2024-2025 PRESIDENT DERRY TAN


Mdm Lee Overcomes Adversity: No Longer Needs a Wheelchair.

Mdm Lee, a widow, is on the verge of no longer needing her wheelchair. She previously experienced significant knee stiffness and endured considerable pain whenever she attempted to move her legs. Her late husband was a fisherman, and her son has been instrumental in assisting her with daily tasks. They reside in a government-owned semi-permanent cluster house in Balik Pulau. The Lions from George Town Mutiara became aware of her situation and provided support that has transformed her life. She had both her knees replaced. The operation was done at Pantai Hospital Penang by Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Boon.  
Mdm Lee was happy when President Derry Tan assured her to take things slowly and that she would experience a swift recovery. 

13/12/2024 Leo Club Omega GT Mutiara Meeting.

Leo Advisor PP Lilly Teoh attended the Leo Meeting, and PCC Allan stopped by as an observer. The aims and plans for an exciting year 2024-2025 were discussed at a productive meeting.

(LH to RH) Leo Jian Guo, Leo Kh May, Leo Celina, and Leo Ee Lyn. 

Another TKR project - Making Mdm Wong's dream come true.

LC George Town Mutiara has gained recognition for helping numerous individuals facing medical challenges. Recently, the club received a request for medical aid from Mdm Wong, who was unable to walk. Upon investigation, we found that she was experiencing financial hardships. Mdm Wong is single and unemployed.   
The Pantai Hospital Penang had verified that she had knee issue and required both knee replacements. Should she regain her ability to walk, she aspires to become a hawker to cover her daily living expenses. LCGTM has made her wish come true. 
 

A donation box has been placed at Pantai Hospital Penang to collect funds for medical assistance, with the incentive of receiving a soft toy in return for contributions. Numerous generous donors have participated in our Medical Fund offering preloved soft toys. 
We are pleased to see that this project underscores the remarkable strength of community spirit and demonstrates that many individuals still selflessly contribute to support a worthy cause. Lions Club of GTM is grateful and say a
big 'Thank you' to them. 

4/12/2024 Needy Family Project - Mdm Gan & Family

Needy Family Mdm Gan and her son, Boon Keat, welcomed Lion Lily and Leo Khaw who brought with them groceries including fruits, beverages, eggs, spices, rice, dietary meat, and bakery products including baked beans, and sardines 
during their monthly visit to their three-room flat located on Jalan Tapah, Penang. 
Before this, Alpha Leo Hui Yuen was given the assignment to purchase food items. The Lions has been giving Leo members this practical task to instill the importance of making thoughtful purchasing decisions.  Another project was carried out for the needy families.





1/12/2024 Mdm Chong: A Vision Restored through Renewed Application Approval.

Mdm Chong (77) is unmarried and lost her job many years ago when the factory where she was employed shut down. She appealed to LCGTM that she was losing her vision due to dense cataracts. The club submitted a request for medical assistance from Life Renewed on behalf of Mdm Chong. 

She was filled with joy upon learning that our application to Life Renewed for her cataract treatment had been approved. Today, she successfully underwent cataract surgery at Pantai Hospital Penang, thanks to the expertise of eye specialist Dr. Tan J.P. who performed the procedure.

8/11/2024 Joint Projects with Sister Clubs

LC George Town Mutiara participated in a collaborative Legacy Project alongside Sister Lions from LC Medan Raya, LC Petaling Jaya Metro, LC Kota Budaya, and LC Singapore Fort Canning. The project is a construction of a deep well that supplies fresh water to over a thousand residents in the vicinity of the Hiap Thien Keng Temple in Medan, who otherwise lack sufficient access to water facilities.

Launching the deep well water supply. Unveiling the plaque

Group photo after the launch

Turning on the water supply
The second project was the distribution of essential food items, including noodles, dry goods, rice, and oil, to a thousand underprivileged residents.


The third project focused on providing food packages to 50 families associated with the Port Belawan Police, who are responsible for maintaining security at the Belawan port and enforcing criminal and traffic laws.




LCGTM's Representatives at the project ceremony.

This exemplifies the commitment of Lions Clubs to fostering international understanding through meaningful partnerships.

8/11/2024 Celebrating Sister Club LC Medan Raya 38th Charter Anniversary

Lions and spouses of LC George Town Mutiara attended the 38th Charter Anniversary of their Sister club, LC Medan Raya at Regale International Convention Centre on 8/11/2024. Since the establishment of our partnership 29 years ago, we have consistently attended their anniversary events. 14 members, along with their spouses, participated in this occasion.
LCGTM also made a contribution to their Anniversary projects, giving out rice, oil and noodles, aimed at supporting the underprivileged community. Another meaningful Legacy project was the installation of a deep well at Hiap Thien Temple, Belawan which provided clean water to the community.




