Operation Pebbles - Hong Kong http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog A Bulletin Board For Community And Charity Work Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:12:40 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Combine Adventure with Charity – Edge of Seven http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/07/02/combine-adventure-with-charity-edge-of-seven/ http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/07/02/combine-adventure-with-charity-edge-of-seven/#comments Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:12:11 +0000 admin http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/?p=162 Continue reading →]]> Edge of Seven is a nonprofit organization that fuses international travel with service, creating opportunities for personal and global development. We make it easy and affordable for volunteers to make a change and be changed by people from the most distant corners of the world. The adventureswe create are fun, but challenging. We offer a diverse array of projects to choose from, but the goal behind each one is the same: pushing personal limits in order to improve the lives of girls throughout the developing world.

Edge of Seven encourages volunteers to get out and see the world in order to understand the challenges we face globally. We recognize that some of the most powerful advocates of global social change were ignited by a trip to the developing world. Specifically, our projects require travelers with an open mind, a desire to contribute something meaningful, and a dedication to global social change.
Edge of Seven offers both individual and group volunteer experiences. Group projects are typically more physical, shorter in length (2-3 weeks) and construction-oriented. Individual projects are more customizable. If you have a specific skill set (such as communications, grant writing, videography, medicine, etc.) that you would like to put to use, please contact us directly at info@edgeofseven.organd we can work on finding an appropriate placement.

An Edge of Seven staff member has visited each of program partners so as to prioritize a safe and meaningful experience.
]]> http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/07/02/combine-adventure-with-charity-edge-of-seven/feed/ 0 Book Launch – Operation Pebbles http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/06/08/book-launch-operation-pebbles/ http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/06/08/book-launch-operation-pebbles/#comments Fri, 08 Jun 2012 15:04:52 +0000 admin http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/?p=149 Continue reading →]]> Operation Pebbles is about channeling the energy and compassion of people and channeling it in collective pools from which the community can draw at times when needs are  high. Each time a pebble is thrown in a lake it causes a rippling effect, which  by itself is limited and will disappear. When joined with other pebbles, the  pattern expands, and when we synchronize our pebbles, amazing patterns just may  appear. This lake of Ripples can become a reality if enough people take action, large and small, and throw in their own pebbles. As pebbles are added to  separate puddles, ponds and lakes, the ripples will flow out to merge with  other patterns. If these patterns can then combine, they will in time reach  every person and envelop them in a perpetual pattern of compassion.

The premise of this little ‘Manifesto of Compassion’ is that community targeted actions not only significantly improves the well-being of communities, but also benefit the economy as these actions make use of the spare resources, as well as alleviate the damage our economy is causing to the ecology. It postulates how altruism -till now regarded as a swear word by certain economists – can revamp our civility, our economy and damper its pendulum effect and help our ecology. This slim volume discusses the core issues succinctly, the theories, the plan, the  obstacles, the costs, the risks, the rewards and so forth.

To Buy Kindle Version … Paperback

Presage is a dystopian novel which delves into the mindboggling world and reality of the virtual: The year is 2018, governments have ridden themselves from the burden of welfare, which has become the responsibility of people. Sophie Chantal, an innocent yet resourceful graduate in journalism, is recruited by Hugh van Santen, the editor in chief of The Post, to feature in his biggest scoop yet conceived because of her brother-in-law Sam Sheppard, a virtuoso in computer simulation and game programmer.  Manipulated without knowing, Sophie convinces Sam to use his simulation skills for her first assignment which is a commemorative piece for the bicentennial birthday of one of the most notorious figure in history, one who had caused millions of deaths and many countries to fall in a downward spiral for decades and decades. Once this most antagonistic figure is  simulated successfully, he causes mayhem and instigates a near-riot with new  ideas to social-engineer society. The crisis threatens to bring  the paper down and they frantically search for ways to contain impending  disaster…

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To Read More About The Word in 2018…  

 

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Launched in 1961, the child Sponsorship Programme aims to help the Kuk’s children experience the concern and love from the community and to promote the message of “Harmonious Family”. Through this sponsorship programme, the community will get to know the work of Po Leung Kuk better, as well as to generate revenue to provide and enhance services for families and children.

