The ‘Ly Ca Phe Yeu Thuong’ (Cup of Compassion Coffee) programme, initated by the Da Nang Journalists’ Association, has made its debut at the New Hawaii coffee shop, 15 Tran Quy Cap, Da Nang’s Hai Chau District. The event has attracted the participation of many reporters and donors across in the city.

A view of the launching ceremony of the 'Cup of Compassion Coffee' programme

The programme aims to appeal for generous philanthropists to help those in need, including reporters in difficult circumstances.

Also, through the meaningful programme, reporters have the opportunity to meet and exchange their professional skills with one another, as well as show their responsibility towards the community.

Starting from this month, the monthly programme is held on the first Saturday morning of each month. Each cup of coffee or other optional types of beverages is priced at only 50,000 VND, which covers the payment for the drink and financial support for the programme.

In a similar vein, New Hawaii coffee shop- one of the sponsors of the program – has pledged to donate 10% of its revenue during this monthly programme.

Speaking at the launching ceremony of the programme, municipal People’s Committee Standing Vice Chairman Dang Viet Dung highlighted the significance of the programme in creating an ideal rendezvous for local reporters, and appealing for generous donors to help the needy, a move in active response to the city’s landmark ongoing ‘The City of 4 Safe Programmes’.

Municipal People’s Committee Standing Vice Chairman Dang Viet Dung giving a donation to the programme

During its launching ceremony, a sum of nearly 9.5 million was raised for the programme to help those in need.