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Sunrider International is known for helping people around the world achieve a better life and financial freedom with its rewarding business opportunity. In tune with this, Sunrider is also committed to making the world a brighter place through its diverse and dynamic philanthropic efforts. Education, health, arts, and the environment are but a few areas in which Sunrider strives to make a lasting difference in people's lives.
04/21/08 OLYMPICS, SPORTS & FITNESS
The Olympic ideals of fair play, international goodwill, and personal excellence are shared by Sunrider, making the Olympics a natural partner for Sunrider's philanthropic endeavors. Sunrider is also dedicated to supporting various other athletic activities and events, as it realizes that an active lifestyle, along with healthy eating habits, promotes improved health, productivity, and well-being.
Sunrider Corporate Office- 2006 Arnold Sports Festival — Held March 3–5, 2006 in Columbus, Ohio, the Arnold Sports Festival welcomed more than 15,000 athletes from around the world competing in 30 different events, including 15 Olympic-style contests. The goal of the annual Arnold Sports Festival is to promote fitness through “a weekend of sports and a lifetime of fitness.” This event also aims to build interest in the 2008 Beijing Olympics by offering a wide range of Olympic sports, including table tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, boxing, wrestling, and weightlifting. Because of Sunrider’s participation and support as a national sponsor, a large number of Chinese Olympic team members were able to participate in this year’s Festival, including two Chinese Olympic gold medal winners in weightlifting.
Sunrider China- China Olympic Diving Team — Sunrider sponsored the gold medal-winning China Olympic Diving Team at the 2000 Sydney Olympic games by providing RMB 500,000 (US$62,000) and US$14,000 in cash, plus RMB 40,000 (US$4,950) for the "Victory Dinner" celebration.
Sunrider Israel- Paralympic Athlete —
A contract was signed in April 2007 between Sunrider Israel and Liran Geva, who will represent Israel at the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games in the disabled table tennis category. Through this contract, Sunrider Israel has been sponsoring this inspirational athlete as he pursues his gold medal dream.
Liran trains professionally and plays in table tennis competitions in Israel and around the world. His success includes a bronze medal in both the individual and team competitions at the 2008 Liverpool Open in England, and a gold medal (personal) and a silver medal (group) at the Romania Championships in 2007.
During the past year Liran participated in six tournaments worldwide, improving his world ranking from 26 to 15. He also secured his place at the next Paralympic Games in Beijing, where he looks forward to competing for a gold medal.
- Israeli Olympic Team — Sunrider is the exclusive food supplement company sponsoring the Israeli Olympic Team for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Sunrider will provide the Israeli Olympic athletes with the best food supplements, vitamins, and minerals in the world as they pursue their gold medal aspirations.
10/11/06 ARTS & CULTURE
The Chen Art Gallery, one of the finest collections of Chinese art and antiques, is the culmination of Dr. Chen's passion for sharing the rich beauty and history of his Chinese heritage. Dr. Chen and Sunrider deeply appreciate the nurturing influence that arts and culture have on society and seek to foster their growth through the support of many inspiring, enriching, and community-unifying programs.
Sunrider Corporate Office- Palos Verdes Regional Orchestra —
Sunrider and Drs. Chen have contributed $73,000 to this community orchestra sponsored by the Palos Verdes Stake of The Church of Latter-Day Saints. Founded in 1998, the orchestra’s reputation has grown over time and now performs three or four concerts per year that are open to the public free of charge. It is comprised of a culturally and religiously diverse group of musicians living throughout Southern California. The goal of the orchestra is to provide a place where people of all ages, nationalities, and religions can come together to create beautiful music for the community. Sunrider, which has also hosted several concerts at its headquarters, is proud to assist the orchestra achieve its goal.