10/11/2024 "Lighting up Lives this Deepavali! 
"Lighting up lives this Deepavali! The Lions Club of George Town Mutiara, together with our sponsored Omega Leo Club—GT Mutiara—were proud to spread joy and kindness through our community service project, bringing warmth and hope to Seri Cahaya Children's Home. 
 
Our club has donated groceries and basic necessities to the home worth over RM800. Other than that, we also had lunch and gave the residents a Deepavali packet to celebrate the festival of lights with compassion and generosity

 

On 27/10/2024,  Lions Club of George Town Mutiara, in collaboration with Pantai Hospital Penang, successfully carried out the 2024 Charity Fun Ride & Fun Walk. The event attracted more than 750 participants. The event raised $10,000 for the medical fund. Although intermittent rain initially posed a challenge, the participants' enthusiasm persevered, allowing the ride and walk to continue uninterrupted. Eventually, the sun emerged, enhancing the overall success of the event. 









Another Legacy Project @ Taman Jajar Sungai Ara



On 24/10/2024, President Lion Derry Tan, PDG Dato' Khoo Kay Huat, and Ms.Fiona (the Management body of Pantai Hospital) visited Taman Jajar Sungai Ara, exploring a site to install three AEDs and a Gazebo. The AED is a sophisticated but user-friendly portable device designed to help individuals who suffer sudden heart attacks.

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Another Legacy Project - An Innovative Milestone: 

The inaugural cataract surgery was successfully performed to Mr. Paul Ng (patient) on 9/10/2024, at Hospital Pantai Sungai Petani. This achievement followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between LCGTM, Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani (PHSP), and Pantai Hospital Laguna Merbok (PHLM) on August 17, 2024. The medical costs were covered by LCGTM-PANTAI SPLM, with the procedure conducted by Dr. Wong Choy Hoong. The case was interviewed by PP Lily Teoh.





The Theme for 2024-2045 Peace Poster is 'PEACE WITHOUT LIMITS'.

LCGTM participated in the 2024 Peace Poster Contest, held on 12/10/2024 at 1st Avenue Mall, Penang. Organised by Regions 1,2 and 3 (Penang Island), 95 students took part and 4 of them were invited by our club from SJKC Shang Wu. Ms. Joey Lim Jing Rou received the Excellence Award. 
The students crafted posters that inspired the community and the world to embrace our boundless capacity for kindness by committing to the limitless pursuit of peace, i.e. Peace Without Limited.



A Legacy Project - Presentation of an AED

LCGTM presented an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to the Thean Oon Senior Home. The Home, which started in 2021, provides care and services for seniors in our community. Currently, there are 90 residents with 15 staff running the Home. This is one of our legacy projects this year; a part of the Club’s commitment to supporting seniors and promoting cardiac health. The AED will make a significant difference in the lives of our elderly residents.

The Club is grateful to the Lions Club of Serdang for their generous contribution and for making this a joint project that bears half the cost.

Congratulations to the Organising Committee headed by PP May Cheah for making this project successful. 



 



8/2/2025 - PRESENTATION OF AED DEVICE TO  THEAN OON SENIOR HOME CARE CENTRE




22/9/2024 - Puan Bedah joyous moment when she could see again.

The LCGTM Lions interviewed Puan Bedah and subsequently recommended her application to LifeRenew for financial assistance, which was granted. Puan Bedah told the LCGTM that she placed great importance on her eyesight because she lost her right eye. Now her left eye is affected by severe cataracts. 

Her husband, a rubber tapper, can no longer work due to his old age. With no income, the couple resides with their son, who lives in a rented three-room flat with his own family of two. 

Thank you for the support from LifeRenew and Pantai Hospital Penang.


11/9/2024 - Hunger Relief Project

September 11 was another exciting day for some Residents of Padang Tembak when LCGTM carried out the Hunger Relief project at the Dewan MPKK Padang Tembak. Starting at 4:30 pm, the elderlies enthusiastically, on their own, started the lively light aerobic exercise and the Lions continued to lead them. There was an atmosphere of fun. 



After the session, OC PP Samantha, IPP Joyce Cheah and CP Danny Lim were in full gear distributing 70 over meal boxes and buns.





3/9/2024 Needy Family Project: 

Mdm Tan is among the families in need that LCGTM is supporting. The club supplies food provisions and groceries on a monthly basis. The club has engaged Leos of our sponsored Leo Club to carry out the project. Today, Leo Cecilia purchased essential food items and presented them to Mdm Tan and her family.


3/9/2024 Needy Family Project: 


Mr. Munusamy is one of the families in need that LCGTM is supporting. The club supplies food provisions and groceries every month. Besides Munusamy who is handicapped, his wife is also suffering the same fate and has to go to dialysis regularly. Today, OC, PP Lily purchased essential food items to present them. 


