MR DIY announced the completion of a two-year contribution worth RM408,288 under its #DIY4ZooNegara initiative.
The initiative included funds for the adoption of the three animals from Zoo Negara, i.e. a tiger and two giraffes.
The funds, disbursed over 2021-2022, also went towards improving and upkeeping zoo facilities, upgrading the roof and tunnel floors in the tigers’ enclosure, and building gazebos for the use of visitors.
The home improvement retailer also contributed hardware tools, equipment, uniforms, and special edition face masks for the zoo’s 300 employees.
MR D.I.Y. Group chief executive officer Adrian Ong said visiting a zoo can have on people engaged in promoting biodiversity conservation.
“Visits to the zoo help promote an appreciation of our nation’s rich diversity and the importance of a sustainable ecosystem. This #DIY4ZooNegara initiative helped to ensure current and future generations are able to continue enjoying the same experiences,” he said during the handover of the #DIY4ZooNegara contribution.
In April 2021, MR DIY ran a Facebook poll inviting Malaysians to help name the adopted animals by casting votes on their favourite names. Malaysians chose to name the two giraffes Tilly and Gerald, while the male tiger was named Jagoh.
“The adoption of Tilly, Gerald, and Jagoh, along with the contribution of equipment, tools, uniforms and face masks, have helped ensure Zoo Negara remains a happy place for visitors and employees alike.
“We also hope this will inspire more corporates to find ways of adding value to our country’s many iconic attractions,” added Ong.
