Charities Week 2018

by Caritas Singapore Community Council - The Caritas Singapore Agape Fund

The practice of almsgiving, together with prayer and penance in Lent goes back to the time of the Early Christian communities. Prayer and fasting draws us closer to God. Almsgiving completes the perfection of love in concrete love of neighbour by providing for the needy. For God wills that we are blessed so that we can bring God's compassion to others in need. This year, the mission of the Catholic Charities Week Appeal has been expanded to benefit our Catholic charities in areas that include: Helping the poor and needy. Nurturing the young. Enriching family relationships. Providing for the elderly. Caring for the marginalised. Your donation will support the work of the Catholic Charities under Caritas Singapore, including Agape Village - A Caritas Singapore Initiative. All Donations are eligible for 250% tax deduction.

Running London Marathon 2018 for AWWA

by James for AWWA Ltd

I'll once again be running the London Marathon on April 22th, 2018. This will be the 22nd consecutive year for me (since 1997) running London, and in Singapore this year I will raising money for the Asian Women's Welfare Association (AWWA). This year has been a real struggle in the preparation: what seemed like an innocuous IT band injury at the end of January not only kept me out for 5 weeks of training, but also resulted in an MRI scan that showed 3 'holes' in my cartilage in my right knee (to be precise, 'full thickness cartilage ulcers'). These will require an operation as soon as possible. However, I am sure you all know me well enough by now to know that the London Marathon holds a special place in my heart, and so I am running anyway this year to keep the streak alive and raise as much money as we can, before I have the operation in the first week of May. My goal is to make it back for no. 23 next year if the operation and rehab all goes well: but for now it's just to find a way to get around the 42km! I hope you can please find it in your heart (and your wallet) to sponsor me as I raise money for AWWA. The new AWWA School, to be ready in 2022, is a Special Education school appointed by the Ministry of Education that will provide special education to 300 students aged 7 to 18 years old primarily with autism. AWWA will require the generosity of donors to help finance the full S$1 mn building fund. Please help by donating anything you can to support the cause!

Walk, Pray, Give. Camino 2018

by Chan Thud Chee for Arc Children's Centre Co Ltd

My wife Irene and I are planning to walk the Camino de Santiago, an ancient pilgrimage route starting from St. Jean Pied Du Port in France to Santiago de Compostela, where the remains of the Apostle St. James are believed to be interred. This route covers a total distance of about 780 km. We plan to walk for about 7-8 weeks covering about 20-25 km per day, six days a week, and resting on the seventh day. We will keep everyone posted of our progress on FB and instagram but will definitely need your support and prayers to persevere and walk the full distance. We hope to raise funds for Arc Children Centre, a charity that provides sanctuary and support for children recovering from illnesses and their families. You can find out more about what they do at www.arcchildren.org. Please support Arc by donating perhaps a certain amount for every km that we walk on the Camino. Or you could pledge a fixed amount.

Agape Village Charities Week 2018

by Caritas Singapore Community Council - The Caritas Singapore Agape Fund

Agape Village is an initiative of Caritas Singapore. Charities Week is Caritas Singapore's annual fundraising campaign. Your donation will support the work of Caritas Singapore, including Agape Village, and the work of our member organisations. Agape Village is a one-stop social services hub that needs to raise $1.2 million dollars for its annual operating expenses to continue our efforts to partner the poor, marginalised and people limited by difficult circumstances in our community. Agape Village, together with Caritas Singapore's member organisations, offer an integrated case management support to meet the multiple needs of an individual including counselling, therapy, rehabilitation, respite care for caregivers, and day activity centre for adults with special needs. We try to find a dignified and sustainable way for our clients to move forward with independence and freedom.

The Giving Methodist

by Methodist Welfare Services

Our God is a generous God. He gave us His best, His all, even though we have done nothing to deserve it. Be part of The Giving Methodist (TGM) in caring for the poor and disadvantaged in our community. GIVE A DONATION: Impact lives every day by giving $1 a day. Your gift can create change to over 9,000 disadvantaged and distressed families and individuals helped through 20 MWS centres and programmes. We are appealing for either a regular contribution of $1 a day ($30 monthly); a one-time donation of $365; or any amount that you can give. God loves a cheerful giver. Visit thegivingmethodist.sg to find out more.

