Melco Cyprus, operator of City of Dreams Mediterranean, the first European integrated resort, and Cyprus Casinos (C2), have provided local children with presents and raised funds for the country’s vulnerable groups through a series of festive activities, remaining true to its commitment to give back to the local community.
With Christmas drawing near, Melco Cyprus volunteers have been taking action to help local children and groups feel the holiday spirit; the Company has also put on festive events for colleagues and their kin.
For the third consecutive year, Melco Cyprus is organising the ‘No Child Without a Present This Year’ Christmas charity campaign with Efimerida Lemesos, through which employees donate toys, clothing, electronics and supermarket vouchers to ensure less privileged kids also receive gifts.
Melco Cyprus colleagues have also participated in Limassol’s edition of ‘Santa Run’, a popular Christmas event held around the world that attracts thousands to walk or run while dressed in Santa costumes. Organised by the city’s tourism company, the 5km race was held on December 11 to signal the start of the festive season and raise funds for Theotokos Foundation, a charity helping children and adults with special needs.
On December 4, the company organised a family event, where employees and their children participated in various festive activities. On December 10, Melco kids sang Jingle Bells at Ypsonas Christmas Wonderland, an event organised by the local municipality.
“Caring for the communities we serve is a key component of Melco’s corporate social responsibility,” said City of Dreams Mediterranean and Cyprus Casinos Property General Manager Grant Johnson.
“Children and other vulnerable groups of these communities will always be our number one priority,” he continued.
“To us, the ‘No Child Without a Present This Year’ initiative is not just about gift-giving; it is about creating beautiful memories for our children and showing them there is hope out there.”
The ‘No Child Without a Present This Year’ Christmas charity drive and related activities are part of Melco’s multi-faceted Corporate Social Responsibility programme, through which the Company delivers on its commitment to being a leading corporate citizen, giving back to the communities it serves.
