Jockey Club champions contributions to the betterment of society at Hong Kong Volunteer Award 2025

The Hong Kong Volunteer Award Presentation Ceremony cum Forum 2025 was held today (9 January) to recognise the many volunteers who have contributed to the betterment of our society. The Award is supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust through its JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER initiative, launched and funded by the Trust in 2022 to promote a culture of volunteering and community care.

Janet Lee, wife of the HKSAR Chief Executive and Volunteer-in-Chief (2nd left); Clarence Leung, HKSAR Government Under Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs (2nd right); Jackson Woo, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (1st left); and Melissa Kaye Pang, Chairman of the Agency for Volunteer Service (1st right), officiate at the Hong Kong Volunteer Award 2025 Presentation Ceremony.

Co-organised by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau and the Agency for Volunteer Service, the event's opening ceremony was officiated by guests including Janet Lee, wife of the HKSAR Chief Executive and Volunteer-in-Chief; Clarence Leung, HKSAR Government Under Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs; Jackson Woo, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club; and Melissa Kaye Pang, Chairman of the Agency for Volunteer Service.

Jackson Woo, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club, delivers a speech at the Hong Kong Volunteer Award 2025 Presentation Ceremony.

Club Steward Jackson Woo highlighted the Club's long-standing partnership with the Agency for Volunteer Service, dating back to the 1970s, in promoting volunteering. In recent years, through the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER initiative, the Club has broadened its support by promoting the concept of “Volunteer for Impact" and introducing many exclusive awards that recognise contributions from diverse sectors and foster the sustainable development of volunteer services. He added that the Club's CARE@hkjc Volunteer Team participates in a variety of community services, including supporting the recently concluded 15th National Games, bringing care and warmth to communities across Hong Kong.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club was honoured with an Outstanding Corporate Award

The Hong Kong Jockey Club was honoured with a Top Ten Highest Volunteer Hour Award.

The CARE@hkjc Volunteer Team comprises dedicated employees who, in 2024 alone, contributed over 25,000 volunteering hours, benefiting more than 740,000 people. At this year's Hong Kong Volunteer Award, the Club was awarded, Outstanding Corporate Award and Top Ten Highest Volunteer Hour Award, underscoring the dedication and impact of its volunteer team.

Jackson Woo, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (first row, 8th left), and Freely Cheng, the Club’s Head of External Affairs (first row, 9th left), with members of the Club’s CARE@hkjc Volunteer Team.

The integrated platform launched under JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER has attracted over 23,000 registered volunteers to date, with cumulative service hours close to 270,000.

Jackson Woo, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (centre), with recipients of the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER Outstanding Evergreen Volunteer Award and the Outstanding Rising Star Volunteer Award.

Since 2023, the Club has supported awards under the Hong Kong Volunteer Award scheme through JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER including the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER Outstanding Evergreen Volunteer Award, the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER Outstanding Caring School Award, the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER Evergreen Volunteer Award (Volunteer Hours), the JC VOLUNTEER TOETHER Rising Star Volunteer Award (Volunteer Hours) and the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER Caring School, all of which celebrate exceptional volunteering efforts. The Club also supports the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER Outstanding Rising Star Volunteer Award, which honours individuals who are volunteering for the first time or returning to volunteer work, recognising their achievements and contributions. Further details can be found on the Hong Kong Volunteer Award website: https://hkvaward.hk/

Jackson Woo, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (back row, 12th left), and Freely Cheng, the Club’s Head of External Affairs (back row, centre), with members of the Club’s CARE@hkjc Volunteer Team and the awarded JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER volunteers.

JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER was launched in collaboration with 12 partner organisations. It is designed to encourage and mobilise primary and secondary school students, families, working adults, people aged 50+ and retirees as well as the general public to do good for society. It has also created the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER PLATFORM in collaboration with six major volunteer matching hubs in Hong Kong to help people identify volunteering opportunities and register for and keep track of their volunteering activities.

The Club's support for the JC VOLUNTEER TOGETHER, like all its charity and community contributions, is made possible by its unique integrated business model through which racing and responsible sports wagering generate substantial tax contributions, charity support and employment opportunities for Hong Kong.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club extends its warmest congratulations on the successful conclusion of this year’s LIV Golf Hong Kong today (8 Mar) at the Hong Kong Golf Club (HKGC) Fanling Golf Course. HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan, HKSAR Government Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law, Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs Raymond Tam and other guests attended the tournament, witnessing the trophy‑lift moment.