1/9/2024 - CLUB INSTALLATION CEREMONY

LC George Town Mutiara carried out its 37th Installation of the President and Board of Directors at the Jade Palace Restaurant, with a high tea with Dim Sum. The venue offered an affordable and enjoyable beachside atmosphere. 
We extend our gratitude to 2nd VDG David Seow Chee Hoe for conducting the installation ceremony and a big 'thank you' to all the Lions who participated.





25/8/2024 Key Officers' School 


 25/8/2024 Needy Family Project - Mdm Gan & Family

Assisting needy families has been one of our signature projects. One of the families is Mdm Gan. She has to shoulder the responsibility of caring for her elderly mother and two school-age children on a limited income. Mdm Gan and her family share a 3-room flat with her brother. 

The club hopes that more generous donors can help support Mdm Gan's family in improving their living conditions. In the meantime, LCGTM has provided additional assistance to her family through contributions of groceries from the public.



11/8/2024 Needy Family Project - Munusamy & Family

Munusamy is one of the needy families that LCGTM is helping out. The club supplies food provisions and groceries on a monthly basis. 

President Derry Tan visited Munusamy and noted the home's poor condition. 


17/8/2024 - Legacy in the making with MOU signing

Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani (PHSP) and Pantai Laguna Merbok (PLM) have been eager to establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with our club since the beginning of the year. 

This will be a Legacy for LCGTM to commemorate another MOU with Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani and Pantai Laguna Merbok

The MOU signing took place at NCity Hall, Sungai Petani in conjunction with their Zumba Fitness Merdeka Celebration on 17/8/2024 with 320 attendees.

The MOU signing launches the beginning of another medical project which enables LCGTM to provide additional medical assistance to the Kedah region. LCGTM’s aid to the needy remains strong in helping those in need. 


Memorandum Of Understanding Signing Ceremony. 
President Derry Tan (LCGTM) witnessed by PDG Dato Khoo Kay Huat and Ms. Tio Bee Chan (Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani & Pantai Hospital Laguna Merbok ) witnessed by Mr. Ng Bong Seng , COO Pantai Laguna Merbok)

After the signing ceremony, Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani (PHSP) and Pantai Laguna Merbok (PLM) presented a cheque of RM5,000 to LCGTM for the Medical Fund. LCGTM has expanded our reach to a new township to assist those in need through our SIGNATURE PROJECT - Cataract operation.


14/8/2024 @4.30pm LCGTM's monthly Hunger Relief Project

The Lions started the project by leading the residents in a lively light aerobic exercise. This created an atmosphere of fun, as the elderly participants enthusiastically tried to keep up with the steps and movements. We can see that the residents greatly enjoyed such activities, which helped foster a sense of community in the Rifle Range neighborhood.

After the 20-minute dance session, the Lions distributed 70 meal boxes to the local residents in need. However, the interaction did not end there. The Lions also took the time to have conversational sessions with the recipients, making it a more meaningful and personalized experience.

Lions-In-Attendance: PP Samantha, IPP Joyce Cheah, CP Danny Lim, Lion Cindy Chew, Lion Lucia Teoh.



   
5/8/2024 Interview in progress with Mdm Teoh

Mdm Teoh (88), suffers from poor vision caused by cataracts and a fleshy overgrowth of the conjunctiva. With no income of her own, she lives with her sisters, who also rely on social welfare. Mdm Teoh appealed to the LCGTM for financial assistance to treat her vision issues, hoping to improve her sight and enjoy the final year of her life.
On 5/8/2024, Mdm Teoh's application was approved on her right eye and treatment was carried out at Pantai Hospital Penang. 

PP Lily reviewed of her application

Lions of GTM visited Mdm Teoh at Pantai Hospital Penang after the operation.
  
3/8/2024 - GIVING SIGHT TO MDM TEH

Mdm Teh, a widow who lost her employment as a household cleaner due to the COVID-19 pandemic, experienced deteriorating eyesight that rendered her unable to work. She stayed with her daughter as she had no income. She remained hopeful about regaining her vision and starting to work again.

A Lion from LCGTM intervened to assist her in restoring her eyesight. The club submitted her application for free medical treatment. It was not too long LiveRenew approved the medical expenses for the cataract removal procedure.
The operation was carried out at Pantai Hospital Penang on 3/8/2024. 

The club members visited her the following day. She thanked LCGTM for helping her. She thanked the hospital and Dr. Tan who carried out the procedures.




10/8/2024 CANTEEN DAY PROJECT

Leo Club of Sacred Heart High School carried out a fund-raising project for the school during Canteen Day on 10/8/2024. Leos gathered, prepared, and sold Chrysanthemum tea and Mochi to the teachers,  parents, and friends.  

President Derry Tan and Leo Advisor Lily Teoh were present to observe the leadership exhibited by our Leos. The project was successfully carried out. Funds collected amount to RM967.60 net.




