DIVE N' DINE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
We are delighted to announce that the inaugural Dive and Dine Fundraiser for Project Picasso in collaboration with Sail Malaysia, Marine Research Foundation, and Pillars of Sabah had raised a total of RM3,769.00.
The funds generated from this event will be utilized for the continued works of Phase 1 of Project Picasso at Kampung Lobong, Gaya Island.
This phase involves implementing source at segregation, eliminating waste from the island, promoting recycling, and establishing a circular economy. The ultimate goal of Project Picasso is to transform the village into an eco-tourism gem, the first of its kind in Kota Kinabalu. We are thrilled to partner with Pillars of Sabah for the evening's auction, which will showcase the exceptional talent of our local community.
We will continue to raise funds through the sale of our art pieces, smart reusable bags and other events. Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media pages.
THANK YOU for your support and generosity 🙏🏻
We are on track with our program and have launched stage 1 in March 2023. We will continue to update our progress here. Do feel free to contact us for more information as we need donors and volunteers.
- THE WATER VILLAGES IN SABAH HAVE BEEN LEFT NEGLECTED FOR YEARS.
- THE WELFARE OF ITS PEOPLE AND POLLUTION ARE BECOMING AN ISSUE.
OBJECTIVES :
- HUGE POTENTIAL BY TRANSFORMING THE WATER VILLAGES INTO AN INSTA-WORTHY TOURIST DESTINATION.
- THE VILLAGES WILL ENJOY THE BENEFIT OF BETTER INCOME WHEN IT IS BEING RECOGNISED AS A TOURIST DESTINATION.
HOW :
- TO PAINT ALL THE VILLAGE HOUSES AND TRANSFORM INTO VIBRANT & ARTISTIC NEW VILLAGE
- TO ENGAGE WITH THE TOURISM MINISTRY TO RECOGNISE & PROMOTE THE WATER VILLAGE
- TO WORK WITH DBKK AND OTHER COUNCILS ON WASTE COLLECTION
- TO ENGAGE WITH VILLAGERS IN BUILDING NEW BUSINESS (SERVICE & PRODUCTS) FOR TOURISM & THE ENVIRONMENT
- TO IMPROVE ON EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE
What we have achieved so far... and follow our social media pages to know more of our progress.