Former President of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR, Andrew Leung (photo 2, front row, 2nd left), Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (photo 2, front row, centre) and other guests witness the tournament’s shotgun start.

Former President of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR, Andrew Leung (photo 2, front row, 2nd left), Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (photo 2, front row, centre) and other guests witness the tournament’s shotgun start.

The four-day tournament attracted tens of thousands of spectators from Hong Kong and around the world. The Club is proud to have served as the Official Community Partner of this M-Mark event for the first time, working closely with the HKGC to empower local communities through golf.

HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan (4th left), HKSAR Government Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law (4th right), HKSAR Government Executive Council Non-Official Member Jeffrey Lam (1st left), Hong Kong Tourism Board Chairman Dr Peter Lam (3rd right), the Club’s Executive Director of the Corporate Affairs Raymond Tam (2nd right), Hong Kong Golf Club Captain Andy Kwok (2nd left), Hong Kong Golf Club Vice Captain Bryant Lu (1st right) and other guests witness the tournament’s trophy‑lift moment.

The Club additionally supported the launch of the Jockey Club Community Golf Programme, which aims to enhance community participation in and awareness of golf and to promote the sport’s long-term development in Hong Kong.

Anita Fung, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (1st left) visits the Jockey Club booth.

The Programme will offer activities including school-based events, experiential courses and inter-school competitions, with complimentary tickets made available to people in underprivileged communities. In the lead-up to the golf tournament, elite international golfers visited a primary school to engage with students and inspire interest in the sport. Arrangements were also made for golf professionals from HKGC to mentor young players of differing abilities to promote inclusion. These initiatives aim to give young and underprivileged people opportunities to experience the excitement of golf both on and off the course.

Former President of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR, Andrew Leung (1st left), Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (2nd right) and Hong Kong Golf Club Captain Andy Kwok (1st right) visit the Jockey Club booth.

The Club’s booth in the fan village added further colour to the event by offering attendees the chance to explore sports beyond golf. Members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team also took part, creating balloon figures and bringing joy to spectators.

International golfers visit a school participating in JC Project MuSE.

Visiting golfers were invited to experience the city’s cultural and culinary highlights including Tai Kwun in Central and Happy Wednesday races at Happy Valley Racecourse. These experiences helped to promote horse racing tourism and showcase Hong Kong’s diverse attractions to a global audience.

HKGC golfers mentor young players at Fanling Golf Course under the Jockey Club Kau Sai Chau Go Fun Junior Golf Programme and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: Special Olympics Golf Development Project.

Through these activities and engagement opportunities, local residents had more opportunities to connect with golf, while top golfers and visitors from around the world experienced Hong Kong's unique character and its capability to host high-calibre major events. This, in turn, helped strengthen the Hong Kong brand and share positive stories about the city.

HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan (4th left), HKSAR Government Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law (4th right), and the Club’s Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (1st right), with members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team.

In 2024/25, the Club’s Charities Trust supported eight “M” Mark events as Official Community Partner. These included the Hong Kong Sevens, the Volleyball Nations League and the Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships, reaching over 81,000 beneficiaries. These partnerships not only inspire the community’s enthusiasm for sport but support the HKSAR Government in strengthening Hong Kong’s status as a premier destination for outstanding sports competitions and major cultural events.

Members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team create balloon figures to bring joy to spectators at the fan village and pose for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 9, 6th right).

The Club’s support for these sports events, like all its charity and community donations, is made possible by its unique integrated business model through which racing and responsible sports wagering generate substantial tax contributions, charity support and employment opportunities for Hong Kong.

Members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team create balloon figures to bring joy to spectators at the fan village and pose for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 9, 6th right).

Participants in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Junior Sports Reporters Programme were invited to report on the LIV Golf Hong Kong.

Beneficiaries of the Jockey Club Community Golf Programme and visitors at the Jockey Club booth.

International golfers experienced Hong Kong’s cultural and culinary attractions, including Tai Kwun in Central and Happy Wednesday races at Happy Valley Racecourse, and posed for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 13, right) at the racecourse.

International golfers experienced Hong Kong’s cultural and culinary attractions, including Tai Kwun in Central and Happy Wednesday races at Happy Valley Racecourse, and posed for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 13, right) at the racecourse.