Championing, Challenging & Training Youth ANNUAL REPORT 2020 YMCA of

YMCA OF SINGAPORE Annual Report 2020 新加坡基督教青年会

1 Orchard Road Singapore 238824 Tel: 65-6336 6000 | Fax: 65-6336 8003 www.ymca.org.sg Michael Ang, Ng Hien Hao and Zhang Yan Tong, graduates from YMCA.SINGAPORE @YMCA.SINGAPORE YMCA OF SINGAPORE YMCA OF SINGAPORE the YMCA special needs vocational training programme Mission Statement Core Values Contents

YMCA of Singapore is a volunteer-based Christian organisation that seeks to serve and COMPASSION President’s Message 2 impact all members of the community regardless of race, language or religion, through To recognise the needs of others especially Organisational Structure 3 programmes, services and enterprises to develop the body, mind and spirit. the last, the lost and the least, then take action to help Board of Directors & Advisory Council 4 Management Team 6 SERVANT LEADERSHIP General Secretary & CEO’s Message 7 To desire to serve first, then to make the Committees 8 conscious choice to take the lead to act

HONESTY 2020 in Review 10 To speak and embody the truth, to act and Highlights of the Year 12 to be worthy of trust, and to have integrity Fundraising Events 16 in making sure our choices (decisions and YMCA COVID-19 Relief Efforts 17 actions) are in line with our Christian values

ACCOUNTABILITY Community Services 20 To be accountable for our behaviour and Youth Leadership & Development 25 our actions in meeting our obligations Education 30 Membership & Clubs 34 RESPECT Hospitality 38 To treat others as we would have them treat us and to value the worth of Thanksgiving 40 every person Governance Evaluation 41 EXCELLENCE Policies 44 To strive for best practices Financial Strategy 46 Financial Information 48

YMCA of Singapore (UEN: S61SS0045E) is registered with the Registry of Societies since 12 April 1961. The Association is a registered charity under the Charities Act since 26 November 1985 and recognised as an Institution of a Public Character by the Commissioner of Charities.

YMCA of Singapore is a member of the following organisations: - People’s Association - National Council of Churches of Singapore - National Council of Social Service April All information printed in this Annual Report is accurate as of 2021. - National Youth Council President's Message Organisational Structure

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13

Dear YMCA Members, Friends and Staff, We are pleased to announce that our YMCA Child Development Centres were awarded Partner Operator Despite the profound challenges brought about by Status by the Early Childhood Development Agency the COVID-19 pandemic, I am pleased to report that (ECDA), empowering us to keep fees affordable while the YMCA persevered in our mission to serve the providing quality services. community as we have done for the past 118 years. We were especially moved by the solidarity shown We were also glad to raise some $130,000 through by the YMCA board, staff, and volunteers in coming our YMCA Flag Day 2020, to support our YMCA together to serve low-income families affected by programmes for youth with special needs. This the crisis through our food delivery and financial generous support will allow us to continue empowering assistance programmes. them holistically through arts, sports, dance and vocational training with a view of building their YMCA @ One Orchard, our International House, confidence and resilience to engage in served as a temporary home for many who were long-term employment. affected by the sudden travel restrictions. We operated at close to full occupancy for much of the Finally, we celebrated some 100 volunteers at the year, and we were glad to be of service to these YMCA- Volunteer Awards Night. This affected individuals. included a new category of award winners – the YMCA- Lim Kim San Volunteer Exceptional Award, which The YMCA also remained committed to commended community heroes who made a big strengthening our community including youth, difference during the COVID-19 pandemic. children and volunteers. Together with the Board of Directors, I would like to Over 300 youth leaders raised over $450,000 for 36 thank our Patron-in-Chief and President of Singapore, Social Service Agencies at this year’s Citi-YMCA Madam Halimah Yacob, our members, volunteers, Youth For Causes initiative. We would like to express donors, partners and staff for their invaluable our sincerest thanks to Citi Singapore for their contributions that made the past year possible. great support and encouragement in the past 18 years. It is always inspiring watching our youth rise We thank God for the grace He has bestowed upon us to the occasion to conceptualise and implement in 2020 and we look forward to touching even more community projects to raise funds and awareness for lives in the coming year. causes they care about. In His Service, As for children, with over 3,000 young ones under Teo Eng Cheong our wing, YMCA’s Education Division continued to President nurture a new generation of community champions through building social awareness and servant- heartedness at our 35 Student Care, Kindergarten Care and Child Development Centres.

2 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 3 Board of Directors Advisory Council

Patron in Chief Her Excellency Mdm Halimah Yacob President of the Republic of Singapore Office Bearers Mr Teo Eng Cheong Mr Kenneth Tan Chih-Sien Mr Tony Soh Cheow Yeow Mr Teo Zi-Ming Mr Samuel Chan Board Trustees Mr Cecil V R Wong Mr Teo Eng Cheong, PPA Mr Kenneth Tan Chih-Sien Mr Tony Soh Cheow Yeow Mr Teo Zi-Ming Mr Samuel Chan Mr Lim Boon Heng Mr Andrew Ang, PBM Mr David Wong Cheong Fook President Vice President Vice President Honorary Secretary Honorary Treasurer Chairman Mr Eric Teng Heng Chew Mr Tay Puan Siong Honorary Life Members Mr Cecil V R Wong Mr Harold Shaw Mr Shaw Vee Meng Dr Keng Yam Mr E.W. Barker (deceased 2001) Mr Lim Kim San (deceased 2006) Mr Howe Yoon Chong (deceased 2007) Mr Sim Miah Kian (deceased 2014) Mr Albert Ching Mr Steven Chia Oon Seet Mr Vincent Ha Ms Koh Shaw Luan Ms Loo Tze Lui Mr Khoo Boon Hui, Mr Jonathan Larsen Mr (deceased 2015) Liang Heng Kwang Yuen PPA, PBS, PJG Mr S R Nathan (deceased 2016) Dr Robert C K Loh (deceased 2017) Honorary Chaplains Rev Dr Clive Chin and Moderator Orchard Road Presbyterian Church Rev Raymond Fong Pastor-in-Charge Wesley Methodist Church Honorary Legal Counsels Mr Bryan Tan Suan Tiu Mr Leon Ng Koh Wee Mr Thomas Pramotedham Mr Pek Hak Bin Ms Cynthia Tan Mr Adrian Tay Juncheng Mr Tan Gee Paw, Mrs Mildred Tan, BBM Mr Laurence John Wee Guan Hiang PPA, DUBC (Stepped down in Dec 2020) Mr Peter Sim Swee Yam Bankers Citibank DBS Auditor RSM Chio Lim LLP (External) BDO LLP (Internal)

Mr Eric Teng Heng Chew Mr Ooi Boon Hoe Mr Tay Puan Siong, PBM, BBM PP, PBS (co-opted) JP, PBM 4 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 5 Management Team General Secretary & CEO's Message “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10