Stroke Support Station (S3) Charity Dinner 2018

by Stroke Support Station Ltd.

The Charity Gala Dinner is an event to help raise funds to support the stroke community to allow them lead a better quality of life. The funds raised are used to deliver services and to heavily subsidise the fees to ensure affordability to the low-income families. S3 is the only community support healthcare service to meet the gaps in the continuum of care for stroke survivors and caregivers in Singapore. Dinner Details: Date: 18 May 2018, Friday Time: 7.00pm to 9.30pm Registration & Reception commences at 6.30pm. Shangri-La Hotel, Island Ballroom, Level 1 Guests-of-Honour: Madam President, Halimah Yacob Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Finance Mr Ng Chee Meng, Minister in the Prime Minister's Office Mr Desmond Lee, Minister for Social & Family Development and Second Minister for National Development Dr Lam Pin Min, Senior Minister of State for Transport and Health Mr Chee Hong Tat, Senior Minister of State for Trade & Industry and Education

Urgent Funds Required For Move To New Government-Built Facility In Sungei Tengah

by Animal Lovers League

In March 2018, we will be moving to a Government-built facility in Sungei Tengah called 'Animal Lodge'. The construction and setting in our new premises will be different from our present open concept shelter in that our dogs and cats will be in flatted-two-storey buildings in kennel enclosures. We require $351,000 to manage the costs of making this move. Firstly, we have a total of 10 units; each unit comprises of five kennels, four store rooms, flexi-areas and quarantine and prep rooms. We have to engage contractors to carry out fit-out works involving the building of steel enclosures, gates, fencing and partitions, along with the installation of piping and electrical appliances like ceiling & exhaust fans, lights, fittings and equipment. Expected cost is $20,000 - $25,000 per unit; and an estimated $250,000, if not more, in total. Secondly, $66,000 has to be paid to our present landlord for extended TOL (Temporary Occupancy Licence) from January to March 2018, before we move to the 'Animal Lodge' in March 2018. A 3-month deposit totalling $35,000 may be required by AVA. This will be confirmed in due course.

Help SOSD raise 50,000 for the Move to the New Shelter

by [email protected] for Save Our Street Dogs

In a few months, we will be moving to our new shelter, and this online campaign aims to raise $50,000 for The Move to the new premises in Sungei Tengah. All funds raised will be used to pay off transport, construction, and renovation costs. Moreover, it will also be used to keep SOSD's operations going on a daily basis. The caring and maintenance of our dogs are our top priority; any amount contributed is greatly appreciated! The funds raised are critical in helping our dogs get comfortable in their new home. A dollar can go a long way for our dogs. So come support us and donate online!

Assisi Home Care Program by 68Monkeys

by 68Monkeys for Assisi Hospice

Palliative care can also be provided at home. The home care service by Assisi Hospice provides a critical option for patients and their families who prefer to be cared for at home during the final stage of their lives. The Assisi team of doctors, nurses, medical social workers and counsellors work together to support the the patient's family in caring for the patient at home as much as possible, by helping them manage the symptoms of advanced disease. The team is contactable 24/7 to address any urgent need. The program allows the patients to live out their final days in the comfort of their homes. With more financial support, the program can cover more patients living all over Singapore.

Course4ACause

by JF Lennon & Associates Pte Ltd for Arc Children's Centre Co Ltd

With our latest Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, JF Lennon is championing the needs of the children from the ARC's Children Centre. In this CSR, for the first time JF Lennon will be teaching for a good cause. We will be conducting one of our proprietary Forex course, and all proceeds will go to to the ARC Children's Centre. Giving back to society in our own way. Yes, in the name of charity, we are doing our part, now it's your turn to join us, learn a skill, learn to trade and contribute to charity through Course4ACause. For donation amounts of $300 or more, donors have the option to receive a complimentary FOREX course conducted by JF Lennon.

NUHkids Fund

by NUHS Fund Limited

Managed by NUHS Fund Limited, NUHkids Fund raises monies for financially disadvantaged children seeking treatment at the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical institute (KTP-NUCMI) at the National University Hospital (NUH). Our Vision: To enable all children and youth to achieve good health and well-being regardless of their financial circumstances. Our Mission: To help children and adolescents who require financial assistance for their medical treatment. For more information, please visit: http://www.nuh.com.sg/ktp-nucmi/outreach/financial-support.html