- Chen Art Gallery —
This free, non-profit art gallery is located inside the Sunrider International World Headquarters and features historical Chinese artifacts from the Neolithic Era to the Qing Dynasty. www.chenartgallery.org
- Chinese American Museum —
Sunrider supports this non-profit museum that aims to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of America's diverse heritage by researching, preserving, and sharing the history, rich cultural legacy, and continuing contributions of Chinese Americans. www.camla.org
- Los Angeles Philharmonic Association —
Sunrider supports this association that is hailed as Southern California's leading performing arts institution, and has participated in their annual benefit ball. www.laphil.org
- Torrance Cultural Arts Center —
Sunrider supports this Center that strengthens the community of Torrance by serving as a unique campus of culture, the arts, and arts education. www.tcac.torrnet.com
Sunrider China- Lin Zexu Foundation — Sunrider donated RMB 250,000 (US$31,010) to this Foundation for renovation of the Lin Zexu Museum. Remembered for his patriotic actions during the Opium War, Lin Zexu was a Ching Dynasty government official who fought to suppress the illicit drug trafficking of foreign nations.
3/28/08 COMMUNITY & ENVIRONMENT
It has been a Sunrider tradition for Distributors and staff alike to support charitable activities in the areas in which they live. Through a blend of monetary aid and hands-on volunteer assistance, Sunriders around the world have played an active role in making their communities a cleaner, healthier, and happier place to live for present and future generations.
Sunrider Corporate Office- Dragon Circle Chinese New Year Celebration —
This annual cultural and business celebration is organized by the Cultural Involvement Task Force (CITF), a committee of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. The goal of the CITF is “to celebrate the diversity of our business community, and create opportunities for involvement together.”
The 12th Annual Dragon Circle Chinese New Year Celebration was held on February 4, 2008 at Sunrider World Headquarters. The celebration featured various student performers and was attended by nearly 200 local business and community leaders along with various City and State elected officials. Sunrider, which has been a sponsor of this event since its inception, received a Golden Sponsor Award in recognition of its support.
- The Torrance Turkey Trot —
Sunrider has financially supported this community event, officially known as the “Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Thanksgiving Day 3-Mile Fun Run,” since 2006. The event, which also features a canned food drive, is organized by the City of Torrance and attracts thousands of participants each year. In 2007 Sunrider was once again a proud sponsor, with Sunrider staff also manning a booth to introduce attendees to the “Health and Wealth” of the Sunrider opportunity.
Proceeds from this event are used to offset the costs of running after-school and club programs at 14 of the Torrance Unified schools. These programs provide quality after-care for the youth of our community, including leisure activities, academic tutoring, socialization skills, and self-discovery opportunities. Additional information about this event is available at:
www.torrnet.com/Parks/7654.htm
- Asian Youth Center —
Sunrider supports this non-profit community center located in Los Angeles County that serves the social needs of youths and families with a focus on Asian immigrants. www.asianyouthcenter.org
- US$1,000,000 Pledge to UNICEF —
Sunrider has committed to donate US$200,000, with an eventual target amount of US$1 million over the next four years, to the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund). The opening ceremony for this charity collaboration will take place at the Sunworld Dynasty Hotel in China in June 2007. The sponsorship, with the initial US$200,000 donation, kicks off with a check presentation ceremony held at the AsiaWorld-Expo in July 2007, during the Sunrider International Grand Convention.
Founded in 1986, the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF’s work includes organizing fundraising and advocacy programs to finance and assist UNICEF. UNICEF is the world’s leading United Nations organization working specifically to improve the lives of children worldwide. Sunrider is proud to partner with the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF and assist in helping to reduce poverty and provide support for children in the areas of hygiene, health, education, immunization, and childcare.
www.unicef.org.hk
- Gang Alternatives Program (GAP) —
Founded in 1986, the mission of this nonprofit organization is to “eliminate the base of gang membership by having a generation of young people say ‘No’ to gang membership and ‘Yes’ to positive lifestyle changes.” GAP serves students, parents, and the community through services that include gang prevention, a court-approved parent education program, an extensive graffiti abatement program, community cleanup, job training, and outreach and referral services.
