STARBUCKS Malaysia marked the finale of its year-long Starbucks Art For Good: The Bearista Art Project, with a celebration of creativity, inclusivity and social impact, pledging RM500,000 for artists involved in the project and for Mercy Malaysia’s Palestine Relief Fund.
The coffee chain will distribute RM250,000 among participating artists in recognition of their talent and contribution. Meanwhile, the remaining RM250,000 will be donated to Mercy Malaysia’s Palestine Relief Fund to support sustainable development projects, including health, water sanitation and hygiene and livelihood programmes for the Palestinian communities in need.
Launched in December 2023 to commemorate Starbucks Malaysia’s 25th anniversary, The Bearista Art Project was an initiative that provided local artists with a platform to showcase their creativity while making a meaningful difference.
Held at Pavilion Bukit Jalil from Feb 22 to 24, the event honoured more than 60 Malaysian artists, including deaf, autistic and emerging art students, who lent their talent to design 25 unique “Life-Sized Bearista” figures, transforming the beloved Starbucks bear icon into powerful works of art. Many of these artists have overcome personal challenges, using art as a form of self-expression and storytelling, proving that creativity knows no boundaries.