Click Here To Visit Po Leung Kuk’s Website

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Click Here To Enroll

]]> http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/23/po-leung-kuk-donate-hk6000-campaign/feed/ 231 Po Leung Kuk “Dreams Come True” Elderly Sponsorship Programme http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/23/po-leung-kuk-dreams-come-true-elderly-sponsorship-programme/ http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/23/po-leung-kuk-dreams-come-true-elderly-sponsorship-programme/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 06:15:36 +0000 admin http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/?p=131 Continue reading →]]> Do you have wishes?

Everyone does. Wishes of the elders are as simple as going to theme parks, watching Cantonese Opera, or taking picture with family. Are you willing to realize their wishes?

Po Leung Kuk has strived to provide quality elderly services to the community. Apart from offering the timely assistance for daily needs of the elders, the Kuk had launched the “Dreams Come True” Elderly Sponsorship Programme which aimed to help fulfill their wishes.

A total of 264 elders’ wishes were brought to fruition in last year’s Programme, including household cleaning service, traveling, dining with family as well as home safety enhancement work.

Your generous donation can benefit them with just

HK$3,500              to pay for a hearing-aid (Wish No. 1-4)

HK$2,000              to pay for a wheel chair (Wish No. 1-3)

HK$300                  to pay for a walking stick (Wish No. 1-5)

Click Here Tp Go To Po Leung Kuk’s Website

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Click Here To Enter HKJC Website

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Award : Unit of Highest Participation Rate
Top Fundraising Unit
Top Fundraising Individual

Enrolment Deadline：18.4.2012
Minimum Donation Fee

Adult $100
Elderly (Age 60 or above) $50
Child (Age 6 to 18) $50
Infant (Age 5 or below)

Click Here to Enroll

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]]> http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/23/self-denial-walkathon-salvation-army/feed/ 202 Festival of Trees 2012, DIY Construction Party http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/07/festival-of-trees-2012-diy-construction-party/ http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/07/festival-of-trees-2012-diy-construction-party/#comments Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:59:21 +0000 admin http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/?p=118 Continue reading →]]> It will be a great honor for us if you will grace us with your presence at our signature annual fundraising event.
Date: 14th June, 2012 (Thursday) Venue: Lower Lobby, Grand Ballroom, Conrad Hotel Hong Kong Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong Time: 7.30pm to 11pm

Click Here To Read More

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]]> http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/07/charity-handbag-auction/feed/ 31 China Moon Bear Challenge – Animals Asia http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/07/china-moon-bear-challenge-animals-asia/ http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/2012/04/07/china-moon-bear-challenge-animals-asia/#comments Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:46:46 +0000 admin http://www.operationpebbles.com/blog/?p=112 Continue reading →]]> Have you ever wanted to walk on the Great Wall of China, explore the ancient wonders of Beijing, and visit Animals Asia’s Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu? If so, this is the adventure that you’ve been waiting for!
Animals Asia and Inspired Adventures invite you to challenge yourself on this unforgettable 12-day adventure to China, trek the magnificent Great Wall, and help protect endangered Asiatic Black Bears (also known as moon bears). What better fitness goal than travelling to China for the trek of a lifetime?
  • Dates: 14 May – 25 May, 2012
  • Trip Duration: 12 days
  • Physical Activity: 5 days trekking
  • Challenge Grade: Moderate
  • Accommodation: 3 star hotels and simple guesthouses
  • Fundraising Target: $6500 The fundraising target will cover both your travel expenses and a minimum donation to Animals Asia to assist them in continuing their vital work.
  • Registration Fee: $700 Please note the registration fee is in addition to the fundraising
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