Steve Loh Lynette Yeo Dear YMCA Members, Friends and Staff, Apart from that, we continued to provide vocational General Secretary & CEO Assistant General Secretary (Social Enterprises) training and employment through the YMCA Special 2020 was an unprecedented year for the world. The Needs Hospitality Training Programme, empowering COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the lives of many, with them to live independent and fulfilling lives through low-income families and vulnerable groups being employment. hit particularly hard. In response, the YMCA initiated three COVID-19 relief projects – Project Makan, YMCA Project Bridge reached out to out-of-school Wok the Talk Project and Uplift Fund to provide youth through the YMCA Vocational and Soft Skills emergency aid to those most in need. Project Programme (VaSSP), equipping them with job skills Makan, a collaboration with The Social Kitchen and that helped them progress to further employment SHINE Children and Youth Services, delivered meals or higher education. Our newly launched Y Explore to children from lower-income families. Wok the Talk programme provided life and career guidance to 13 Project engaged hawkers and drivers to prepare and to 14-year-old youths who displayed irregular school deliver meals to vulnerable groups including migrant attendance. We were proud to see some 50 youths Joseph Chow Martin Ho Elaine Tan Division Head (International House) Division Head (Corporate Services) Division Head (Programmes) workers, persons with special needs, seniors, and graduating from these programmes. lower-income families, benefiting both service The YMCA is also committed to nurturing youth to providers and clients. become community servant leaders that build a Head of Departments We were also honoured to launch the Uplift Fund brighter Singapore for tomorrow. Despite COVID- with the Park Hotel Group. They kick-started 19’s travel restrictions, our youth leaders continued the fund through a $500,000 philanthropic gift, making an international impact through Youth Social Enterprises Programmes Corporate Services providing emergency financial assistance to those Expedition Project Goes Online (YEP-GO). Locally, who suffered a pay-cut of at least 30% due to the they also launched the #IAMWHOLE campaign, International House Sharon Chan Kok Toong Keong pandemic. Collectively, these projects raised over raising awareness for mental wellness and Youth Development 1 Finance Elsie Kwow $1,550,000, and provided some 220,000 meals and encouraging their peers to support one another in Marketing & Events Serlina Huang Leong Peng Mun financial assistance to over 8,400 people in need. times of need. Education Community Services IT & Building Services Apart from our COVID-19 relief projects, we I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to every Guo Weimin Student Care | Kindergarten Care Leona Leong Claris Oon continued to champion, challenge and train youth member, donor, volunteer and staff who journeyed Community Engagement & Partnerships Human Resources with special needs, youth-at-risk and youth leaders, with us. In the coming year, we look forward to Helen Tan through youth programmes that strengthened their continue serving the community alongside you. Child Development Centre Joyce Yu body, mind, and spirit. Youth Development 2 Our special needs clients underwent holistic In His Service, development through virtual art and dance Steve Loh programmes led by staff and volunteers. General Secretary & CEO 6 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 7 Committees GOVERNANCE COMMITTEES International House Committee YMCA Mandarin Speaking Awards UNIVERSITY-YMCA Gwyneth Tee Shu Qi Mr James Tan (Inventory) (Director, Community Service Programmes) Mr Gerald Tay (Youth) Mr Pek Hak Bin (Chairman) Mr Kenneth Tan (Lead Panel Member) Audit & Risk Committee Uni-Y Nanyang Technological Henna Tan Wen Xin Mr Daniel Ng (YMCA/YM Liaison) Mr Choe Peng Sum Mr Toh Teck Wang Mr Eric Teng (Chairman) University Executive Committee (Director, Community Service Programmes) Mr Ivan Koh Mr Danny Yeo Ms Sim Wan Hui Mr Peter Tay Teh Yu Ling Anna (Immediate Past President) Mr Eugene Wong Ms Jane Wee Kenny Joshua Chau Chin Kwok Mr David Wong (Director, International Service Programmes) Ms Jean Chai (YMCA Liaison) Ms Tsng Boon Kiat Ms Wong Lee Jeng (Vice-President, Holistic Enrichment) Mr Vincent Ha Teo Guang Guo Ms Loo Tze Lui Mr Ma Poh How Soh Xuan Ying Zaviera Singapore Mandarin (YMCA) Mr Joshua Lee (Director, Volunteer Management & Mr Vincent Ha Ms Jean Chai (Secretariat) (Director, Community Service Toastmasters Club Mr Ho Chee Hon Mr Joseph Chow (Secretariat) Programmes) Finance and Sponsorship) Mr Martin Ho (Secretariat) YMCA Plain English Speaking Awards Tan Yuan Li Tay Ling Yin (Director, Recruitment) Chen Jin (President) Programmes Committee (Director, Community Service Javier Yong Weibin Nicholas Wen Human Resource Committee Mr Steven Chia (Lead Panel Member) Mr Thomas Pramotedham (Chairman) Ms Patsy Mah Programmes) (Director, Marketing & Publicity) (Vice-President Education) Ms Koh Shaw Luan (Chairman) Mr Kenneth Tan (Co-Chair) Ms Sim Wan Hui Ng Chi Hui John Cheong Zhan Hao Yong Weng Soon Mr Kenneth Tan Ms Cynthia Tan Ms Ng Hui Hong (Director, Community Service (Director, Personal and Leadership (Vice-President Membership) Ms Karen Chou Mr Vincent Ha Ms Bozena Rupnik Programmes) Development) Yang Wengqiang Mr Vincent Ha Mr Leon Ng Mr Stanley Leong Falicia Tui (Vice-President Public Relations) Ms Claris Oon (Secretariat) Uni-Y Singapore University of Ms Elaine Tan (Secretariat) Ms Jean Chai (Secretariat) (Director, International Service Sabrina Cham (Secretary) Technology and Design Chen Sikai (Treasurer) Investment Committee Programmes) Executive Committee RESOURCE PANELS YMCA Project Bridge Leong Baoru Tan M C (Sergeant-At-Arms) Mr Samuel Chan (Chairman) Mr Adrian Tay (Lead Panel Member) (Director, Marketing & Publicity) Tiong Shan Kai (President) Soe Htay Latt Latt Mr Pek Hak Bin YMCA Education Centre – Mr Stephen Loh Thin Lat Han Ong Kah Yuan, Joel (Immediate Past President) Mr Leon Ng Academic & Examination Board Mr Eric Teng (Director, Volunteer Management & (Vice-President, Internal Affairs) Mr Mark Syn YMCA English Mr Andrew Chew Mr Leon Ng Finance and Sponsorship) Tan Zai Xuan Mr Martin Ho (Secretariat) Toastmasters Club (Lead Panel Member) Ms Cassandra Cheng Tan Jun Long (Director, Community Service Programmes) Nominations Committee Dr Christina Ratnam Mrs Marlene Koh (Director, Personal and Leadership Rachel Ng Shu Qing Ching Kwock Wing (President) Ms Irene Tay-Koh Chye Choo Dr Peace Wong (Director, Volunteer Management & Tan May Yan Ms Cynthia Tan (Chairman) Development) Dr Yap Meen Sheng Ms Sharon Chan (Secretariat) Finance and Sponsorship) (Vice President Education) Mr Ooi Boon Hoe Joelle Thng Ms Lynette Yeo (Secretariat) Samuel Ho Kwan Yee (Director, Recruitment) Amber Lim Mr Bryan Tan (Director, Personal and Leadership Mrs Helen Tan (Secretariat) Citi-YMCA Youth For Causes Dionetta Young (Director, Marketing & (Vice President Membership) Mr Steven Chia Development) Mr Vincent Ha (Lead Panel Member) Publicity) Heong Xin Yi Mr Tay Puan Siong YMCA FACES (Financial Mr Samuel Chan Uni-Y National University of (Vice President Public Relations) Mr Eric Teng Assistance & Capability for Mr Thomas Pramotedham Singapore Executive Committee YMCA CLUBS Annaya Devaiah (Secretary) Mr Steve Loh (Secretariat) Employment Scheme) Mr Ho Chee Hon Arun Sharma (Treasurer) Tang Ning Ling (President) International Y’s Men Club of Mr Steven Chia (Lead Panel Member) Mr David Lee (Secretariat) Wang Yu Hong (Sergeant-At-Arms) OVERSIGHT COMMITTEES Ong Kai Jie Singapore (Alpha Chapter) Ms Loo Tze Lui Ms Serlina Huang (Secretariat) (Director, International Service Emma Wang Yi Education Committee Ms Tan Sze Wee Programmes) Mr Daniel Ng (President) (Immediate Past President) YMCA-NUS Business School Volunteer Mr Gerald Tay (Vice President) Mr Tony Soh (Chairman) Ms Melissa Khoo Barnabas Teong Kai Yang Service Management Programme Mr Stephen Loh (Hon. Treasurer) YMCA Folk Dance Group Mrs Magdalene Sik Ms Low Suk Ling (Director, Volunteer Management & Mr Eric Teng (Lead Panel Member) Ms Patricia Lim (Hon. Secretary) Ms Carrie Chen (Chairman) Mr Andrew Chew Mr Quek Kwang Yong Finance and Sponsorship) Prof Yeo Wee Yong (NUS Business School) Mr Ivan Koh (Programme Director) Ms Donica Aw (Hon. Secretary) Mrs Irene Tay-Koh Chye Choo Ms Eunice Tan Ng Siew Ling Prof Ruth Tan Ms Chan Soo Sim Ms Quek Swee Choo Ms Chan Yoke Kate, Susan Dr Chong Kian Tai (Director, Personal and Leadership Dr Anne-Marie Gutierrez (Programme Director) (Asst. Hon. Secretary) Ms Patricia Koh Ms Pamela Hoo (Secretariat) Development) Mr Edward Lee Rev Dr PJ John (Christian Emphasis) Ms Charlotte Tok (Hon. Treasurer) Mr Tony Lai YMCA IT Ms Gracelyn Ho Uni-Y Singapore Management Mr Jasper Tan (Community Service) Ms Juliana Tay (Asst. Hon. Treasurer) Ms Lynette Yeo (Secretariat) Mr Leon Ng (Lead Panel Member) Mr Chua Hung Meng University Executive Committee Mr Ma Poh How (Community Service) Ms Grace Lee Mrs Helen Tan (Secretariat) Mr Thomas Choong Mr Steven Yeo Heng Jun Jie (President) Mr Edward Ong (Leadership Training and Ms Amy Lee Dr Ting See Ho Ms Cheong Li Chye (Secretariat) Evangeline Goh Qianhui Organisation Development) Ms Ros Cheong Mr Victor Yeo (Vice-President, Holistic Enrichment) Mr David Lua (Membership) Mr William Hioe Seah Jia Min Mr Peter Tay Mr Thomas Pramotedham (Project/Fundraising/Extension) Mr Leong Peng Mun (Secretariat) (Director, Community Service As stipulated in the YMCA Constitution, President Programmes) Ms Doris Moh (World Outlook) and General Secretary & CEO of YMCA of Mr Freddie Lee (Golf/Recreation) Singapore are ex-officios in all YMCA Committees. Mr John Yap (Publicity/Media) The above committees are appointed for the period of 2019/2020. 8 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 9 Community Services Care Programmes 9,851 458 194 3,527 Local and international clients Volunteers Children attended YMCA Child Students nurtured through Development Centres YMCA Student Care & Kindergarten Care Centres

