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From student mentors to fitness buddies: How these community champions are building a caring S’pore
The People’s Association Community Spirit Awards celebrates the exceptional contributions of valued partners who have dedicated their time, resources and hearts to building a more caring Singapore
IT professionals from Tata Consultancy Services help to mentor students in digital skills training.
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From bridging generations and breaking fitness barriers to easing daily challenges and uplifting lives, these inspiring stories show that the spirit of community shines brightest when communities come together as one.
Easing traffic woes, strengthening bonds
When a nearby mosque’s renovations in 2023 caused parking challenges at Masjid Ahmad Ibrahim
Volunteers from Masjid Ahmad Ibrahim helped direct traffic as part of an initiative to resolve parking challenges in Springleaf estate.
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Instead of letting unhappiness create rifts, the mosque worked with Nee Soon South Grassroots Organisations on the Road Safety for All initiative. They implemented solutions: designated parking zones, directional signage, social media updates and a volunteer corps comprising both residents and mosque attendees.
In a display of interfaith solidarity, Spiritual Grace Presbyterian Church offered up to 50 parking spaces for Friday prayers. Through these collective efforts, friendships have formed, community bonds have strengthened and traffic has been eased.
Championing inclusivity, breaking fitness barriers
The Fit for All programme at imPAct@Hong Lim Green has grown into a significant force for inclusive fitness since its pilot in 2022. With Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited
Standard Chartered Bank’s fitness buddies helped support the PWD community in their preparation for the Singapore Marathon 2024.
PHOTO: STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (SINGAPORE) LIMITED
By including the PWD community in the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024, the bank helped participants discover strength and support – from basic stretches to race day.
Delivering daily essentials, uplifting lives
A partnership between Hao Ren Hao Shi Ltd
Hao Ren Hao Shi Ltd has partnered with People’s Association to distribute groceries to more than 11,000 households since 2023.
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Beginning with mobile distribution of groceries in the South West Division, it later expanded to the North East Division under the Wellness on Wheels initiative, and Grocery Distribution at Central Singapore Division as well. Beneficiaries select essential items they need, reducing financial strain and food waste.
Corporate partners, including Geoscan, OTS International Singapore, Pan-Malayan Pharmaceuticals, Sofresh Pte Ltd, TAK Products & Services Pte Ltd, Tan Sum Joo Provision Shop, Thermo Fisher Scientific and Withers KhattarWong LLP, as well as various schools, helped strengthen the initiative through donations and volunteer support.
Spreading love, inspiring minds
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
The company’s social impact extends to youth development through their Go Innovate Together (goIT) programme, where IT professionals mentor students from lower-income families, building their confidence through digital skills training.
Serving hearts, deepening intergenerational ties
Through partnerships with Tung Ling Community Services and Dakota Crescent Residents’ Network (RN), students at Broadrick Secondary School
Students from Broadrick Secondary School serve meals and chat with senior residents.
PHOTO: BROADRICK SECONDARY SCHOOL
What began as simple breakfast sessions have evolved into a tapestry of relationships, where both young and old find purpose and belonging, creating a lasting impact on our community’s social fabric.
Join the People’s Association in making a positive impact to foster a caring and cohesive community. PA_Partnership@pa.gov.sg