In 2007, Sunrider received a Certificate of Appreciation from GAP in gratitude of Sunrider’s contribution to the 5th Annual “Bridging the GAP” Dinner and Fundraiser, which was held on March 31, 2007 at Sunrider World Headquarters. The event raised over $90,000 for GAP. Sunrider previously received a Certificate of Appreciation in 2006 that recognized its support in helping GAP to continue to provide services and expand programs. www.gangfree.org
- Torrance South Bay YMCA —
For the last several years Sunrider has supported this non-profit family center that strengthens and enriches the community in a variety of ways. www.ymcala.org
Sunrider China- China Foundation for Justice and Courage —
Sunrider has been a long-time supporter of this Foundation that seeks to promote social consciousness by giving recognition and financial assistance to citizens and military personnel who make heroic sacrifices for others. Past contributions from Sunrider include:
May 2007– RMB 100,000 (US$13,000)
November 2005 – RMB 3,070,000 (US$380,840) (Sunrider was the sole sponsor of the Foundation's fund-raising concert in Beijing)
July 2005 – RMB 50,000 (US$6,200)
July 2002 – RMB 300,000 (US$37,210)
September 1997 – RMB 3,000,000 (US$372,110)
- Martyr Foundation of Henan Provincial Public Security Department —
Sunrider donated RMB 100,000 (about US$12,715) in 2006 to this nonprofit community organization that was established to take care of families of police officers who lose their lives during active duty and while protecting the safety of the public. The Foundation is responsible for raising money and managing investment funds to help ensure that these families of police martyrs are well provided for.
- Panda Adoption — Expressing their love of animals and concern for the environment, the Chens have adopted a pair of pandas in China for two consecutive years. The first pair was adopted in June 2005 at the Wolong Nature Reserve, and in June 2006, two more pandas were adopted at the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. The annual cost for caring for each panda is RMB50,000(US$6,272), and the Chens donated RMB100,000 (US$12,543) to each of the organizations at the respective adoption ceremonies. The adoptions symbolize Sunrider's goal of bringing peace and happiness to people around the world.
- Public Security Systems — Sunrider donated 50,000 shaker bottles valued at RMB 2,500,000 (US$310,090) to the Public Security Systems in Beijing and Tianjin in May 2001.
Sunrider Hong Kong- New Territories Walk for Millions —
On November 5, 2006, nearly 500 Hong Kong Distributors participated in this “walk for charity” event organized by the non-profit Hong Kong Community Chest, and held at Deep Bay Link, Hong Kong. The Sunriders raised over HK$100,000 (about US$12,800) for the “Children and Youth Services” program, which benefits disadvantaged youth. Sunrider Hong Kong received an award from the Community Chest for being among the top four fundraisers for the event in 2006/2007. Sunrider Hong Kong and its Distributors have supported the Walk for Millions since the 1990s, through donations and participation.
- Community Chest —
Over the years, Sunrider has participated in charitable events organized by the Hong Kong-based Community Chest, raising over a half-million dollars to benefit society. Established in 1968, the Community Chest is a non-profit organization that raises funds for social welfare agencies to address the needs of the many disadvantaged and less fortunate in the community. www.commchest.org
- Yan Chai Hospital Volunteer Work — Committed to the slogan, "Share your love and prosperity," Sunrider Distributors visit homes for the elderly at the Yan Chai Hospital to provide love, happiness, and care.
Sunrider Taiwan- Smart & Clean Voluntary Beach Cleaning Campaign — Sunrider was invited by the Taiwan Direct Selling Association to participate in this beach-cleaning event held in Jinshan Seaside Park, Taipei, on September 10, 2004. Over 180 Sunrider Distributors volunteered to be part of this campaign devoted to helping keep the beaches in northern Taiwan beautiful.
05/20/08 DISASTER RELIEF
Sunrider has helped relieve the suffering caused by disasters and continues to play an active role in providing humanitarian aid to those in need.