3,737 3,088 27 4 Hours of voluntary service Hours in counselling/intervention and Student Care Centres Kindergarten Care Centres engagement for youth-at-risk

$328,696 4 Disbursed to clients Child Development Centres through YMCA FACES

Youth Leadership & Development Membership Hospitality 5,294 181 5,150 68,932 Young community champions University volunteers mobilised YMCA members Guests stayed at YMCA engaged under Citi-YMCA Youth International House For Causes

$465,735 3,274 454 80.2% Raised for charities youths are Hours of voluntary service by Subscriptions in fitness Occupancy Rate passionate about university volunteers and dance

2,061 105 Hours of volunteer Students enrolled in YMCA Higher training conducted Education Education MBA Programme

10 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 11 Highlights of the Year

MARCH 13th YMCA Mandarin Speaking Awards 2020

Going Green While Staying Safe: The YMCA Speaking Awards develop students’ public YMCA x Project #BYOBClean speaking skills and confidence. In 2020, 169 registrants Over 50 YMCA staff and volunteers supported Temasek participated in the Mandarin Speaking Awards, delivering Foundation’s “Bring-Your-Own-Bottle” initiative. Over eloquent speeches in Mandarin that encouraged self- a week, they distributed hand sanitisers at Serangoon reflection and inspiring aspirations. Due to COVID-19, the Community Club while encouraging citizens to go green Finals were conducted virtually. Guest-of-Honour Minister by bringing their own reusable bottles for collection. of State, Ms graced the virtual awards ceremony. APRIL/MAY Putting Meals On The Table Amid COVID-19

YMCA launched various COVID-19 initiatives that supported underprivileged children and their families, persons with special needs, seniors and migrant workers. Uplifting Lives Affected by COVID-19 YMCA Project Makan was launched in partnership With a seed funding of $500,000 from Park Hotel Group, with The Social Kitchen and SHINE Children and Youth the Uplift Fund was the first fund in Singapore to prioritise Services, which raised close to $350,000 to serve some individuals from the Hospitality and Food & Beverage 150,000 meals to underprivileged children and their sectors, as well as caregivers of those with special needs. families. YMCA Wok the Talk engaged hawkers and taxi/ private-hire drivers in preparing and delivering meals to vulnerable groups. The programme raised close to $520,000 and delivered some 72,000 meals.

AUGUST SEPTEMBER Singapore’s First-Ever Cloud Kitchen Social Volunteer Service Management Programme Enterprise Commencement Ceremony 2020

The Social Kitchen @ YMCA was launched to host local The YMCA-NUS Business School Volunteer Service Food & Beverage heritage brands that were struggling Management Programme is a professionally certified due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Cloud Kitchen course that equips social service staff and volunteers concept helps brands reduce their operational costs, with skills to serve communities with excellence. In 2020, while reaching out to a wider range of diners. The 55 participants from various Social Service Agencies Social Kitchen @ YMCA also provides employment to completed the course, learning skills and forming disadvantaged individuals, supporting independent living. meaningful connections with peers in the industry. The ceremony was graced by Distinguished Professor and Dean of NUS Business School, Mr Andrew K. Rose. 12 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 13 OCTOBER DECEMBER #IAMWHOLE – Advocating Youth Mental YMCA CDCs Appointed Under ECDA’s Partner Wellness Operator Scheme

YMCA of Singapore’s university service club, University- Some 200 children are impacted daily at our YMCA Child YMCA, launched a mental wellness campaign titled Development Centres (CDCs). All four YMCA CDCs #IAMWHOLE. It encouraged youth to pledge a were appointed as Partner Operators under the ECDA #WHOLEHOUR for self-care and mental wellness. As part Enhanced Partner Operator Scheme. This enables us to of the campaign, an array of activities were held, such continue providing quality but affordable education so as photo walks, music jam sessions and heart-to-heart that every child will be developed holistically. In July, a conversation sessions. new CDC was also opened in .

NOVEMBER

Over $450,000 Raised By 316 Youths for 36 Some 100 volunteers celebrated, including Social Service Agencies Across Singapore COVID-19 community heroes

The Citi-YMCA Youth For Causes, supported The annual YMCA-Lim Kim San Volunteer Awards by the Citi Foundation, provided a seed funding of Night 2020 was held virtually for the first time, which $1,600 and mentorship to groups of four youths each celebrated the efforts of 96 volunteering entities, to conceptualise and execute community projects to consisting of corporations, educational institutions and benefit Social Service Agencies (SSAs) of their choice. In individuals. A new category, the YMCA-Lim Kim San 2020, participants had to innovate and take a large part Volunteer Exceptional Award, was added to commend of their efforts to the virtual space due to the COVID-19 those who contributed immensely to COVID-19 relief pandemic. 316 youth raised over $450,000 for 36 SSAs. efforts. The online celebration was also graced by Their achievements were celebrated at the 18th Citi-YMCA Guest-of-Honour, Mr Eric Chua, Parliamentary Secretary, Youth For Causes Virtual Awards Celebration, graced by Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Mr , Minister for Education and Second Social and Family Development. Minister for Finance.

