Blessing in every swing

The 17^th edition of Swing for the Kids recently concluded after bringing together 243 golfers and raising approximately $92,000 to fund scholarships for disadvantaged students across Vietnam.

Over the course of 17 seasons, the organising committee has raised more than $880,000 (excluding this year's contributions) to award thousands of scholarships to underprivileged students. In addition, the funds have supported the renovation of educational facilities across 40 cities and provinces nationwide.

As a Silver Sponsor, VINAMIKA Vietnam Co., Ltd. marked its second year of collaboration with enthusiasm. As the director of VINAMIKA Vietnam and owner of the CERA Uniform brand, Khoa shared her thoughts with VIR following the conclusion of the 2024 tournament.

What brought CERA Uniform to the Swing for the Kids charity golf tournament?

This is the second year that CERA Uniform has proudly supported Swing for the Kids, approaching it with enthusiasm and great joy.

As someone with a deep passion for golf, I was already familiar with the tournament and its meaningful humanitarian mission. I hold it in high regard and consider it a true blessing to have discovered both the event and its organisers.

Since knowing about this remarkable initiative, we have participated as a Silver Sponsor, and this year marks our second consecutive year of involvement.

What inspired CERA Uniform to continue supporting Swing for the Kids?

During our first year of participation, I had the privilege of experiencing the event first hand, observing the golfers' enthusiasm and the organisers' professionalism, both of which left a lasting impression on me.

Moreover, being directly involved in awarding scholarships deepened my belief in the tournament's mission, inspiring us to continue our support this year. I am confident that our partnership with the tournament will grow stronger, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration.

Nguyen Thi Minh Khoa, director of VINAMIKA Vietnam Co., Ltd. Photo: Dung Minh

Despite current economic challenges, CERA Uniform remains committed as a Silver Sponsor, driven by a shared desire to give back and help ease the burdens faced by disadvantaged students across the country.

Our hope is to overcome these challenges, allowing us to contribute at an even higher sponsorship level in the future. This ambition isn’t just mine; it reflects the collective spirit and determination of the entire CERA Uniform team.

What are your thoughts on the tournament’s organisation and its charitable activities?

I would describe the event organisation and charitable activities in two words; professional and heartfelt.

The committee demonstrates professionalism in everything – from communication to event management, as well as transparency in scholarship distribution – thereby building trust with participating businesses over the years. The scholarships are distributed continuously and widely across provinces and cities nationwide. I feel assured that our contributions are going to the right places, which is something truly valuable and worth cherishing.

Is philanthropy and humanitarian work one of CERA Uniform's priorities?

At both a personal level and as a company, charity and humanitarian work are top priorities for me and everyone at CERA Uniform. Our employees, no matter how busy their schedules or demanding their family commitments are, always respond enthusiastically to charitable initiatives, a quality I am immensely proud of.

For instance, during scholarship distribution trips to remote areas in partnership with VIR, even staff members with young children made the time to participate wholeheartedly. After each trip, they return with uplifting experiences and an even stronger desire to continue these efforts.

While VINAMIKA Vietnam operates across several sectors, our primary focus is providing high-quality uniforms to large businesses. We are also deeply engaged in sports-related events, including golf and running tournaments, which we support with great passion and enthusiasm.

Through events like these, I hope to spread the spirit of generosity and connection, inspiring more people to join forces in creating meaningful, compassionate contributions that leave a lasting impact.

Hundreds gather at 2024 Swing for the Kids charity golf tournament In its 17th iteration, the Swing for the Kids 2024 charity golf tournament drew hundreds of golfers, who engaged in the competition and lent their support to underprivileged students.

Swing for the Kids charity golf tournament kicks off The 17th edition of the Swing for the Kids charity golf tournament teed off on the morning of October 12, with nearly 300 golfers participating.

Swing for the Kids golf charity raises much-needed funds for students The 17th edition of the Swing for the Kids charity golf tournament concluded with remarkable success, raising an estimated $92,000.