The Ascott Limited Thailand (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment, reaffirmed its #AscottCARES commitment to community development and sustainability with the successful second edition of the Ascott Star Rewards Charity Run 2025. The event, named after Ascott's loyalty programme that rewards guests across its global hospitality portfolio, brought together 1,000 runners, including hotel guests, property associates, business partners and members of the public at Suan Luang Rama IX, Bangkok, on Sunday, 7 September 2025.
The charity run generated THB 280,000 in total donations for the Hand to Hand Foundation, a Pattaya-based organisation that seeks to support children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The amount included THB 100,000 of event proceeds and an additional donation of THB 180,000 from CapitaLand Hope Foundation (CHF), the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group, to amplify the impact of the initiative by extending support to more children in need through scholarships.
The charity run forms part of CapitaLand's #GivingAsOne campaign, a global community initiative that mobilises staff, customers and the public to contribute through volunteerism and meaningful support in areas of education, health, and well-being for children, youth, and seniors. The THB 280,000 contribution will fund Hand to Hand Foundation programmes that provide education, nutrition and welfare support, empowering children with opportunities for brighter futures.
Mr Kanit Sangmookda, Country General Manager for Thailand and Laos, Ascott, said, "We are proud to see the Ascott Star Rewards Charity Run grow into its second successful year. As a hospitality company, we believe in creating meaningful connections and heartfelt experiences - not just for our guests, but for the communities that welcome them. This event embodies the values of Ascott CARES, demonstrating how our industry can serve as a bridge between travellers and local communities to make a positive impact where we live and work. We are honoured to support Hand to Hand Foundation's meaningful mission to create better opportunities for children, and we are grateful to our guests and Ascott Star Rewards members who joined us in this important cause."
Mr Tony Tan, Executive Director of CHF and Chief Corporate Officer, CapitaLand Development, said: "CHF is delighted to partner with Ascott and enhance the community's efforts to empower underprivileged children and youth through education. We are inspired by the strong spirit of collaboration among CapitaLand employees, business partners and customers in uplifting communities to build a brighter future for all."
The Ascott Star Rewards Charity Run 2025 concluded with a strong sense of unity and shared purpose, demonstrating how collective action can drive meaningful community impact. The event's continued success positions it as a cornerstone of Ascott's community engagement in Thailand, inspiring participants to combine personal wellness with social good. With growing participation and community support, the initiative is set to expand its positive impact in the years ahead, reinforcing Ascott's long-term commitment to Thai communities.
Ascott is an Asia-based global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of more than 1,000 properties spanning over 230 cities across more than 40 countries worldwide. With 31 years of presence in Thailand, Ascott operates and has in its development pipeline 31 properties across its distinguished brand portfolio, including Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection and Preference, each offering unique experiences tailored to different travel needs. Ascott Star Rewards is the company's loyalty programme offering exclusive benefits and rewards to guests across its global properties.
About The Ascott Limited
The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is driven by a vision to be the preferred hospitality company, enriching global living with heartfelt experiences. With a portfolio of more than 1,000 properties spanning over 230 cities across more than 40 countries, Ascott's presence spans Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the USA. Its diverse collection of award-winning brands includes Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello.
Ascott specialises in managing and franchising a wide range of lodging options, including serviced residences, hotels, resorts, social living properties and branded residences, catering to the varying needs and preferences of global travellers. Through the Ascott Star Rewards (ASR) loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and curated experiences, enhancing every aspect of their travel journey.
As a wholly owned business unit of CapitaLand Investment Limited, Ascott generates fee-related earnings by leveraging its expertise in both lodging management and investment management. It also drives the expansion of funds under management by growing its sponsored CapitaLand Ascott Trust and private funds.
For more information on Ascott and its sustainability programme, please visit www.discoverasr.com/the-ascott-limited. Alternatively, connect with Ascott on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
About CapitaLand Investment Limited (www.capitalandinvest.com)
Headquartered and listed in Singapore in 2021, CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) is a leading global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold. As at 13 August 2025, CLI had S$117 billion of funds under management held via stakes in seven listed real estate investment trusts and business trusts and a suite of private real asset vehicles that invest in demographics, disruption and digitalisation-themed strategies. Its diversified real asset classes include retail, office, lodging, industrial, logistics, business parks, wellness, self-storage, data centres, private credit and special opportunities.
CLI aims to scale its fund management, lodging management and commercial management businesses globally and maintain effective capital management. As the investment management arm of CapitaLand Group, CLI has access to the development capabilities of and pipeline investment opportunities from CapitaLand Group's development arm. In 2025, CapitaLand Group celebrates 25 years of excellence in real estate and continues to innovate and shape the industry.
As a responsible company, CLI places sustainability at the core of what it does and has committed to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2050. CLI contributes to the environmental and social well-being of the communities where it operates, as it delivers long-term economic value to its stakeholders.
About CapitaLand Hope Foundation (www.capitalandhopefoundation.com)
CapitaLand Hope Foundation, the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group, was established in 2005. The Foundation contributes towards building resilience in communities where CapitaLand operates, through supporting education, health and well-being initiatives, targeting children, youth and seniors. Going beyond donations, the Foundation also advocates volunteerism as an integral part of building a caring and inclusive community.
