A former member of the popular girl group COLLAR, So Ching (Su Zhiqing), has used residual fan fundraising capital to donate $\mathbf{\$12,000}$ (USD equivalent approximated) toward relief efforts following a recent massive fire in Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court. The donation, made on Monday through an Instagram story update, was directed to the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals’ dedicated fund for those affected by the Category 5 blaze, demonstrating the former entertainer’s ongoing commitment to community support, even as she manages deeply personal challenges related to her partner’s recovery.
So Ching, who left the Cantopop group two years ago to return to her roots as a dance instructor, announced that the funds were channeled from remaining resources initially collected for fan support activities. The gesture was made collectively under the names of both So Ching and her fan club, aiming to provide practical assistance to the victims of the tragedy.
Beyond her philanthropic initiative, So Ching also provided a rare update on the condition of her partner, dancer and performer Mo Li Kai-yin (better known as Ah Mo). Li sustained severe injuries in a high-profile stage accident nearly three years ago and has been undergoing continuous, intensive treatment.
The update was shared by reposting the 171st pastoral prayer letter written by Ah Mo’s father, Reverend Li Sheng-lin. The letter painted a poignant picture of the family’s journey, noting that Ah Mo has been paralyzed for nearly three years and five months. Reverend Li described the immense burden carried by Ah Mo’s parents, whose daily caregiving tasks effectively involve supporting the weight of three lives, emphasizing the silent, steady aging that accompanies relentless care.
However, the pastoral message highlighted significant progress in Ah Mo’s physical rehabilitation, underscoring his enduring spirit. Despite the quiet flow of time, the letter observed that the light in Ah Mo’s eyes has not diminished. While his routine still involves frequent movement between hospital rooms and therapy sessions, recent improvements have been transformative.
A key milestone noted in the update is Ah Mo’s newfound ability to independently operate an electric wheelchair twice weekly, accompanied by supervision. While seemingly simple, the move represents substantial accumulated courage and the successful result of rigorous, persistent practice.
Even more remarkably, Ah Mo has begun taking calculated steps outside the confines of the hospital. The update revealed that about once a month, Ah Mo is now able to venture beyond the hospital gates to a nearby commercial area. Reverend Li characterized these outings not merely as opportunities for a change of scenery but as “a gentle yet firm reunion with the world.”
So Ching continues to balance her professional endeavors—frequently sharing dance videos online—with the sustained emotional and practical support of Ah Mo. Her recent actions underscore how public figures, even those transitioning into new careers, can leverage their platform and community backing to directly assist those in need, simultaneously offering glimmers of hope through profoundly personal stories of resilience and recovery.
