12 Winners Awarded At The President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards 2023
The President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2023 ceremony took place on 17th October 2023 at the Istana. Conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore, the awards represent the highest honour for those who have given their best for Singapore. We are delighted to share that 12 winners were awarded this year spanning across 4 […]
PVPA 2023 – Meet Our Nominees Celia, Emily & Winston
As we gear up to the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2023 this October, we bring to you stories of nominees who have dedicated their time and skills to volunteerism. Read on, watch, and discover what drives them to spark change and help uplift the communities they are moved by to serve. Celia Tan – Leader […]
National Day 2023: Celebrate Singapore By Giving Back To These 5 Charities
As we gear up to paint the city red and white on National Day, let’s add an extra splash of fun and joy with the spirit of contributing back to society! Beyond the dazzling fireworks and parades, this special occasion calls for something even more extraordinary – coming together as a community to make a […]
Rehabilitating Homes Showed This Singaporean Youth A Side of Singapore Rarely Seen
A home renovation is something many of us look forward to. Painstakingly going through all kinds of household items, deciding what to keep and what to throw out, adding new coats of paint and cleaning away… we’ve all been there. But, ever wondered what it is like to clean and rehabilitate the homes […]
Inspiring Hope, Strength, and Courage – Meet Glyph Founder, Si Hui
‘Hope’, ‘Strength’ and ‘Courage’ are values that Glyph believe in and live by. Developed to enrich the lives of children, Glyph is an organisation that looks at bringing typically inaccessible opportunities beyond school closer to underprivileged children living in rental flats island wide. And after speaking with Si Hui, the founder of Glyph, they ring […]
From Mistreated Children To Delinquent Youths: How Can We Help?
In a world where childhood should be a time of joy, innocence, and boundless possibilities, a harsh reality persists: childhood maltreatment and its alarming connection to youth delinquency. Childhood maltreatment encompasses a range of harmful experiences inflicted upon children, such as physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, as well as neglect of their fundamental needs and […]
4 Fun Activities to Volunteer With Your Mum for Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day – the one day every year where we get to shower our mothers in love and affection the way they love us every day. This day’s all about treating and celebrating the wonderful women who raised, loved and tolerated us. Make this Mother’s Day truly memorable by planning a special activity that will […]
Understanding Trauma-Informed Care for Your Community
Trauma is a pervasive but often invisible issue. By definition, it results from an event or a series of events, experienced by an individual as something physically or emotionally harmful. Trauma is a response that often affects an individual negatively. In many instances, physical symptoms such as exhaustion, headaches, and numbness, may manifest detrimentally on […]
A Family’s Fight Against Cancer Spurs Hope for Others
Cancer – a disease when mentioned, can leave anyone feeling all sorts of fears, concerns and anxieties. Even more so, when the news hits the one you love the most. And according to the National Registry of Diseases Office, in Singapore, cancer is the leading cause of death in Singapore. While recent trends indicate that mortality […]
How to Build Trust in Your Community
Everyone is a part of a community. Whether you are a leader or a member, trust is an important factor in determining your community’s longevity. Trust enables community members to feel safe and develop a sense of belonging to the group; it enables strong relationships and creates reliability and goodwill that go a long way […]