3/8/2024 - GIVING SIGHT TO MDM TEH

Mdm Teh, a widow who lost her employment as a household cleaner due to the COVID-19 pandemic, experienced deteriorating eyesight that rendered her unable to work. She stayed with her daughter as she had no income. She remained hopeful about regaining her vision and starting to work again.

A Lion from LCGTM intervened to assist her in restoring her eyesight. The club submitted her application for free medical treatment. It was not too long LiveRenew approved the medical expenses for the cataract removal procedure.
The operation was carried out at Pantai Hospital Penang on 3/8/2024. 

The club members visited her the following day. She thanked LCGTM for helping her. She thanked the hospital and Dr. Tan who carried out the procedures.




CP DANNY LIM CALLED ON MEDAN RAYA SISTER CLUB LIONS

The LCGTM has maintained close ties with our Lion Sister Clubs. Using WhatsApp, Sister Club Lions faithfully exchange morning greetings with one another. On February 8, 2024, Charter President Danny and his wife, Meng Yik met with the Lions of Medan Raya. 
This in-person gathering has rekindled old friendships and allowed our club to know its new members.

CP Danny Lim thanked PDG Henry for his kind hospitality in Medan.




 

Leo Advisor Lucia Teoh attended the Leo Club of Sacred Heart High School meeting on 31/7/2024. The Faculty Advisor was also present throughout the meeting. 
Ln Lucia was able to interact with the Leos. She spoke about the Leo programme and ended up with a quiz session. She distributed badges to the Leos who answered the quiz questions correctly.  All Leos participated.

1st MD308 Council Meeting in Kuching on 29/7/2024.

LCGTM congratulates Past District Governor Dato’ Khoo Kay Huat on being appointed as the MDCC (Multiple District Council Chairperson) for the Peace Poster.  He began his duty and attended the Council Meeting in Kuching. 

The Pantai Marathon 2024

On June 23, 2024, Pantai Hospital Penang launched a PANTAI MARATHON 2024 at the Penang 2nd Bridge. LC George Town Mutiara was a co-sponsor of this event, making it the first NGO to host a marathon at the Penang 2nd Bridge.

The Pantai Marathon 2024 event video and photos are now ready for viewing.

The Pantai Marathon 2024 

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LCGTM assisted Mr. Lee Kok Kee in undergoing successful cataract surgery, which was fully sponsored by the club.
Club members visited him after the surgery. He was grateful and he thanked our club. 

Mr. Lee expressed his intent to continue working as a driver to finance his home expenses.









20/7/2024 - DG Inauguration & Installation of Cabinet Officers. 

LCGTM is honoured with the appointment of PP Peter Koay as DC RAP for fiscal year 2024-2025. He was installed at the DG Inauguration of Don Hoe and his Cabinet Officers on 20/7/2024 at St. Giles Wembley, Penang.  One of his roles will be to promote a good environment for reading academic success in the district. Many LCGTM members participated in the event.







18/7/2024 - Hunger Relief Project @ Rifle Range 

13 years ago, LCGTM launched its 'Hunger Relief' project, jointly with the Kechara Soup Kitchen which has since become the club's signature initiative. Four years ago LCGTM carried out the projects on its own. Over the years, the project has served thousands of homeless individuals and elderly needy residents in the urban area.

This fiscal year 2024-2025, the project continued at Rifle Range Flat, where the club distributed food boxes, bread, and drinks to more than 70 needy people. The generosity of LCGTM is often noticed and appreciated by these underprivileged families, who in turn help spread awareness of the club's Lionism within the community.

In addition to distributing food, LCGTM also encourages the recipients to participate in warming-up activities and line dancing, fostering a sense of community and care. Every month, the club members come together to share and care for those in need. GT Mutiara Roar!






Not only serving the needy community, the LC George Town Mutiara, still remembers the Alpha Leo Club of Sacred Heart High School it sponsors. Leo Advisor PP Lily Teoh, the Leo Advisor for the club in Balik Pulau, conducted an orientation workshop on 16/7/2024 to educate the club members on the Leo program. 
PP Lily and Lion Lucia participated in teaching the Leos, and badges were distributed as encouragement.





LCGTM celebrated the birthdays of PP May Cheah and PP Joe Quah following the Club's 1st Board and Regular Meetings adjournment.  
The Birthday song was sung, and PP Joe Quah extinguished the candlelight with his bare fingers.  Thanks to Lion Lucia Teoh, she provided potato chips and cordial drinks to the Lions.

 17/6/2024 Pre-Board Meeting





LC George Town Mutiara had preboard meetings at Nona Bali Restaurant on 17/6/2024. 
The meeting was successfully conducted and several key issues for the next fiscal year were addressed and these would be tabled at the 1st Board Meeting.

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