In
2017, I had the pleasure to witness the grand opening of Impiana Hotel Senai
when it was declared open as the first business hotel in Senai, in an
auspicious and memorable 10-10-10 event, held at 10am on the 10th of
October.
Hotel General Manager, Mahadi Mathana [5th from Right] and team members with representatives from the beneficiaries |
During
my stay experience, I had the privilege to meet with members of their team who
were familiar with My Johor Stories and who showed much interest in my 2017 Bestseller, My Johor Stories: True Tales, Real People, Rich Heritage.
I
remember talking to them about Book Two, my book sequel that would feature some
stories from Johor towns like Kluang, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kulai, Kelapa Sawit,
and Desaru, and even a Senai story.
In
December 2018, My Johor Stories 2: Interesting Places and Inspirational
People was published and its contents featured my story on the Wong’s, the
founding fathers of Senai town.
Over
the years, I was often back at Impiana Hotel Senai for events and food reviews.
While
their team members may have changed, this hotel continues with its commitment
to their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) towards the community.
The
hotel understands that the global pandemic and nationwide lockdown periods in
the past two years had certainly taken a toll on the economy.
As
people have tightened their belts to brace themselves for the challenges ahead,
charity homes are facing an even greater challenge to manage their work with
the needy.
Donations presented to the five charity organisations |
The
five beneficiaries who received donations were:
Persatuan
Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal Johor Baru, in Saleng, Johor, a home for
special needs children with under-developed mental abilities and physical
skills.
Grace
Covenant Community Care, a shelter for orphans, single parents, abandoned and
underprivileged children.
Yu
Shan JB Disabled Welfare Centre, a shelter dedicated to adopting and helping
children with mental or physical challenges.
Pusat
Jagaan Warga Istimewa Kempas, a welfare organisation for mentally-challenged,
handicapped and physically ill residents.
Pusat
Jagaan Anak Yatim Amitabha Centre and Caring Shelter, Putuo Village in Kulai, a
shelter, medication and education provider for low-income families and children
in need.
“Impiana
Hotel Senai aspires to be more socially conscious as a responsible corporate
citizen in all of its activities. With these donations, we aim to lighten the
burden of the organisations as well as bring good cheer and happiness to all
the beneficiaries,” said Impiana Hotel Senai’s General Manager, Mahadi Mathana.
We
encourage the Johor community to join us and actively participate in giving
back to those in need. Together we can make a difference,” he added.
Impiana Hotel Senai is located at
Jalan Impian Senai Utama 2, Taman Impian Senai, 81400 Senai, Johor. For more
info, visit website: impianasenai.com
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