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t was a very happy birthday for The Venetian Macao-Resort- Hotel in August. Just three years earlier, the property helped to change the
face of Macau, leading the city into a new era where it has since developed into one of Asia’s biggest entertainment hubs. The Venetian Macao has since gone on to win a signifi cant
place in Macau’s geography, history and, most importantly, as a key supporter of the community. Sands China Ltd used The Venetian Macao’s anniversary to
stress its role as socially responsible corporation. The company gave birthday gifts to fi ve higher education institutions and fi ve community organisations. “As part of Macau, Sands China Ltd takes its role in society
very seriously. Since 2004, we have extended our support to over 120 community initiatives, with benefi ciaries spanning education, medical support and social assistance,” says Sands China Ltd president and chief operating offi cer Edward Tracy.
Promoting education From academic year 2006/2007 onwards, Sands China Ltd
has run a scholarship and fellowship scheme with the University of Macau, Macao Polytechnic Institute, Macau University of Science and Technology, the Institute for Tourism Studies. The University of Saint Joseph joined the scheme this year. Donations now total MOP2.48 million and about 400
students have directly benefi ted. This academic year, Sands China Ltd handed out a total amount of MOP590,000 to these fi ve institutions. Funding is allocated to scholarships for students with excellent academic results or for fellowships to students who need fi nancial assistance and have satisfactory grades. “There is absolutely no doubt that, after three great years, The
Venetian Macao will continue to provide this type of contribution to these institutions,” says Mr Tracy.
Responsible play Following the scholarship and fellowship cheque presentation
to representatives from the higher education facilities, Sands’ executive vice-president and chief casino offi cer David Sisk presented MOP100,000 cheques to fi ve charity institutions that have been fundamental in promoting responsible gaming. The recipients were: Sheng Kung Hui Macau Social Service
Coordination Offi ce, the Young Men’s Christian Association of Macau, the Macau IFE Rehabilitation Centre for Problem Gamblers, the Macao Catholic Family Advisory Council and the Good Shepherd Sister – Women’s Mutual Help Centre. “We believe it’s important to address community concerns
to minimise the potentially negative impact on the quality of life here in Macau and in the wider region,” said Mr Sisk. “We pride ourselves as a responsible corporate citizen, and we are committed to creating awareness of potential problems by promoting a responsible gaming environment.” Sands China Ltd launched its Responsible Gaming Programme
in April 2007 and has supported these non-profi t organisations since 2006. The company has donated MOP1.7 million in total.
From left: Maggie Chiang (Vice Chair, Macao Catholic Family Advisory Council), Sister Juliana Devoy (Director, Good Shepherd Sister – Women’s Mutual Help Centre), David Sisk (Executive Vice President and Chief Casino Offi cer of Sands China Ltd), Peter Loi (Program Secretary, Macau IFE Rehabilitation Centre for Problem Gamblers), Grace Kuan (General Secretary, Young Men’s Christian Association of Macau) and Seiko Lee Wai Wah (Centre in charge, Sheng Kung Hui Macau Social Service Coordination Offi ce)
OCTOBER 2010
From left: Alex Lai Iat Long (Vice Rector, University of Macau), José Alves (Vice Rector for Academic Aff airs, The University of Saint Joseph), Edward Tracy (President and Chief Operating Offi cer of Sands China Ltd.), Lei Heong Iok (President, Macao Polytechnic Institute), Keith Morrison (Registrar, Macau University of Science and Technology) and Antonio Chu (Registrar, Institute for Tourism Studies)
The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel celebrated its third anniversary with donations to fi ve higher education institutions and fi ve groups that promote responsible gaming
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