Bringing Christmas Joy to Less Privileged A Day of Sunshine and Fun with Our Clients Children and Their Caregivers

Staff at the YMCA came together to bring cheer to some On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 8 200 students at two YMCA Student Care Centres through pairs of our clients with special needs and their caregivers the Christmas Project 2020. The students at these centres were treated to trishaw rides. This event, organised enjoyed games and activities organised by our staff. in collaboration with Cycling Without Age Singapore, Through contributions from partners and staff, we were gave clients an opportunity to spend quality time in the also able to give Christmas presents to these children. outdoors at Bishan, Admiralty and West Coast Parks. It also provided their caregivers with some respite.

14 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 15 Fundraising Events

YMCA Charity Movie Night 2020

Some 400 guests attended an exclusive screening of Little Women at the YMCA Charity Movie Night 2020. Over $40,000 was raised for the YMCA Financial Assistance and Capability for Employment Scheme, which provides emergency financial aid to families in need. The event was graced by Ms Reed Liriano, Resource Coordination Assistant, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy in Singapore.

YMCA 20th Charity Golf 2020

Some 130 golfers raised over $180,000 at the YMCA 20th Charity Golf in support of the YMCA-Lim Kim San Volunteers Programme. The event was graced by Mr Tan YMCA COVID-19 Chuan-Jin, Speaker of Parliament. Introduced in 2007, the programme aims to build a well-trained and sustainable community of volunteers to deliver community service Relief Efforts programmes with excellence. It also aims to recognise volunteers who sacrifice time and effort to serve the less “Seeing more and more As part of a COVID-19 fundraiser by local art business privileged and facilitates corporations in giving back to Sound of Art, Singaporean artist Erica Wee donated the community. people being impacted by her proceeds from three art pieces to support YMCA the pandemic, some even Wok The Talk. Wok The Talk engaged hawkers and to the point where basic taxi/private-hire drivers in preparing and delivering grocery packs and meals to vulnerable groups needs were a struggle, I including seniors, persons with special needs and felt compelled to use these low-income families. Sound of Art’s fundraiser showed that everyone can use their unique talents to YMCA Flag Day 2020 artworks to help in more make a difference, bringing hope and practical help Over $130,000 was raised for YMCA programmes that practical ways. Being able to to the artists, buyers and beneficiaries alike. champion, challenge and train youth with special needs. use my art to help others The funds were collected through pledge cards and gives meaning and purpose These projects were only possible through the online fundraising campaigns by staff and volunteers. efforts of generous donors, dedicated staff, and to my painting passion.” passionate volunteers. The YMCA of Singapore would like to express our sincere thanks to all who Erica Wee made these projects a reality.

16 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 17 COVID-19 Programmes

AT A GLANCE Project Makan AT A GLANCE Uplift Fund Launched in collaboration with The Social The Uplift Fund is an emergency relief fund Kitchen and SHINE Children and Youth established under YMCA of Singapore’s Financial Services, Project Makan delivered meals to Assistance and Capability for Employment underprivileged children and their families Scheme (FACES). Kick-started by a $500,000 6,829 148,126 $350,946 during the circuit breaker. This was especially 427 $274,400 philanthropic gift from Park Hotel Group, the fund Underprivileged Meals cooked and Raised beneficial for students who were relying on daily Recipients Disbursed seeks to support those whose livelihoods were children and their delivered to their families supported doorstep subsidised school meals and could no longer affected by the pandemic. access food due to home-based learning. It is the first fund in Singapore to prioritise individuals from the Hospitality and Food & YMCA Wok the Talk Beverage sectors, as well as caregivers of family YMCA Wok the Talk engaged hawkers and taxi/ members with special needs. The fund offers a private-hire drivers to deliver meals and grocery one-time relief amount between $500 to $1,000 71,898 1,131 180 packs to vulnerable groups including persons and a potential renewal of $500 after three Meals provided Beneficiaries Drivers & with special needs, seniors, low-income families, months when they complete an upskilling course. served hawkers supported and migrant workers. This benefited both service providers, who were reporting a drastic drop in earnings, and beneficiaries, who were facing difficulties accessing food and daily necessities.

108 $516,515 Volunteers Raised mobilised

18 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 19 YMCA-Tan Chin Tuan Community Service Programmes

AT A GLANCE The YMCA-Tan Chin Tuan Community Service Programmes are structured and sustained programmes that bridge clients and volunteers. They uplift the lives of clients including those with special needs, under-privileged children and seniors. They also provide meaningful volunteering opportunities 1,198 191 448 that help volunteers learn more about special needs and Clients Volunteers Hours of people from diverse backgrounds. voluntary service Our programmes include the Y Arts Challenge, which engages clients with special needs through performing and visual arts, giving them a platform for creative self- expression. The Y Nature Walk helps clients stay fit and 4 64 healthy, encouraging an active lifestyle through regular hikes. Structured Activities The Y Spring Clean mobilises volunteers to create a clean programmes and safe environment for seniors living in rental flats, while Community Services engaging and interacting with them.

“We are overjoyed The YMCA of Singapore engages clients through its community programmes to strengthen their body, mind, when we see him and spirit. learning, growing, Tan Cher Xuan, who has autism spectrum disorder, is a and showing living testament to how youth with special needs can live colourful and exciting lives. The youth partakes in a wide happiness in his range of activities including dragon boating, singing in daily life.” choirs, gardening and art, where he was the winner of an art competition held by the YMCA. His cheerful disposition and achievements give great pride and joy to his loved ones Margaret Tan, and all of us at the YMCA. Our programmes hope to provide Cher Xuan’s Mother such holistic development that supports our clients in living well-rounded and empowered lives.

20 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 21 YMCA International YMCA FACES Service Programmes

AT A GLANCE YMCA International Service Programmes (ISPs) are dedicated to AT A GLANCE The YMCA Financial Assistance and Capability for Employment developing youth leaders with a global mindset. YMCA ISPs serve Scheme (FACES) serves two major functions. Firstly, it provides less privileged communities outside of Singapore, empowering them emergency financial aid to families in need, enabling them to afford and strengthening volunteers. These projects focus on healthcare, daily necessities like groceries, health supplements and food. education, sustainability and capacity building. In view of the pandemic, youth teams conducted virtual programmes to continue Secondly, YMCA FACES also sustains meaningful work training 149 92 $54,296 47 serving communities in Asia. opportunities for persons with special needs. It funds the YMCA Clients Volunteers Disbursed Families supported Special Needs Hospitality Training Programme, which recruits The Youth Expedition Project Goes Online programme, a trainees with special needs and trains them in hospitality-related collaboration between YMCA and Youth Corps Singapore, included a vocational skills. Through nurturing them in a real-life working five-day service project between youth in Singapore and Iloilo. Online environment, they develop confidence and social skills, increasing 1,453 activities with some 50 youths were held, including a seminar on their employability and strengthening them in independent living. Hours of mental wellness, a virtual tour of Singapore and the Philippines and a voluntary service cultural exchange session. The Uplift Fund is also a part of YMCA FACES, supporting individuals whose livelihoods have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

ANNUAL REPORT 2020 23 YMCA Project Bridge

AT A GLANCE YMCA Project Bridge supports out-of-school and at-risk youth through programmes that strengthen their skill sets, employability and character development. It is implemented through the Vocational and Soft Skills Programme (VaSSP) and Y Explore. 70 42 3,088 VaSSP equips youth with vocational skills including make- Youths Volunteers Hours in counselling / up, hairdressing, and culinary skills among others, as well intervention as soft skills such as interviewing skills and writing resumes. The youth also receive emotional and social support from social workers during the programme, supporting their reintegration into school or entry into the workforce.