Sunrider China- Aid for Sichuan Province Earthquake Victims — Sunrider, its employees, and store owners have committed over 1 million RMB (about US$143,000) to the relief efforts for the victims of the devastating earthquake that hit the Sichuan Province in China on May 12, 2008. Tens of thousands of people have already died and the whole nation is suffering in the aftermath of the 7.9 magnitude earthquake.
Sunrider will also match the donations of its store owners to encourage more giving. In addition, Sunrider will be donating many of its food and beverages, nutritional supplements, shampoos, conditioners, soaps, bottles, Sunbreeze® Oil, and hand cleansing gels to people in need.
- Aid for Hunan Flood — Sunrider donated 37,000 articles of clothing and other materials valued at US$1,100,000 to assist the victims of the 1997 Hunan flood.
- Aid for Yunnan Province Earthquake — To help the 1996 earthquake victims in Yunnan Province, Sunrider donated much-needed food items valued at RMB 7,280,000 (US$902,975).
- Disaster Relief in Guangdong — Sunrider donated RMB 1,100,000 (US$136,440) to Disaster Relief in Guangdong in 1995.
Sunrider Indonesia- Tsunami Relief — Sunrider donated Rp 10,000,000 (US$1,000) to aid the tsunami victims in Aceh in 2005.
09/10/07 EDUCATION
Sunrider has always believed in the importance of education and supports many programs that enable students to develop to their full potential. Sunrider understands that the opportunity for success and a better life is increased through learning.
Sunrider Corporate Office- Cabrillo Marine Aquarium —
Sunrider has supported this local non-profit aquarium enjoyed by several hundred thousand students annually, serving as a corporate sponsor for its educational programs for more than a decade. www.cabrilloaq.org
- Sunrider Scholarship Fund for Underprivileged Children —
On May 18, 2007, Dr. Chen, on behalf of Sunrider International, presented a check for 200,000 RMB (about US$26,000) to the Chongqing Charity Foundation for the establishment of the Sunrider Scholarship Fund for Underprivileged Children. The purpose of this scholarship fund is to help children who are unable to attend school due to financial hardship return to school to complete their education.
- Donation to Kaohsiung Medical University —
Drs. Chen donated NT$11,501,668 (about US$350,000) in 2006 to their alma mater, Kaohsiung Medical University. The Taiwan Ministry of Education and Kaohsiung Medical University each awarded the Chens with a plaque in appreciation of this monetary gift, which will be used to fund teaching and research. Located in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Republic of China, this private university is considered to be the best research and education institution in the Kaohsiung area.
- Business for a Day Program —
Since 1995, Sunrider has been a sponsor and host of this annual event that is organized by the Torrance Chamber of Commerce and the Torrance Unified School District. This program allows students from various Torrance high schools the opportunity to visit local companies to learn about various occupations and to get a glimpse of a real work environment. This experience aims to help students make more informed decisions about their educational and career goals.
- Foundation for International Law & Management —
Sunrider donated $4,000 to this foundation in December 2005. The donation helped publish an edition of the International Law & Management Review, which is an interdisciplinary journal, operated by law and management students at Brigham Young University. This journal solicits, edits, and publishes articles dealing with current issues in the fields of international law and management, providing practical insights and solutions to complex issues in these fields. Through Sunrider’s donation, a record number of journals were published in 2006, and the donation also helped fund a student writing competition and other student-related events. www.ilmreview.org
- Fundraising for the BYU Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center — As members of the President's Leadership Council of Brigham Young University, Drs. Chen contributed to the fundraising for the Gordon B. Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center, scheduled for completion in the fall of 2007. Because of their leadership and financial support, the Chens were invited to participate in the groundbreaking ceremony with BYU President Hinckley. The $35 million, 80,000 sq. ft. building will serve as the gateway to the university.
