ESR-REIT Annual Report 2024 165 ESR-REIT Lunch-time Rescued Vegetable Distribution Initiative In FY2024, the Manager continued with its Lunch Time Rescued Vegetable Distribution initiative. Unsold “ugly” but perfectly edible vegetables from the Pasir Panjang Wholesale Center that are to be discarded due to aesthetic imperfections are collected and distributed to underprivileged families. This initiative aims to reduce food waste while helping to alleviate grocery costs for needy families. Twice a month on a rotational basis, ESR-REIT employees, head to the heartlands to sort and distribute these rescued vegetables to residents during their lunch break. The Manager also sponsors the transportation of these vegetables from the wholesale centre to Kembangan-Chai Chee for distribution. Encouraging healthy lifestyle through fun and games Marine Parade Cluster Family Day & Health Fiesta 2024 The Manager was the F&B sponsor for the Marine Parade Cluster Family Day & Health Fiesta 2024, a community event promoting health and wellness. The event featured activities such as obstacle courses, carnival games, health screenings, and exercise sessions which were designed to engage families and encourage healthy lifestyles. This sponsorship reflects our commitment to strengthening community bonds and supporting community well-being. Supporting women, building capabilities Commitment to Empowering Lower-Income Women through the SHE Initiative To support the empowerment of lower-income women, the Manager participated in the Singapore Her Empowerment (“SHE”) annual fundraising event. The Manager showcased its dedication to fostering gender equality and supporting women in workforce re-entry by purchasing a table at the event, which was attended by 10 of its female employees. The funds raised at the event will empower lower-income women through training, mentorship, and mental health support, and help them re-enter the workforce.
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