58 77% 58% Y Explore uses experiential activities to build the academic Hours of of Y Explore of VaSSP youth knowledge, life skills and real-life experiences of out-of- voluntary youth returned pursued further school youths and youths with irregular attendance aged service back to education Youth Leadership & mainstream or gainfully 13 to 14. This is so that they can transit successfully back to school employed mainstream education. Through various platforms including life skills training and work exposure, they learn about the world around them and strengthen their sense of self. Development “Volunteering can be Youth are our future. Through our Youth Leadership & Development Programmes, we strive to nurture the future a very eye-opening leaders of Singapore. By developing them into community experience. You can champions and servant leaders, we build a caring, really contribute to compassionate, and skilled generation of change-makers. Our various programmes serve as platforms for them to help someone, and touch lives and make a difference even during their growth. when they say ‘thank you’, it’s a really One exemplary youth was Mr Goh Jin Xiong. Rain or shine, he volunteered daily for YMCA Wok the Talk to deliver meals warm feeling.” to beneficiaries who needed his help – even if it meant travelling to the other end of Singapore. Despite living in Mr Goh Jin Xiong the east, he travelled to Chinatown and later, to Jurong to ensure those in need did not go hungry. He contributed over 100 hours of volunteerism from May to July. He received the YMCA-Lim Kim San Volunteer Exceptional Award at the YMCA-Lim Kim San Volunteer Awards Night 2020 in recognition of the impact he has made.

24 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 25 YMCA Speaking Awards Citi-YMCA Youth For Causes

AT A GLANCE The YMCA Speaking Awards, which comprises of the YMCA Plain AT A GLANCE The Citi-YMCA Youth For Causes encourages social English Speaking Awards and YMCA Mandarin Speaking Awards, are entrepreneurship and community leadership development among th 13 YMCA Mandarin national level speaking competitions designed to enhance critical Singapore’s youths. Funded by Citi Foundation, it provides seed Speaking Awards thinking and speaking skills among youth. Apart from building funding, mentorship and a fundraising license to up to 400 youths confidence and enhancing communication skills, the competition every year to conceptualise and execute projects to raise funds encourages civic and social activities by involving participants in and awareness for social causes of their choice. From real-life experiential learning. Through visits to Social Service Agencies and 79 41 79 experience championing a social cause to innovating creative having them share their experiences from interacting with diverse Proposal Schools Teams campaign ideas, YFC participants strengthen their entrepreneurial 169 54 submissions represented selected clients, they are exposed to social service and are encouraged to spirit and social responsibility through active learning outside the Students Schools become active citizens and future leaders of Singapore. The Plain classroom. English Speaking Awards went on a hiatus in 2020. YFC participants also have the opportunity to equip themselves 5,294 36 with further skills through the YMCA-NUS Business School Young community Social Service Volunteer Service Management Programme, facilitated by champions Agencies lecturers from the NUS Business School and YMCA. mobilised supported

$465,735 Raised

26 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 27 Uni-Y Singapore YMCA-Lim Kim San Volunteers Programme

AT A GLANCE Uni-Y is the university service club of YMCA. It consists of AT A GLANCE The YMCA-Lim Kim San Volunteers Programme promotes chapters in the National University of Singapore, Nanyang volunteerism and enhances volunteer capabilities, so our helping Technological University, Singapore Management University hands become even stronger. In addition to providing volunteering and the Singapore University of Technology and Design. It opportunities to individuals and corporations and recruiting them, gathers and mobilises youth to become servant leaders with the programme also trains them through the YMCA-NUS Business a conviction to put others before the self. They are highly School Volunteer Service Management Programme (VSMP). It 3,274 181 40 2,061 involved in organising and participating in local and international equips volunteers with practical skills and knowledge so they can Hours of University VSMP Hours of voluntary service volunteers programmes to out to less-privileged communities. graduates volunteer become a skilful and sustainable community of volunteers. training conducted The Uni-Y Experience is holistically enriched through five The annual YMCA Volunteer Awards Night celebrates the different programmes. They are the Leadership and Management achievements and contributions of dedicated volunteers and Programme (LAMP), IMP(ACT) Training, internships at overseas encourages a lasting journey of strengthening others. YMCA branches, international conferences and the YMCA 112 4 Conversation Series. In 2020, to champion mental wellness Workshops organised as part of this programme include basic Sessions Student among youth, Uni-Y launched the #IAMWHOLE campaign. conversational dialect workshops to equip participants with of Youth chapters communication skills for intergenerational bonding and capability Development Programmes skills such as fundraising, events management and budgeting.

28 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 29 YMCA Child Development Centres

AT A GLANCE YMCA Child Development Centres provide children with a holistic education that integrates all areas of learning into an experiential journey. Through fun and engaging classes like gardening and current affairs, children are equipped with useful skills like information technology, art and speaking. Learning takes place beyond the classroom as 4 194 well, through involvement in YMCA social service events that Child Children Development attended enhance their communication skills and facilitate character Centres development such as empathy, compassion and kindness. Education “We teach children, During the circuit breaker, senior teacher Ms Ann Parsana prepared take-home assignment packs for her but we also learn students to ensure their learning never stopped. She from them. The also scheduled weekly video calls with parents of all her students, checking in on the students’ growth and the children are always family’s well-being. quick to comfort and Ms Ann Parsana remains passionate and highly support one another. motivated with over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. At the YMCA Child Development It’s heart-warming Centre (CDC) @ Woodlands, she enjoys interacting with watching them grow.” children and having teamwork with fellow teachers. The annual collaborative CDC concerts where children and Ms Ann Parsana, teachers work together to put up themed performances was her favourite part of each year. In 2020, the concert Senior Teacher, YMCA Child was put up by each individual CDC and conducted Development Centre @ Woodlands virtually due to COVID-19.

YMCA Education encompasses various social enterprises focusing on nurturing children and youth. Through empowering them with knowledge and encouraging character development, YMCA of Singapore plays an essential part in supporting the growth of future generations. 30 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 31 YMCA Kindergarten Care and YMCA Learning Centre Student Care Centres AT A GLANCE YMCA Learning Centre AT A GLANCE YMCA Kindergarten and Student Care Centres nurture children YMCA Learning Centre provides an enriching learning experience from as young as five years old. They get to experience using the latest learning methodologies and syllabus, delivered by a learning through educational exploration in a conducive and team of qualified professional trainers to enhance students’ learning safe environment. They are inculcated with values such as and understanding of academic subjects. Teachers support those responsibility and respect through a diverse, engaging curriculum. 105 19 struggling by identifying knowledge gaps and barriers and helping to overcome them, while encouraging students doing well to achieve 3,527 27 Children are also involved in YMCA community service events Students Students where they build their communication skills, empathy and learn enrolled in graduated new heights. The YMCA Learning Centre also conducts Study Tour Students Student University of programmes catering to both international and local students with nurtured Care Centres about the importance of reaching out to others. Strathclyde MBA the objectives of cultural immersion, fostering friendship and sharing programme inter-cultural knowledge through exchanges. The YMCA Learning Centre is currently dormant due to travel restrictions in 2020.

