Four Seasons raises RM102,000 for Cancer Research Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, 21 AUGUST 2026 —

Four Seasons’ RM102,000 Donation Boosts Cancer Research Efforts in Malaysia

The symbolic cheque was presented at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, attended by Nelson Hilton, Regional Commercial Director of Four Seasons; Tobias Emmer, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Langkawi; Simon Barnett, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur; and Dato Rosemarie Wee, Director of Community Relations at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur.

Andy Khoo, CEO of CRMY, received the donation, which will support the organisation’s research, prevention and treatment initiatives across Malaysia.

The fundraising drive began in May, when Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur hosted its Terry Fox Fun Run, drawing over 2,000 participants—the largest turnout since the hotel first organised the event four years ago. The momentum continued in June, when Four Seasons Resort Langkawi held its third Terry Fox Fun Run, attracting more than 350 participants from Langkawi and beyond.

The Terry Fox Fun Run is a global movement inspired by Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete who embarked on a cross-country run in 1980 to raise awareness and funds for cancer research despite losing a leg to the disease. Four Seasons Founder Isadore Sharp helped organise the first Terry Fox Run in 1981, and the initiative has since grown into a worldwide effort involving thousands of runs annually.

CRMY CEO Andy Khoo expressed gratitude for the continued support, stating, “We are deeply grateful to Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur and Four Seasons Resort Langkawi for their unwavering commitment to supporting cancer research in Malaysia. The RM102,000 raised this year is a testament to what can be achieved when communities unite behind a shared cause.”

Simon Barnett, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, highlighted the event’s ability to foster community engagement, saying, “The Terry Fox Run brings people together in a meaningful way, and it’s inspiring to see that support translated into tangible help for cancer research in Malaysia.” Tobias Emmer, General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, echoed this sentiment, emphasising the privilege of contributing to a movement that has inspired generations.

The RM102,000 donation will fund CRMY’s ongoing efforts to improve cancer outcomes for Malaysians, including research into prevention, early detection and treatment. CRMY’s work is critical in a country where cancer remains a leading cause of death, with an estimated 48,000 new cases reported annually, according to the Malaysia National Cancer Registry Report 2020.

The partnership between Four Seasons and CRMY underscores the role of corporate social responsibility in advancing public health initiatives. By leveraging their global brand and local influence, Four Seasons has helped amplify the impact of Terry Fox’s legacy in Malaysia, where cancer research remains underfunded relative to its disease burden.

CRMY has also acknowledged the contributions of sponsors, partners and participants who made the Terry Fox Fun Runs possible. The organisation extended its appreciation to Four Seasons’ teams, volunteers and the broader community for their role in sustaining the fundraising efforts.

Looking ahead, CRMY aims to build on this momentum by expanding its research programmes and strengthening collaborations with healthcare institutions and policymakers. The RM102,000 donation will provide a boost to these efforts, but CRMY emphasised that sustained funding and public support are essential to drive long-term progress in the fight against cancer.

For Four Seasons, the annual Terry Fox Fun Run has become a cornerstone of its community engagement strategy, reinforcing its commitment to social impact alongside its hospitality operations. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader sustainability goals, which include supporting health and wellness initiatives globally.

As Malaysia continues to grapple with rising cancer cases, partnerships like this one highlight the power of collective action in addressing public health challenges. With RM102,000 in new funding, CRMY is better positioned to advance its mission, but the organisation stressed that continued support from the public and private sectors will be in turning research breakthroughs into real-world solutions.

For now, the success of this year’s Terry Fox Fun Runs serves as a reminder that progress against cancer is possible when communities come together—one step, one donation, and one act of generosity at a time.

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