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Amitabha Foundation (阿弥陀佛援助总会) is a Malaysian charitable organization established in 1998. Founded on principles of compassion inspired by Guanyin Bodhisattva, the foundation supports underserved communities across Malaysia, aiming to uplift well-being without regard to race, religion, or background[1]
Mission and Philosophy
[edit]The foundation's guiding motto, "In Compassion, We Change the World" (慈悲为本 · 以心转境), reflects its commitment to dignity, respect, and compassion for all. Recognized for its holistic approach, Amitabha Foundation addresses diverse social needs, from healthcare and elderly care to education and disaster response.
Key Milestones
[edit]Since its founding, the foundation has marked several significant milestones:
- 1998: The foundation was established to provide compassionate support to disadvantaged communities[2]
- 2003: Opened a Haemodialysis Centre in Johor Bahru to provide subsidized dialysis treatment to kidney patients in need[1]
- 2010: Established an orphanage in Johor Bahru, offering a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children[3]
- 2020: Organized COVID-19 relief efforts, distributing essential supplies to communities affected by the pandemic[4]
Vision and Mission
[edit]The foundation envisions a society strengthened by support systems that foster resilience, self-sufficiency, and hope. Amitabha Foundation's mission encompasses providing financial aid, healthcare, elderly support, youth education, and disaster relief, ultimately striving for community empowerment.
Core Services
[edit]- Financial Relief and Empowerment The foundation works to reduce poverty through essential supplies, education and employment assistance, supporting over 10,000 families to date.
- Elderly Care and Dignity The Gentle Hill Elder Care center, supported by the foundation, offers non-profit housing, meals, mental health counseling, and community engagement activities to seniors, with 30% of beds reserved for those in need[4]
- Haemodialysis and Healthcare Support Since 2003, Amitabha Foundation has provided accessible dialysis treatments, expanding its facility to 18 machines by 2024. Fundraising efforts, including charity golf tournaments, support equipment upgrades and subsidized care[1]
- Educational and Emotional Support for Youth The foundation's orphanage in Johor Bahru supports children aged 3 to 17 who are orphaned, neglected, or abused, offering medical, psychological, educational, and vocational resources[5]
- Disaster Response and Community Resilience Amitabha Foundation provides emergency relief supplies during disasters and offers long-term rehabilitation support, such as rebuilding homes and infrastructure to promote community resilience.[6][7]
Regular Events
[edit]Amitabha Foundation organizes annual events to foster community connection and promote well-being:
- Blood Donation Drives: Regularly held to address critical blood shortages at local hospitals. A recent event in October 2024 at the Five-Blessing City Plaza aimed to encourage community members to donate blood and included complimentary health consultations[8]
- Kidney Health Awareness Campaigns: Events such as the "Kidney Health Awakening" are organized to increase public awareness about kidney health and preventive care[9]
- Cultural and Ritual Events: Ceremonies like Avalokiteshvara's Birthday and Great Merit-Sharing Emperor Liangwu Dharma Assembly foster spiritual harmony and community engagement.
- Charity Golf Tournaments: These events raise funds for haemodialysis services and disaster relief, with the most recent tournament in October 2024 raising RM170,000[10]
Volunteer Programs
[edit]Volunteers are vital to the foundation's efforts, assisting with events, community support, and skill-building programs. Training in cultural awareness, healthcare basics, and emergency response is provided to enhance the volunteers' impact.
Donation Programs
[edit]Amitabha Foundation offers multiple ways for individuals and organizations to contribute:
- Single Donations for specific programs.
- Recurring Donations on a monthly, quarterly, or yearly basis.
- Corporate Sponsorships for CSR collaborations supporting community projects. The foundation reported the loss of 62 donation boxes across Malaysia due to the COVID-19 impact on local businesses, which disrupted funding channels essential to supporting its orphanage, elderly care, and dialysis center[11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "【独家】百万建阿弥陀佛洗肾中心 低收费援助贫苦肾病患". e南洋 (in Chinese (China)). 2019-06-10. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "阿弥陀佛洗肾中心 明年4月办高球赛筹款". e南洋 (in Chinese (China)). 2019-11-19. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "College students raise RM13,000 for two charity homes". The Star. 2023-03-31. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ a b "Centre in dire need of donations for necessities". The Star. 2020-04-15. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "阿弥陀佛援助总会 获近2万捐款". 中國報 China Press (in Chinese (China)). 2019-11-28. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "乐捐箱1个月收不到10元 经济影响捐款？慈善机构难为". e南洋 (in Chinese (China)). 2016-03-19. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "阿弥陀佛援助总会联合2单位 为土地震幸存者筹冬装". 中國報 China Press (in Chinese (China)). 2023-02-21. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "阿弥陀佛援助总会 周六邀你献血". 中國報 China Press (in Chinese (China)). 2024-10-02. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ ""爱肾护肾"觉醒运动 让民众"体验"透析". 中國報 China Press (in Chinese (China)). 2024-06-30. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "高球赛暨慈善晚宴 筹获17万助肾脏患者". 中國報 China Press (in Chinese (China)). 2024-10-27. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ "阿弥陀佛援助总会 摆在店铺 62捐款箱遗失". 中國報 China Press (in Chinese (China)). 2021-05-20. Retrieved 2025-06-16.