MY BIG IDEA

Charity director Sian Taylor’s Box of Hope makes an international comeback

What are you excited about this year?

We’re in our 14th year! I’m looking forward to seeing our checking office filled with boxes made by children, and meeting our volunteers who offer their time. It’s the most wonderful, feel-good atmosphere.

How did the pandemic impact 2020 operations?

Last year we were unable to collect boxes from schools so we collected money instead. We made 6,200 boxes which we delivered to 67 local charities. Our boxes were tailored to include Covid necessities such as masks and hand sanitiser.

Are things back to ‘normal’ this year?

Yes, Hong Kong school children and the community are once again making boxes and, after discussions with DHL (one of our sponsors), we are shipping overseas again this year.

What’s in the perfect box?

All the essentials; soap, toothbrush, toothpaste are great, but more importantly something to cherish - a soft toy waiting to be loved, a toy train to encourage play, or crayons to feed a child’s creative side. On behalf of Box of Hope, Sian would like to thank her wonderful team and sponsors who work tirelessly throughout the year to ensure that the project is a success. If you can’t create then please donate. More information at boxofhope.org

We are very happy because my son now has plenty of new toys that we couldn’t otherwise afford to buy.

Susan and her son, Suran, The Philippines

Where are you collecting boxes?

We’ll collect the boxes from schools until November 5 and from Indigo Living stores right up until November 16.

What do you like most about being involved?

Box of Hope helps me balance my very privileged life.

What can we do to ensure this is a record year?

Make sure your box is extra special, something you would like to receive!