4 Higher Education Kindergarten YMCA Education Centre, a CPE registered private education Care Centres 5 98% institution, offers master degree programmes in partnership with Students Pass rate graduated the University of Strathclyde to nurture stellar leaders in the with workplace. The programmes offer flexibility and dedicated guidance distinction from exemplary educators to empower students of all ages from diverse backgrounds. The University of Strathclyde has been named as the University of the Year by Times Higher Education in 2012 and again in 2019. Operations for the master degree programmes ended in September 2020.

32 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 33 Membership

AT A GLANCE YMCA Members are like-minded individuals with the desire to become the best versions of themselves. They have fun-loving hearts that want to reach out to the community and give what they have to offer. Through the year, they engage in various enriching activities such as classes and volunteering in support of the less privileged at YMCA 619 1,185 194 community service events. They also enjoy benefits and Full (Life) Ordinary (Life) Ordinary Members Members (Annual) perks when patronising partnering organisations and Members have access to YMCA’s various facilities, such as the gym, Members’ Lounge and rooftop swimming pool.

74 56 3,018 Ordinary Associate Associate (Youth) Members (Youth) Members Members Membership & Clubs “Fencing taught me YMCA Membership and Clubs offer various programmes, activities, and facilities that strengthen the body, mind many important life and spirit of our members. YMCA Members come skills. I have grown from all walks of life and form meaningful friendships with those that share similar interests, supporting one stronger both another in their growth. physically and mentally, 15-year-old Lia Swee is a fencer with the International which is something I am Fencing School @ YMCA. Despite her tender age, she has had four years of fencing experience and has thankful for.” represented Singapore in international competitions. For her, fencing is not just a sport but a platform for Lia Swee her to build confidence, and develop qualities such as teamwork, loyalty, and perseverance.

During COVID-19, she had online lessons with her coach, who taught her exercises. She aspires to fence further at an international and professional level in the future.

34 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 35 YMCA Fitness & Dance Programmes YMCA Clubs

AT A GLANCE At the YMCA of Singapore, we encourage healthy and YMCA Folk Dance Group active lifestyles among members through fun and The YMCA Folk Dance Group finds belonging, togetherness and solidarity engaging activities. Through participating in these through the recreational activity of folk dance classes. By participating in an programmes, members get the opportunity to meet activity that keeps them healthy and fit, these members enjoy the opportunity and bond with one another while keeping themselves to forge meaningful friendships who share the same passion and to improve fit and learning new skills. By staying healthy, upon their performing art as a group. members can continually strengthen their bodies, Fencing Folk Dance Gym Personal Training minds and spirits to better serve the community YMCA Mandarin Toastmasters Club when the opportunity arises. The Singapore Mandarin (YMCA) Toastmasters Club was chartered to serve the needs of English-speaking toastmasters to build their skills in Mandarin, and for Mandarin-speaking toastmasters to sharpen their craft of public speaking. Focusing on a younger demographic, it constantly innovates KpopXFitness Line Dance creative and engaging ways to keep their meetings refreshing and relevant.

YMCA Toastmasters Club The YMCA Toastmasters Club is a place of empowerment – through developing communication and leadership skills that foster confidence in a supportive and conducive learning environment. Toastmasters experience Swimming Zumba personal growth and encourage each other through speech contests, which serve as platforms to showcase their skills.

International Y’s Men’s Club of Singapore (Alpha Chapter) YMCA Outdoor & The International Y’s Men’s Club of Singapore (Alpha Chapter) is affiliated to the YMCA of Singapore. Open to like-minded people and all YMCA members who Adventure Programmes desire to serve the community through volunteerism, it supports YMCA’s community service and fundraising activities. YMCA Outdoor & Adventure Programmes include outdoor trips and activities that bring members beyond their comfort zones. From local hikes, treks and biking to overseas farm visits and camping activities, In early 2020, Alpha Chapter organised a haircut members always have something exciting awaiting them. Apart from expanding their horizons, members session and a Chinese New Year Celebration for the also build their teamwork, perseverance and determination while exploring the great outdoors. The elderly folks at the Sarah Seniors Activity Centre. programme is currently on hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Following restrictions on gatherings, many activities were conducted online, including the installation of the new office bearers of the club and a talk by a nutritionist for members.

36 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 37 YMCA International House

AT A GLANCE The YMCA International House, known as YMCA @ One Orchard, is a social enterprise that provides travellers a home away from home. In 2020, it served many who were affected by sudden travel restrictions and were unable to return home.

YMCA @ One Orchard is also a training ground for clients under 80.2% 68,932 the YMCA Special Needs Hospitality Training Programme, who Occupancy Guests rate stayed at undergo six months of coaching. This is done before accessing full- the YMCA time employment opportunities at YMCA @ One Orchard and The International Social Kitchen (previously Y Café), among other hospitality-related House organisations.

Hospitality “I am so proud of YMCA @ One Orchard plays an essential role in providing vocational training to our special needs clients. Vince and how much Employment and vocational training empowers them he has grown since towards independent living. coming to train at the Vince Tan Quan Rong is among our skilled special needs employees. In addition to being patient and responsible YMCA. He is a valuable with his duties, he has also participated in other YMCA member of the team activities. His artwork was proudly exhibited and auctioned at a YMCA Giving Gala, and he displayed great and I hope he will courage and perseverance as part of the pioneer batch of continue to learn and YMCA Inclusive Climbers, a group of 10 individuals with special needs to challenge Mount Fuji in 2019. grow here.”

