HOU GU, through the Together in Charity Gala Dinner 2026, organised by Persatuan Kebajikan Hou Gu Negeri Sabah, has been officially recognised by ASEAN Records for a Tai Chi fan performance featuring 108 participants using 108 UV-fluorescent fans with glow-in-the-dark logos.
HOU GU achieved the official record title:
First and Largest Tai Chi Fan Performance Using UV-Fluorescent Fans with Glow-in-the-Dark Logos at a Charity Gala Dinner
(108 participants, 108 fans).
Uniting 108 dedicated volunteers, the performance blended traditional Tai Chi fan movements with glowing visual effects, celebrating cultural heritage, teamwork and community giving through a shared charitable effort.
108 Volunteers Come Together for a Record Achievement
The Together in Charity Gala Dinner 2026 featured a coordinated Tai Chi fan performance with 108 participants, each holding a specially designed fan.
Combining UV-fluorescent elements and glow-in-the-dark logos, the 108 fans created a vivid visual spectacle as volunteers moved in unison, drawing on traditional Tai Chi fan techniques.
Nearly six months of planning and rehearsals went into the performance, demonstrating the volunteers’ dedication, discipline and teamwork.
The participants represented diverse age groups and professions, with some families attending rehearsals together. Their collective commitment made the performance a meaningful celebration of unity and community spirit.
Blending Cultural Tradition with Visual Creativity
Tai Chi fan performances bring together traditional Chinese martial arts, rhythmic movements and synchronised choreography.
In this record-setting performance, UV-fluorescent fans featuring glow-in-the-dark logos added a modern visual element to the traditional art form.
Moving in unison, 108 performers presented a celebration of cultural heritage that reflected the volunteers’ creativity and dedication.
By including the performance in a charity gala dinner, HOU GU showed how cultural expression can unite communities around meaningful social causes.
Bringing Communities Together for Charity
The Together in Charity Gala Dinner 2026, held on 10 October 2026 at Kian Kok Middle School in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, welcomed approximately 750 guests, comprising community representatives, supporters and volunteers.
Alongside the record-setting Tai Chi fan performance, the evening showcased dance, drama, sign language performances, martial arts and traditional 24 Festive Drums, offering a varied programme of cultural and artistic expression.
The gathering demonstrated the association’s dedication to bringing communities together and increasing awareness of charitable efforts that assist individuals and families in need.
Through initiatives spanning food assistance, medical support, education, senior care and cultural activities, Persatuan Kebajikan Hou Gu Negeri Sabah continues to encourage compassion and shared responsibility within the local community.
Celebrating a Significant Achievement
The official presentation of ASEAN Records recognition took place on 10 October 2026 at Kian Kok Middle School in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, during the Together in Charity Gala Dinner 2026.
Kenny Liew, Representative of Persatuan Kebajikan Hou Gu Negeri Sabah, accepted the recognition on stage on behalf of the association, organising committee and 108 volunteers, whose commitment and collaboration made the record-setting performance possible.
Reflections on the Achievement
Speaking about the milestone, Kenny Liew, Representative of Persatuan Kebajikan Hou Gu Negeri Sabah, shared:
“This ASEAN Records recognition honours the commitment and togetherness of our 108 volunteers, whose months of shared effort helped create a meaningful contribution to our community.
We hope this achievement encourages more people to get involved in charitable initiatives and extend support to those who need it. We believe that consistent acts of kindness, however small, can bring lasting positive change to our communities.”
Uniting Communities Through Culture and Kindness
The ASEAN Records recognition celebrates the coming together of 108 volunteers, 108 fluorescent fans and a common charitable goal to achieve a memorable cultural milestone.
Alongside its scale and striking visuals, the performance showcases the value of volunteerism, participation across generations and a shared dedication to community wellbeing.
Through events such as the Together in Charity Gala Dinner, HOU GU continues to show how preserving cultural traditions and supporting charitable causes can strengthen bonds within the community.
About Persatuan Kebajikan Hou Gu Negeri Sabah
Persatuan Kebajikan Hou Gu Negeri Sabah is a charitable organisation based in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, focused on helping individuals and families experiencing hardship.
Through its community brand, My Sun, the association connects neighbours, volunteers and supporters to provide charitable aid and enhance community wellbeing.
Its programmes cover food assistance, medical support, education, senior care and cultural activities, reflecting the belief that regular acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference.
By promoting volunteerism and cooperation within the community, the association works towards a more caring and supportive society.
For more information, visit:
https://www.mysunsabah.com/
