TMU Charity Sale Raises NT$4.48 Million to Support People with Down Syndrome and Disabilities
Taipei Medical University (TMU) held its 11th Spring Charity Fair on March 7, 2025. This annual event brought together university leaders, alumni, and corporate partners to support individuals with Down syndrome and disabilities. The charity sale raised NT$4,479,000, which was fully donated to the Down Syndrome Foundation R.O.C. and First Social Welfare Foundation. The funds will support early intervention, life skills training, occupational development, and long-term care services.
One highlight was the auction of 36 paintings created by students from the two foundations. Thanks to the TMU Biotech EMBA Alumni Association, all artworks were purchased within 72 hours of launch, providing great encouragement to the young artists.
In addition to the art, TMU leaders donated treasured items for the auction, including:
- ● A limited-edition Montblanc pen set donated by Chairman Dr. Ruey-Jen Chen.
● A French countryside painting and rare Burgundy wine from President Dr. Max Wu, recalling his time at INSERM in France.
● Antique Japanese tea cups donated by Vice President Dr. Kuan-Yu Hung.
● A painting by master Hu Yu-chi, donated by Vice President Dr. Shu-Ying Chang.
● A rare Johnnie Walker George V edition whiskey donated by Vice President Dr. Kang-Yuan Lee.
Dean of Sports Dr. Nai-Wen Kan contributed signed boxing gloves from Olympic medalist Huang Hsiao-Wen, Taiwan’s first Olympic boxing medalist. Her donation symbolizes perseverance and compassion.
Other contributions included traditional attire from Paraguay and Eswatini, and a Burmese pagoda embroidery, showcasing international friendship and shared goodwill.
The event concluded with a heartfelt performance by the foundation's students, expressing gratitude to all donors. Additional anonymous donations were made afterward, bringing the total to NT$4,479,000.
President Wu emphasized that TMU not only leads in medical education and research but also strives to make a social impact by spreading love and care. He hopes the funds will provide meaningful support to individuals with Down syndrome and disabilities.