Tribute paid to long-term donors who faithfully contributed to SHARE, Community Chest's regular giving programme.
SINGAPORE: A total of 244 awards were presented to 196 organisations and individuals during the Community Chest Awards 2023, held at the Istana on Wednesday . These accolades acknowledged the remarkable contributions made in 2022 through donations, volunteering, resource provision, and inclusive hiring practices.
Mr Chew Sutat, Chairman of Community Chest, reflected on the organization’s journey and said: “Community Chest has come a long way in the last four decades, evolving from a national fundraiser to a key philanthropic partner of the community. By incorporating giving as part of living, whether through donations, volunteering, or resource provision, we can make a more sustainable impact on the community.
Apart from the Pinnacle award, SP Group also received the Charity Platinum, Enabler, and Volunteer Partner Awards for their extensive contributions, including donations, volunteerism, and various forms of support. The awards ceremony also highlighted the collective impact of over 2,000 companies and 250,000 individual donors contributing to SHARE, which provides approximately 25% of the annual funds raised by Community Chest.