 30-Hour Famine in Malaysia in 1997, World Vision Malaysia has successfully raised millions of ringgit from concerned Malaysians. He hopes that the collaboration with Groupon Malaysia will lead to even more support for the plight of malnourished children around the world.

“Through this venture with World Vision Malaysia, we hope to further demonstrate the potential power of Groupon. We aim to empower more communities and societies through the group buying phenomenon to serve, contribute and make a difference in the lives of those in need,” said Joel.

Themed ‘Hunger No More’, 30-Hour Famine 2012 will take place from 4 - 5 August 2012 throughout Malaysia culminating in a Famine Mega Countdown on 5 August at Stadium Malawati in Shah Alam, Selangor. At the Countdown, participants will gather to break their 30-Hour fast in an act of solidarity. Taiwanese singer, song writer and director Wang Lee Hom will also be making an official appearance in his capacity as World Vision Malaysia’s 15th Anniversary Ambassador.

To contribute to the 30-Hour Famine Fund through Groupon Malaysia’s ‘Donate RM10 for Nutritious Food for A Child and Family in Asia’ initiative, kindly visit http://worldvision.groupon.my