- Adopt A School — Sunrider "adopted" Torrance High School several years ago and provides volunteer-based scholarships and supports various student programs, including Earth Day campus cleanup, internships, hosted concerts, student facility tours, use of SR facilities for teacher training seminars, equipment donations, and career counseling.
- L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run —
Sunrider has served for many years as a main sponsor for this 5k/10k race held annually in downtown Los Angeles. Event proceeds benefit local elementary schools, literacy programs, and community groups. www.firecracker10k.org
- Pediatric Therapy Network —
Sunrider supports this local non-profit clinic that serves children with learning challenges and disabilities by providing donations and supporting youth summer camp and various other educational programs. www.pediatrictherapy.com
- South Bay Chinese School —
Sunrider supports this non-profit school whose goals are to: (1) provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for students to learn Chinese; (2) instill an awareness of the Chinese heritage; (3) create programs to build bridges of understanding with people of all cultures. www.southbaychineseschool.org
- Southern California Regional Occupational Center (SCROC) —
Sunrider has donated both used business equipment for student classes and funds to this local non-profit vocational training center. www.scroc.com
- Switzer Center —
For more than a decade, by providing scholarships and internships, Sunrider has supported this local non-profit school and clinic that serves students with learning disabilities. www.switzercenter.org
- Tech Trek —
Sunrider supports and provides a program scholarship for the American Association of University Women. This Association sends middle school female students to science camp each summer. www.nccn.net/aauw
- Torrance Education Foundation — This educational organization provides financial support to fund valuable programs at Torrance schools. Sunrider has contributed to the foundation and supported its programs for the last several years.
Sunrider China- Book Donation for School Children — After learning that the students of Hangzhou Pearl Primary School could not afford books but were eager to learn, Sunrider China’s Zhejiang branch office donated books to the students in February 2007. Just before returning home for the Chinese New Year holidays, each student received at least one book from Sunrider, with subject matter ranging from classics in children’s literature to encyclopedias for children. This charitable event was widely covered by local and national media, including print, radio, and TV.
- Educational Support for Film & Video — Sunrider supported the film and video educational activities for primary and secondary schools in China by donating 10,000 shaker bottles valued at RMB 430,000 (US$53,335) in May 2001.
- China Youth Development Foundation — Sunrider donated 50,000 shaker bottles valued at RMB 2,500,000 (US$310,090) to this foundation in May 2001.
05/06/08 HEALTH
Living a healthy life is one aspect of living a successful life. Sunrider is not only dedicated to providing the most nutritious products for you and your family, but also dedicated to supporting programs that aim to make a healthier and more fulfilling future for all.
Sunrider Corporate Office- American Cancer Society “Relay For Life” —
Sunrider has been a Silver Sponsor of this annual overnight fundraiser since 2004. At events in 4,800 communities nationwide, teams of families, friends, and coworkers join together “to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember those lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much.” In addition to participating in the Torrance-held Relay For Life each year, Sunrider and its employees have been supporting the event with funding and Sunrider product donations. http://www.relayforlife.org/relay/
- AIDS Walk Los Angles — Sunrider was recognized as the Award Tent Sponsor of this event for its donation of $10,000 benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), one of the largest nonprofit AIDS service organizations in the United States. This year’s AIDS Walk Los Angeles was held in West Hollywood, California on October 21, 2007. This annual 10 kilometer fundraising walkathon supports programs and services provided by APLA and other AIDS service organizations across Los Angeles County. Sunrider also donated 3,000 sample tubes of Oi-Lin® Hand & Body Lotion Sunscreen SPF 25, which were handed out to participants. For more information about AIDS Walk Los Angeles, click here.
- UNICEF Charity Run Sponsorship —
The Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF has recognized Sunrider International as a Gold Sponsor of the 2007 UNICEF Charity Run in appreciation of its support. The event, which takes place December 2, 2007 at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Sunny Bay, aims to spread awareness and raise funds to help children in the fight against AIDS. All proceeds will go towards supporting the programs of UNICEF’s “Unite for Children, Unite against AIDS” global campaign.
