Carousell Marks Success Of #MYLOCALWIRA Campaign Via Family Day Together With Parents Without Partners

Carousell, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing mobile classified marketplaces, celebrated the success of its #MYLocalWira pro-social campaign with a Family Day party held in conjunction with Malaysia Day.

A total of RM8, 000 was raised for the campaign’s beneficiary, Parents Without Partners (PWP), a charitable organisation established to help single parents in need, through the sales of preloved items on Carousell donated by notable Malaysian personalities. They were squash legend Datuk Nicol David, Malaysia’s first female ONE Championship mixed martial arts (MMA) athlete and Global Citizen Ambassador Ann Osman, international model and renowned fashion and beauty entrepreneur Amber Chia, professional motorsport athlete and Malaysia's "Drift Queen” Leona Chin, world-class diver Leong Mun Yee, national gymnast Farah Ann and three times national Olympic track cyclist Josiah Ng. The latest to team up with Carousell was Malaysia’s badminton hero, Datuk Wira Lee Chong Wei, who offered his personal badminton racket that came with an autographed sleeve to the campaign.

“Carousell believes in the importance of giving back, and we strive to be an active participant in building a supportive community not just among Carousell members but among all Malaysians. Ours is a platform that cares, and we hope this Family Day celebration brings families and communities closer together,” said Mr Tang Siew Wai, Country Head, Carousell Malaysia.

The party was a fun-filled experience for PWP members and their children, with lightsaber training led by the Star Wars Malaysia Fan Club, a magic show and balloon sculptures by Uncle Charlie, the clown, and activities like a storytelling session by the KL Book Appreciation Club and sand art, with ice-cold treats from Inside Scoop. Present in support of this event were #MYLocalWira advocates Farah Ann and Josiah Ng.

“We are very appreciative of the support we have received from Carousell – it’s a really good online marketplace for Malaysians to sell and buy at reasonable prices, which is very helpful for those who are on a budget. We also thank all the people who bid on the items,” said Mr Adrian Ong, Director and Operations Manager, Parents Without Partners.

“The daily demands of raising a family are tough, especially for single parents and these funds will go a long way towards daily necessities such as rent, groceries and school supplies for the children.”

PWP raises funds primarily through the sale of preloved items at their thrift store, Jumble Station. Today, Malaysians can also contribute to this charitable organisation by purchasing the items on Carousell (pwpofficial).