WatchProSite Charity GTG for Typhoon Haiyan
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WatchProSite Charity GTG for Typhoon Haiyan

By mell0822 · Nov 15, 2013 · 22 replies
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Melvin (mell0822) organized a spontaneous WatchProSite GTG with a charitable purpose, raising funds for victims of Super Typhoon Haiyan. This post highlights how the watch collecting community can unite for meaningful causes, demonstrating that shared passions extend beyond horology to humanitarian efforts. The event, hosted by the A. Lange & Söhne boutique, showcased the community's generosity and the brand's support.

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My heart goes out to the people suffering from the effects of Super Typhoon Haiyan. In particular, on Wed the local news reported that young children whom lost their parents & left alone to fend for themselves under such difficult environment. It was heart wrenching & decided to do something. I hastily arranged for a GTG for last evening, where participants, including myself, need to contribute a small sum of money, which was to be pooled to be given the local Red Cross Fund for the Haiyan victims.

Getting participants wasn't difficult, but the venue was another matter. Within the same hour, contacted the local Lange boutique manager, Keith, whom readily agreed to host the GTG, even though it meant changing of his own shift yesterday to host us.

So all were set. Below are a few photos. Thank you to Keith & his team of Lange boutique staff whom graciously hosted us. Of cos, to the participants, including those whom made contribution even though they couldn't attend due to the very short notice. The amount collected might not meant very much, but it did make watch collecting even more meaningful to us smile

Melvin


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glorygunners
Nov 15, 2013
looks like a fun event...

but the purpose of the event is even more noble. splendid! Wish I was there to join in... Cheers, GG

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Spellbound
Nov 15, 2013
What a great idea

Good on you. Perhaps all PuristS could do something on a permanent, but voluntary basis. Every time any one of us buys a new watch, to just set aside a set amount, let's say £ 5.00 for a set charity. Just an idea. Dean

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MattS
Nov 15, 2013
well done! Matt [nt]

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AbuLayan
Nov 15, 2013
Great shots .....

Looks nice event too. Thanks for sharing.

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amanico
Nov 15, 2013
Well, very well done, Melvin. This is such an indesriptible horror!

My heart and my thoughts to all who suffered from the Typhoon. Best, and thanks for reminding us that watchcollectors ALSO have a heart. Nicolas

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mell0822
Nov 16, 2013
Thank you all, for the comments

The success of the small "charity" GTG was due to the combined effort of many, from Lange boutique to the participants. I'm only a facilitator. Melvin

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