Rajakumari, Senior Executive

38 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 39 Thanksgiving Governance Evaluation Checklist Corporates and Organisations Individuals $1,000 and above Chong En Ling Soo Hwee Hiang $500,000 and above $100,000 and above Alistair Green Sum Gah Fai, Francis No. Code Description Code ID Compliance Park Hotel Group Tang Wee Kit Cheah Khuan Yew Suniljeet Singh Induction and orientation are provided to incoming governing board $100,000 and above $30,000 and above Chew Hock Huat Hardyal Singh 1 1.1.2 Complied Chew Yok Tian Tan Eng Beng members upon joining the Board. Citi Foundation Eric Teng Heng Chew Ching Liang Heng Albert Tan Koon $50,000 and above $10,000 and above Chio Su Ping Tan Kuan Boon 2 Are there governing board members holding staff* appointments? No Chong Teck Yion Tan Peng Wee Invisalign Singapore Pte Ltd Chan Lui Ming Ivan The Treasurer of the charity (or any person holding an equivalent RB Capital Chew Gek Khim Chua Joo Hock Tan Su-Lin Denise Chua Ying Li Pamela Tan Yan Shin position in the charity, e.g. Finance Committee Chairman or a SymAsia Foundation - Goh Yew Lin governing board member responsible for overseeing the finances of Apricot Capital Foundation Loo Tze Lui Clemente Anthony Caleb Soediarto 5 the charity) can only serve a maximum of 4 consecutive years. If the 1.1.7 Complied TL Whang Foundation Ltd Ooi Boon Hoe Dennis Chiu Tan Yeong Nam charity has not appointed any governing board member to oversee Tan Kheng Lian Doreen Lee Chek Lian Teh Wen Jun Kenneth $10,000 and above Tan Sheau Yen Helen Ee Kuo Ren Teo Chin Yee its finances, it will be presumed that the Chairman oversees the JCCI Singapore Foundation Limited Tony Soh Fam Siu Ping Anita Teo Zi-Ming finances of the charity. Allianz SE Insurance Management Wee Wei Ling Gandhi Parveen Kumar Ting See Ho Asia Pacific Gregory Gerard Victor Tjugito All governing board members must submit themselves for re- DBS Bank Ltd $5,000 and above Choong Way Min Vikram Subrahmanyam nomination and re-appointment, at least once every 3 years. Fritz Henkel Stiftung Belinda Lee May Ee Henry Tano Wang Ling Rotary Club of Bugis Junction Catherine Low Ah Toh Ho Yuen Peng Watanabe Daisuke Explanation for non-compliance The Oddle Company Pte Ltd Henry Tay Yun Chwan Hoon Wenli Sarah Wee Jing Yi The YMCA Constitution states that Board Members are eligible for 6 1.1.8 Not Complied UOL Group Limited Koh Shaw Luan Hu Ji Won Wilfred Wee Zhi Zhong re-election subject to a maximum of 2 terms for 4 consecutive years, Hwang Chih Ming Wong Liang Kwang Koh Shwu Lee ie the maximum tenure for each director is 8 years. The Code of $5,000 and above Jaime Tan May Chin Yap Chin Yee Ong Lian Jin Colin Governance allows for 10 years and requires that charities disclose Citibank N.A., Singapore Simon Ong Jean-Daniel Yeo Keng Joon reasons for retaining Board Members who have served on the Board DISA LIMITED Tan Hee Kwang John Garrido for more than 10 consecutive years. Futuris Investment Pte Ltd Toh Soo Ling Serene Joseph Ong Yew Jin Heeton Holdings Limited Yeo Eng Hong Justin Teo Zhiwei Ho Lee Construction Pte Ltd Khoo Boon Hui The Board conducts self evaluation to assess its performance and NTUC Fairprice Foundation Limited $3,000 and above Kwok Chun Yue 7 effectiveness once during its term or every 3 years, whichever is 1.1.12 Complied Oxley Holdings Limited Cheng Soh Hwang Susan Lee Jun Theodric shorter. Pei Hwa Foundation Limited Goi Kok Ming Lim Boon Hong Is there any governing board member who has served for more than Revolution Media Pte Ltd Kong Hwai Ming Lim Hwee Ling, Michele 8 No 10 consecutive years? Sagana International Pte Ltd Leslie Wong Kin Wah Lim JunYang Leon Sound of Art Pte Ltd Lim Ee Ming Lim Shanci, Gayle There are documented terms of reference for the Board and each of 10 1.2.1 Complied The Majurity Trust Limited Loh Sur Yong Stephen Lim Siew Kiak its committees. Tiong Seng Contractors Pte Ltd Soh Tuck Weng Lui On Chee Bernard Wesley Methodist Church Tan Chong Meng Lynette Yeo There are documented procedures for governing board members and Tan Guan Hiang Marie Boon Su Yin 11 staff to declare actual or potential conflicts of interest to the Board at 2.1 Complied $1,000 and above Teo Eng Cheong Mark Tay Kuang Ming the earliest opportunity. Bank of Montreal Singapore Branch Thomas Pramotedham Michael Hession Governing board members do not vote or participate in decision CMIA Capital Partners Pte Ltd Ng Puay Linn 12 2.4 Complied Int Y’s Men’s Club of Singapore (AC) Ong Beng Hwee making on matters where they have a conflict of interest. Knight Frank Pte Ltd Phng Siew Hoon The Board periodically reviews and approves the strategic plan for Lee Foundation Singapore Samuel Chan Wei Mun 13 the charity to ensure that the charity’s activities are in line with the 3.2.2 Complied Moo Choo Enterprises Pte Ltd Sng Miow Ching Pure Fitness (AST) Pte Ltd charity’s objectives. YMCA Tainan There is a documented plan to develop the capacity and capability of 14 3.2.4 Complied the charity and the Board monitors the progress of the plan. The YMCA of Singapore expresses our heartfelt appreciation to partners and donors of all amounts. It is with your generous contributions that we are able to impact lives within the community. Thank you for empowering our helping hands!

40 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 41 No. Code Description Code ID Compliance No. Code Description Code ID Compliance Are governing board members remunerated for their services to 15 The Board approves documented human resource policies for staff. 5.1 Complied 32 No the Board? There is a documented Code of Conduct for governing board 35 Does the charity employ paid staff? Yes 16 members, staff and volunteers (where applicable) which is approved 5.3 Complied by the Board. 36 No staff is involved in setting his own remuneration. 2.2 Complied There are processes for regular supervision, appraisal and 17 5.5 Complied The charity discloses in its annual report — (a) the total annual professional development of staff. remuneration for each of its 3 highest paid staff who each has 18 Are there volunteers serving in the charity? Yes received remuneration (including remuneration received from the charity’s subsidiaries) exceeding $100,000 during the financial 19 There are volunteer management policies in place for volunteers. 5.7 Complied 37 year; and (b) whether any of the 3 highest paid staff also serves as 8.4 Complied a governing board member of the charity. The information relating There is a documented policy to seek the Board’s approval for to the remuneration of the staff must be presented in bands of any loans, donations, grants or financial assistance provided $100,000. OR The charity discloses that none of its paid staff 20 6.1.1 Complied by the charity which are not part of the charity’s core charitable receives more than $100,000 each in annual remuneration. programmes. The charity discloses the number of paid staff who satisfies all of The Board ensures that internal controls for financial matters in key 21 6.1.2 Complied the following criteria: (a) the staff is a close member of the family* areas are in place with documented procedures. belonging to the Executive Head* or a governing board member of the charity; (b) the staff has received remuneration exceeding The Board ensures that reviews on the charity’s internal controls, 22 6.1.3 Complied $50,000 during the financial year. The information relating to the processes, key programmes and events are regularly conducted. 38 8.5 Complied remuneration of the staff must be presented in bands of $100,000. The Board ensures that there is a process to identify, and regularly OR The charity discloses that there is no paid staff, being a 23 6.1.4 Complied monitor and review the charity’s key risks. close member of the family* belonging to the Executive Head* or a governing board member of the charity, who has received The Board approves an annual budget for the charity’s plans and 24 6.2.1 Complied remuneration exceeding $50,000 during the financial year. regularly monitors the charity’s expenditure.

25 Does the charity invest its reserves (e.g. in fixed deposits)? Yes The charity has a documented communication policy on the release 39 of information about the charity and its activities across all media 9.2 Complied The charity has a documented investment policy approved by platforms. 26 6.4.3 Complied the Board.

Did the charity receive cash donations (solicited or unsolicited) 27 Yes during the financial year? Board Meeting Attendance Record All collections received (solicited or unsolicited) are properly 28 7.2.2 Complied Name Attendance Name Attendance accounted for and promptly deposited by the charity. Mr Teo Eng Cheong President 7/7 Ms Koh Shaw Luan 5/7 29 Did the charity receive donations in kind during the financial year? Yes Mr Kenneth Tan Chih-Sien Vice President 7/7 Ms Loo Tze Lui 5/7

All donations in kind received are properly recorded and accounted Mr Tony Soh Cheow Yeow Vice President 7/7 Mr Leon Ng Koh Wee 7/7 30 7.2.3 Complied for by the charity. Mr Teo Zi-Ming Honorary Secretary 7/7 Mr Thomas Pramotedham 6/7

The charity discloses in its annual report — (a) the number of Board Mr Samuel Chan Wei Mun Honorary Treasurer 5/7 Mr Pek Hak Bin 5/7 31 meetings in the financial year; and (b) the attendance of every 8.2 Complied Mr Albert Ching Liang Heng 6/7 Ms Cynthia Tan Guan Hiang 6/7 governing board member at those meetings. Mr Steven Chia Oon Seet 6/7 Mr Adrian Tay Juncheng 7/7 Mr Vincent Ha Kwang Yuen 7/7 Mr Eric Teng Heng Chew 7/7 Mr Ooi Boon Hoe (co-opted) 0/7

