Contributions for Waqaf Felda stands at RM25.63 mln - Idris
11 Oct 2022 08:25pm
Idris Jusoh speaking and chairing the 1st Annual General Meeting of Waqaf Felda 2022 at Menara Felda today. - Bernama Photo
The Waqaf programme intiated by Felda and established on Nov 12, last year held its first Annual General Meeting where the announcement was made by its chairman Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh who is also the Felda chairman.
Idris said from the total amount, RM7.03 million was received through contributions from settlers, staff and a number of agencies.
"Waqaf Felda had targetted contributions of RM100 million... however, by the grace of god, we managed to receive RM25.63 million,” he said in his speech at the Waqaf Felda AGM today.
He added that apart from settlers, members, staff and agencies, contributions came from Felda (RM10 million), FGV Holdings Bhd (FGV) RM5 million and Koperasi Permodalan FELDA Malaysia Bhd (RM1 million).
Idris in his speech suggested that 3 per cent FROM the revenue of related agencies be contributed to the Waqaf Felda programme.
"The contributions will benefit in a number of ways, including assisting the welfare of the Felda community as well as stimulate the economy,” he said.
He added that Waqaf Felda maintains its target of RM100 million from contributions with RM50 million coming from the Felda family. - BERNAMA