Sunrider international has donated US$200,000, with an eventual target amount of US$1 million, to the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF, whose major works include organizing fundraising and advocacy programs directed at financing and assisting UNICEF projects benefiting the lives of children worldwide.
- Donation to Deseret International Foundation —
In January 2007, Sunrider International donated $10,000 to Deseret International Foundation (DIF), a nonprofit organization that Sunrider has been a supporter of for several years. Established in 1988 by Dr. William Jackson, DIF is devoted to providing medical care and equipment to those in need around the world. The goals of the DIF are to:
- Assist physicians in partner countries to establish ongoing programs for the surgical aid of specific medical problems, particularly among children.
- Achieve a minimal overhead goal of less than 2%.
- Develop ongoing medical programs in partner countries.
- Promote volunteerism inside and outside the medical community to achieve these goals.
Everyone at DIF is a volunteer, including the dedicated physicians who travel at their own expense to many parts of the world. Almost all contributions go directly to medical services for disadvantaged people in developing countries, with over 16,000 surgeries performed each year.
The monetary gift from Sunrider is planned to be allocated for medical care and equipment in the following ways:
Delhi, India: $2,500
- This amount will run DIF eye cataract clinics and surgeries for an entire month. The clinics average 3,000 patients screened and 50–60 surgeries performed each month.
Bandung, Indonesia: $2,500
- DIF is outfitting the charity wing of a new eye hospital in Bandung, the nation’s eye care center. This amount will cover the cost of two operating room tables and an anesthesia machine used for cataract surgeries in two operating rooms.
Manila/Cebu/Davao, the Philippines: $5,000
- This amount will meet DIF budget needs for two weeks for clinics that provide medical services for eye care, cleft lips and palates, club feet, and loss of leg below the knee.
Sunrider is proud to support Deseret International Foundation in its mission to provide “the needy and disabled with surgical aid to help them walk, see, and live quality lives." www.deseret-international.org
- Donation for Cancer Support Groups —
Sunrider International donated 10,000 copies of the book Breast Cancer: Real Questions, Real Answers, by David Chan, MD, to various hospitals and breast cancer support groups throughout the U.S., including the Wellness Community (www.thewellnesscommunity.com). The book is an outgrowth of Dr. Chan's more than 20 years of oncology practice and includes detailed descriptions of breast cancer therapies, as well as strategies for integrating treatments in specific breast cancer situations. Sunrider is proud to support Dr. Chan's efforts to better inform the public about breast cancer, and provide additional health resources to those in need.
- American Red Cross —
Sunrider has hosted several blood drives at our offices in support of this vital organization that helps assure there is always enough blood for the sick and injured. www.acrossla.org
Sunrider China- Sunrider Sole Sponsor of the Establishment of the Specialty Committee on Sub-health under the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies — The First World Congress on Sub-health and the Establishment of the Specialty Committee on Sub-health under the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies (WFCMS) was held on January 14, 2006 at the People’s Hall in Beijing, China. As an influential globalization proponent of the use of Chinese herbs, Dr. Tei-Fu Chen was elected to serve as the first Vice Chairman of the Specialty Committee on Sub-health under WFCMS. As the newly elected Vice Chairman, Dr. Chen had the honor of serving as the keynote speaker, and Sunrider was awarded a commemorative trophy for being the sole sponsor of the establishment of the Specialty Committee on Sub-health. Sunrider's products were also officially endorsed by the Specialty Committee in recognition of their superior quality.
Sunrider Korea- Make-A-Wish Korea —
On September 20, 2007, Dr. Tei-Fu Chen presented a check for US$50,000 to “Make-A-Wish Korea” during a donation ceremony held at the Sunrider Korea headquarters. Make-A-Wish has a mission of “creating hope and happiness for children with life-threatening illnesses around the world.” The foundation has become the largest wish-granting organization in the world and can be found in more than 30 countries on five continents.
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