340 B40 Stella Maris students get educational aid
Published on: Thu, May 15, 2025
By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: Dennison (centre) and Zamri (right) handing out the school supplies. KOTA KINABALU: A total of 340 students from the B40 group at Stella Maris Tanjung Aru received school supplies on Thursday through a CSR initiative by Yayasan Kosma and Persatuan Keusahawanan Cekap Sabah (PKCS). The aid included bags, books, stationery and lunch boxes to support low-income families and encourage educational development.
Advertisement Yayasan Kosma Chairman Datuk Zamri Mohamed praised the unity shown at the event held on church grounds, emphasising the importance of inclusivity beyond race or religion. He said Yayasan Kosma, though Pahang-based, allocates RM5 million yearly to support community initiatives nationwide in line with the Inland Revenue Board's broader mission. PKCS Chairman Dennison Indang highlighted that urban poverty, especially in areas like Pulau Gaya, remains a major challenge and stressed education as a key solution. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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