From Purpose to Impact: Si Ying’s Glow Up at NVPC
When Chew Si Ying first walked through NVPC’s doors in December 2019, she brought with her a sense of purpose, a passion for contributing, and curiosity about the social sector. Today, as Head of Corporate Development with the CEO’s Office, she reflects on a journey marked by growth, resilience and impact. A Career Pivot Si […]
Where to Volunteer This Year-End School Holiday
The year-end school holidays are the perfect time for children, youth, and families to give back together. Whether you’re looking to build empathy, pick up new skills, or simply spend meaningful time with loved ones, here are five volunteer opportunities—kid-friendly, group-friendly, and available during the school holidays—that make giving easy and impactful. 1. Lunch visitation […]
Walk the Talk: Upholding Human Dignity Through Volunteering
Finding Her Cause For Samantha Yeo, Manager, Marketing & Communications at NVPC, the concept of human dignity has always been a guiding belief. Identifying as an emotional and empathetic person, she finds it tough to ignore the suffering of those who are unseen—people who may have slipped through the cracks simply because they are out […]
5 Charities to Support This World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is a reminder that mental wellbeing is just as vital as physical health — for children, young people, families, and communities alike. Across Singapore, many charities work tirelessly to provide support, destigmatise mental illness, and strengthen resilience. Here are 5 organisations you can support to make a meaningful difference. 1. EQUAL: Stronger […]
PVPA 2025: Organisations of Good – Businesses and Institutions With Purpose At Their Core
The annual President’s Volunteerism and Philanthropy Awards (PVPA), conferred by the President of Singapore, celebrates individuals, leaders, organisations, and communities who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to giving. The Organisations of Good category pays tribute to businesses and institutions — from small enterprises to large corporations and public agencies — that weave purpose into their core operations. These […]
PVPA 2025: Leaders of Good – Exceptional Leaders Multiplying Social Impact
The annual President’s Volunteerism and Philanthropy Awards (PVPA), conferred by the President of Singapore, celebrates individuals, leaders, organisations, and communities who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to giving. The Leaders of Good category recognises outstanding changemakers who have led, mobilised, and inspired others to dedicate their time, talent, treasure, ties and testimony (5Ts) to spread their positive […]
PVPA 2025: People of Good – Individuals Sparking Communities Of Giving
The annual President’s Volunteerism and Philanthropy Awards (PVPA), conferred by the President of Singapore, celebrates individuals, leaders, organisations, and communities who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to giving. The People of Good category honours Singapore’s everyday individuals who have positively impacted society by giving their time, talent, treasure, ties, and testimony. We introduce 2025’s four […]
PVPA 2025: Communities of Good and City of Good – The Collective Spirit of Change and Inter-Sector Partnerships
The annual President’s Volunteerism and Philanthropy Awards (PVPA), conferred by the President of Singapore, celebrates individuals, leaders, organisations, and communities who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to giving. The Communities of Good award goes to outstanding charities and ground-ups that have been exemplary in leveraging networks and community-driven solutions to enable giving and create a positive social impact, […]
Balancing Work and Motherhood: Valerie Chia on taking guilt-free breaks
At NVPC, we believe that caring for our people goes hand-in-hand with the impact we strive to create. One of the ways we support our employees’ well-being is through Take-A-Pause (TAP) leave. NVPC’s Take-a-Pause (TAP) leave grants employees two weeks of paid leave for every three years of full-time service. The intention is to encourage […]
From Food Waste to Wildlife: 3 Environmental Causes in Singapore & How You Can Help
Singapore’s small size makes us vulnerable to environmental challenges. Our food security, waste disposal, and biodiversity at risk – unless we chip in to sustainability efforts. If you’ve wondered how to make our home cleaner, healthier, and more resilient for generations to come, here are three areas of environmental giving to explore on giving.sg […]