42 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 43 Reserves Policy FUNDRAISING PRACTICES YMCA targets for an optimum of three years of operating Policies reserves. These reserves will ensure that our ability to serve the The Association has established guidelines on community is not subjected to the vagaries of the economy. fundraising. These guidelines are based on the As at the end of 2020, our ratio of reserves to annual operating recommendations set out by the National Council of expenditure stands at 0.5 years. Social Service and the Charity Council. YMCA of Singapore is governed by the Constitution of the No staff is involved in setting his or her own remuneration. Staff Association and has complied with the Code of Governance for remuneration is subject to remuneration guidelines approved The restricted funds and their purposes are listed in the Notes to The committee for each fundraising event consists of Charities and Institutions of a Public Character. by the BOD. the Financial Statements. volunteers and is supported by staff. The donors are informed of our objectives and targets. BOARD GOVERNANCE The Association discloses in its annual report (through its YMCA also has other designated and unrestricted funds set aside audited financial statements) the annual remuneration of for various community programmes listed in the Notes to the The operating surpluses of social enterprises in YMCA Office Bearers its three highest paid staff who each receives remuneration Financial Statements. YMCA has also designated a percentage of International House and YMCA Education Services, as At the first meeting of the Board of Directors (“BOD”) held after exceeding $100,000, in bands of $100,000, or the fact that our annual surpluses from our social enterprises for large scale well as the support of regular donors and fund raising, the Annual General Meeting, a President, two Vice Presidents, an none of its top three highest paid staff receives asset renewal as our capital replacement fund. has allowed YMCA to sustain financial stability. Honorary Secretary, and an Honorary Treasurer of the Association more than $100,000. are elected from among the members of the BOD for a period of one year or until their successors are elected. No person is The Association does not have paid staff who are close Investment Committee members of the family of the General Secretary & CEO or BOD, elected as the Honorary Treasurer or otherwise hold the office of The Investment Committee is governed by the Investment who receive more than $50,000 during the year. Honorary Treasurer for more than 4 consecutive terms and such Charter and the Investment Policy Statement which are persons shall only be eligible for re-election as Honorary Treasurer Whistle Blowing Policy regularly reviewed and approved by the BOD to allow for after a lapse of at least 1 year. Since 2017, the practice is for the flexibility according to the market environment. This Committee Honorary Treasurer to be re-elected after a lapse of at least two The YMCA Whistle Blowing policy aims to provide an avenue is appointed by the BOD to exercise prudence and good years to be aligned to the Code of Governance for Charities and for employees and external parties to raise concerns and offer stewardship in relation to the Investible Portion of Reserves Institutions of a Public Character (2017 revision). The current reassurance that they will be protected from victimisation for of the Association. Honorary Treasurer has been elected to the post since July 2020. whistle blowing in good faith. The current objective stipulated in the Investment Policy No Board Members are remunerated for their Board services. This policy covers issues where the following may be Statement is for the Committee to return a 3-Year Rolling-Average suspected: Returns net of fees that is equal or exceed the hurdle rate, defined Executive Committee 1. Corruption; as Singapore’s annualized consumer inflation rate (Consumer The Executive Committee (“ExCo”) comprises the President, 2. Acts of fraud; Price Index) for the same 3-year period (as compiled by the two Vice Presidents, an Honorary Secretary, and an Honorary 3. Theft and/misuse of the Association’s properties, assets or Department of Statistics). Treasurer. It has the executive powers to administer the affairs resources; or of the Association in accordance with its Constitution, Rules 4. Breach of laws. and Regulations and the Board’s policy and provides guidance DISCLOSURE AND TRANSPARENCY and oversight to the Management on the operations of the FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Association. These include the setting of policies on operational There is a Conflict of Interest policy approved by the BOD. matters and approval of expenditures within the financial limits AND CONTROLS Annually, the BOD and Management Staff make declarations of provided for in the Chart of Authority (“COA”) in the normal actual or potential conflicts of interest to the BOD in accordance course of business. ExCo keeps the BOD fully informed on the The BOD ensures that documented procedures are in place with the policy. affairs of the Association and where appropriate, referring certain for financial matters in key areas. The BOD also ensures matters to the BOD for approval. reviews and enhances monitoring on controls, processes, key It is compulsory for all Board members to make annual declaration programmes and events. of interests, to be signed and acknowledged by the President of the Association and presented to the BOD for acceptance. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT The BOD reviews and approves an annual budget for the Association’s plans and regularly monitors There are systems for regular supervision, appraisal and At committee meetings, the General Secretary & CEO of the financial performance. professional development of staff and a system to address Association will announce potential conflict of interest and BOD grievances and resolve conflicts. The HR depar tment is advised members who are faced with a conflict situation are excluded The financial statements of the Association are drawn up by a Human Resource Committee appointed by the BOD. The from decision making processes relating to the matter. in accordance with the Statement of Financial Reporting Committee reviews and advises on all HR policies relating to Standards in Singapore (“FRS”). staff compensation, benefits and strategies to attract, retain and motivate staff, on the receipt of recommendations from the The Association discloses its reserves policy in the General Secretary & CEO. The Committee also advises on talent annual report. identification and development programmes for staff.

The Association does not make any loans.

44 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 45 Financial Strategy

Donations Programmes Fundraising

S s u lu rp rp lu u s S

International Education House Financial Information For Year Ended 31 December 2020 Sources of Income for 2020 Distribution of Donation & Fund $24,910,299 Raising Income for 2020 $2,906,679

Other Fund Raising Income Cost 9% Charitable 7% 4% Activities Donation & 11% Admin Cost Fund Raising 12% Income

Social Charitable 75% Enterprises 82% Expenses

The full audited financial statements can be viewed at the YMCA of Singapore’s corporate website www.ymca.org.sg.

46 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 47 Financial Information 2020 2019 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION S$'000 S$'000

Non-Current Assets 4,236 5,317 Current Assets 32,289 29,478 Total Assets 36,525 34,795

Total Liabilities (4,983) (5,166)

TOTAL FUNDS 31,542 29,629

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Revenue: Education 15,734 13,957 International House 3,012 5,596 Membership 174 338 Community Services 697 376 Volunteer & Youth Development Programmes 187 571 International Service & Outdoor Programmes 218 1,740 Y stands for Youth Donations & Fund Raising Events 2,907 1,200 Corporate Services 1,474 460 Investment Income/ Gain 392 932 We champion, challenge and train youth with special Amortisation of Building Asset Capitalisation Reserve 115 115 24,910 25,285 needs, youth at-risk and youth volunteers to stand up and be counted as independent and effective contributors to an Costs: Education 13,559 12,400 inclusive society. International House 5,045 6,512 Membership 496 451 Community Services 2,210 1,310 Volunteer & Youth Development Programmes 674 943 International Service & Outdoor Programmes 350 1,765 Donations & Fund Raising Events 265 210 Corporate Services 186 741 Investment Expenses/Loss 1 23 Non Operating Expenses/Income 96 91 22,882 24,446

TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS)/INCOME 2,028 839

STATEMENT OF CASHFLOW

Net cash effect of operating activities 2,606 94 Net cash effect of investing activities 1,146 12,824 Net change in cash and cash equivalents 3,752 12,918 Cash and cash equivalents as at 1 January 24,691 11,773 Cash and cash equivalents as at 31 December 28,443 24,691