Goodbye Circles: A Wholesome Approach to Exits
Someone in your community is leaving—What’s next? Farewell cards, farewell lunches… What about a Goodbye Circle? As odd as it may sound, it may just be one of the most effective and memorable exit strategies that you can have for your community. The leaders of Lutheran Community Care Services (LCCS) first learnt about this practice […]
Volunteer On Valentine’s Day 2022
Ahhh, Valentine’s Day. A time of year that means different things to different people. For some, it’s a time for romance, for chocolates and flowers, heartfelt cards, romantic experiences like couple spas, dinner by moonlight, walks on the beach, a movie night at home. And for others, it’s a time to stay home – just […]
Saying Goodbye: How to shape a good exit experience
Exiting is known by multiple names—resigning, offboarding, leaving the community. They all describe the necessary and eventual end to one’s time in an organisation or community. Beyond the individual, the exit phase of one’s community journey affects a variety of stakeholders; they include the peers that remain, the leaders managing the exit, as well as the […]
Celebrate the Great Singapore Give with FLY Entertainment!
This season of giving, take flight on the Great Singapore Give with 10 celebrities as they celebrate FLY Entertainment’s 22nd Anniversary! From helping communities in need to driving awareness towards environmental change, discover a multitude of causes that will benefit from your giving. Join us now on Giving.sg/the-great-singapore-give to support your favourite celebrities with their […]
How Charitable Tax Deductions Can Reduce Your Income Tax Bill
Did you know that certain donations are tax deductible in Singapore? The pandemic has deepened the medical and financial needs of vulnerable communities. Through the generosity of kind donors, non-profit organisations in Singapore have been able to support them through this difficult time. Even a small amount can make a difference. A donation of $10 […]
5 Meaningful Ways To Embrace Being Single on 11.11
Nowadays, we associate 11.11 with the highest-grossing and the most “bang for your buck” sale. But do you know how the sale originally came about? 11.11 is also known as Singles Day, unofficially celebrated by single unmarried people in China since 1993. If Singles Day is a reminder of your single status, you have good […]
How Rainbow Centre’s Social Workers Build A Good Life With Persons With Disabilities
“When I first joined the Rainbow Centre, I realised that many of our students did not have friendships and relationships outside of their own families,” recalls Timothy Chua, a social worker with Rainbow Centre’s Connected Communities Services. It is an observation that rings true for many communities built around people with disabilities. While the goal […]
How These 5 Seniors Make A Difference In Singapore
Volunteering helps to improve the lives of others and is suitable for people of all ages willing to invest their time. Transitioning into a new phase of their lives and with more time at their disposal, there are many seniors who choose to be other-centred and spend their free time by volunteering for the community. Here, […]
Creating a Healthy Workplace: Promoting Employee Mental Health in Singapore
Mental health has taken a hit for many in Singapore, especially during the pandemic—and the workplace has a key role to play in this collective state. We are reported to be the second most overworked city in the world, a metropolis known for its academic and economic competitiveness. The numbers are telling: 92% of employed residents […]
PVPA 2021: Organisations Of Good Award Winners
Organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) is the pinnacle award and platform to recognise individuals, organisations and leaders who have achieved excellence in giving. The PVPA Organisation of Good award category recognises the giving efforts of large and small-medium enterprises, non-profit organisations and public […]