…that’s what 30 Ridgewood children did at the NUH Endowment Fund Charity Dinner on 19 August, to raise funds for kids suffering from Congenital Heart Disease…

Joining Ms Ho Ching, Guest-of-Honour, and Mrs. Margaret Wee on stage for the opening song “It’s a small world”, Samuel, 5 and his classmates were a sight to behold. Dressed in shimmery Malay Kebayas, Chinese Qi Paos and Indian Sarees, the children truly looked like a milieu of cultures – there was even a Korean and a Dutch girl to complete the global village.

The children worked hard for this moment, practicing a series of three songs to proclaim a message of love, giving and hope at this charity event, reminding all that it is a small world after all. They knew who they were doing it for – children suffering from a difficult disease, as told to them by Mrs. Eunice Toh, Head of the NUH Endowment Fund, at a special presentation in their school a few months ago.

For many of the children, the second song “Happiness” was a favourite. This song taught many to value the little things like tying their shoes for the first time, climbing a tree and setting butterflies free. Samuel shared, “I especially like the line that says ‘Happiness is finding a pencil, Pizza with sausage, telling the time.’ I feel like I can relate to that!”

The finale saw the children sing “Tomorrow” from Annie’s musical with bravado and gusto, bringing a fresh reminder that the promise of another sunny day brings cheer. Many dinner guests encouraged with resounding applause and sincere compliments after. It’s certainly a privilege to be a part of this meaningful event, and we believe such an experience truly makes a difference in these young lives – building confidence and growing a spirit of empathy and generosity.

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