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02 10 34 76 About Leadership Signature Giving in Tan Chin Tuan Programmes ASEAN Foundation 12 CEO’s 62 86 04 Message Community Our Our Philosophy of Development Beneficiaries Giving & Causes 16 06 Education Chairman’s Message

Built in the 1930s, the private residence of Tan Sri Tan’s family is used today for business, philanthropic and social purposes by the Tecity Group and its philanthropic arm, the Tan Chin Tuan Foundation.

1 About Tan Chin Tuan Foundation

The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation was established in 1976年，银行家慈善家已故丹斯里陈振传博士 (1908- Singapore by the late banker and philanthropist 2005）在新加坡创立陈振传基金会。 Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan (1908 – 2005) in 1976. 丹斯里陈振传博士的信条是：生活是要过得幸福和充实， Tan Sri Tan believed in leading a happy and purposeful 并要把自己在事业上的收获与没有自己幸运的人分享。 life, and in sharing the rewards of a highly illustrious career with those less fortunate. 他常伸出援手帮助有需要的人，也支持有益于社会的 慈善事业。 He reached out to the deserving and supported charitable causes, which helped to improve society. 秉着创办人的“取之于社会，用之于社会”的理念， Upholding our founder’s giving philosophy, the 基金会所支持的项目和事业实际可行、可持续、而且 foundation supports causes and initiatives that are 管理得当。基金会顾及不断演变的社会需求，取得了 viable, sustainable and well-managed with definable 显著的社会成效。 social outcomes, taking into account evolving social needs.

Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan and Puan Sri Helene Tan (centre)

2 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018

tctf ar2016-18_lay-FA2.indd 2 31/5/19 5:06 PM VISION To lead in the way philanthropy is practised by inspiring others through our words and deeds.

MISSION We strive to achieve optimal social outcomes that are measurable and sustainable, particularly in education and community development.

We encourage collaborations amongst deserving groups to achieve a multiplier and lasting benefit.

3 Our Philosophy of Giving & Causes

OUR CONTRIBUTION MUST GENERATE INCREASE EFFICIENCY AND ENHANCE SYNERGY A SOCIAL RETURN Implementing accountability and efficiency measures Each donation is a social investment which should on each beneficiary organisation helps to gear them generate a social return. The “yield in good” should to think through their objectives for seeking funds and be high. Each gift should reach out to as many to ensure that the desired outcomes are achievable. beneficiaries as possible, whether immediately or Catalysing collaborations between organisations with over a longer term. common objectives is another way to stretch the reach of the donation. CLEAR AND MEASURABLE OUTCOME TO BENEFIT MANY GIVE WITH KINDNESS The evaluation of the impact of our donations is Whilst resources of time and money are allocated purposeful, with clear and measurable outcomes, strategically, grants and programmes are carried out answering questions such as “How much impact has with thoughtfulness, sincerity and compassion. this donation made in helping or improving society?” and “Can the social investment be made differently to achieve a better outcome?”

5% Children and Youth

24 Education 40 Community

14 Health 6 11 Disabled Aged

4 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 捐赠要产生社会回报 提高效率并增强协同效应 正如企业里每一元的投资要产生经济回报，同样在慈善事 提高效率是扩大捐款的一个方法。我们支持那些自助， 业中，每笔捐赠也要产生社会回报。 管理完善和高效率的慈善机构。实行问责制和提高效率能 让机构有机会思考他们寻求资金的主要目标。这也能让它 其结果将回答以下问题“这笔捐款将为社会带来多少影响 们确保它们所设立的目标是可实现的。 和改变？这种社会投资是否可以达到更好的效应？” 以善为本的给予 成果明确和可衡量，而且使多人收益 时间和金钱要战略性地分配。体贴、诚心和恻隐之心是执 这个原则确保基金会的捐款更有效应和意义。在理想的情 行捐赠方案的宗旨。 况下，基金会的捐款应该使更多人立即或长期收益。

“Our driving force is family unity. That is why to a large extent we have such a broad spectrum of causes that we support.

We have champions for each cause on the council. Whatever impact we hope to achieve, there must be a multiplier effect and sustainability.”

TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San, Interview with Asian Philanthropy Circle

Photo: NUS-YNC – The Power of Potential, December 2013

5 Chairman's Message

DR TAN KHENG LIAN

In the three years from 2016 to 2018, The latter was part of the Tan Chin Tuan the foundation continued to deepen the Centennial Concert Series, which was nature of our support to organisations in started in 2008, the Birth Centennial Year the social service space, by connecting of the founder, to spread the joy of music groups to one another. to charities. For many beneficiaries, it was also their first time at the Esplanade We worked with the Esplanade to for a concert. We were glad that the level provide angklung classes for the elderly of community engagement was high. and to invite the senior citizens from To see people from all walks of life, and different charities to Mother’s Day especially seniors who lived alone or in concerts with their loved ones at the rental flats, coming out to enjoy an Esplanade Concert Hall. outing was satisfying.

6 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Reunion of Tan Chin Tuan Medallists, 2018

Helping needy undergraduates fulfil their educational Where possible, we participated in discussions on aspirations was a priority for us. The foundation topical issues by convening stakeholders in the public, gave more to support deserving students through private and philanthropic networks. In 2017, we scholarships. From 2017, new undergraduate Tan Sri invited Singapore’s Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan- (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholarships were made available Jin to a discussion on corporate and social services. at the Singapore Institute of Technology. The foundation’s philanthropic footprint in ASEAN Also, the foundation cast its net to reach out to past is modest but gratifying. We supported healthcare and present scholarship recipients. In 2018, we missions to neighbouring countries, such as initiated a reunion with recipients of the Tan Chin Cambodia, Myanmar and the Philippines. I volunteered Tuan Medal, an education award started by my as an ophthalmologist on these charitable missions. father in 1959 for the top students at Anglo-Chinese School, now Anglo-Chinese Junior College. The cosy We live in turbulent and fast-changing times, but the gathering over lunch at the conservation house of the foundation strives to assist where we can, hoping to Tan Chin Tuan Mansion, which was home to Tan Sri touch others through acts of assistance and kindness. Tan, brought back memories of their schooldays, and served to bring the different generations together.

7 2017年7月24日, 陈琼莲医生 (左) 参加英华自主中学丹斯里陈振传博士大礼堂重新开幕式。 主席致词 2015年起大礼堂进行了重大的维修与翻新工程, 并于2017年重新开放使用。

陈琼莲医生

在2016年至2018年的三年中， 说，这也是他们第一次来滨海艺术 基金会通过联络不同的群体，继续 中心听音乐会。我们很高兴社区参 深化我们支持社会服务领域各个组 与程度很高。观众来自各行各业， 织的本质。 特别对于那些独居或住在租凭组屋 的老人，他们能来享受这样的外出 我们与滨海艺术中心合作，为乐龄 也是令人欣慰的。 人士提供印尼安格隆演奏课程，并 邀请来自不同志愿福利组织的老年 帮助有需要的本科生实现他们的教 人与他们的亲朋好友在滨海艺术中 育愿望是我们的首要任务。 本基 心音乐厅举行母亲节音乐会。这样 金会通过奖学金的形式为更多的学 的活动也是陈振传世纪音乐会系列 生提供支持。从2017年开始，丹 的一部分，该系列活动始于2008 斯里陈振传博士奖学金也对新加 年，也是纪念创始人的百年诞辰， 坡理工大学（SIT）的本科学生开 旨在向慈善机构及其受惠人传播音 放申请。 一如既往，陈琼莲医生会见陈振传基金会受 益者们。 乐所带来的享受。于许多受益者来

8 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 陈琼莲医生 (左) 邀请安微尼 亚山医院的修女们一同参观滨 海湾花园。

同时，基金会联络过往和现今的受 我们尽可能继续参加热点问题的讨 惠人。2018年，我们发起了与陈 论，召集公众、私人和慈善网络的相 振传奖章的获奖者们团聚会。这个 关负责人参与。 2017年，我们邀请 教育奖项是我父亲于1959年为英 了新加坡议会议长陈川仁，讨论企业 华学校的优异学生开设的，现在也 和社会服务的话题。 开放给英华初级学院 (ACJC) 的 学生。舒适的见面会是在陈振传大 我们基金会在东盟的慈善足迹质朴 厦举行的，我们一同在丹斯里的故 且喜人。 本基金会支持邻国的医疗 居享用午餐。那里勾起了获奖者们 保健事工，如柬埔寨, 缅甸和菲律宾 学生时代的回忆，并将不同年代的 等。我本人作为眼科医生也志愿参加 获奖人聚集到一起。 这样的慈善事工并提供服务。

我们所处的时代变化莫测，但本基金 会将一如既往地努力提供帮助，以助 2017年, 陈琼莲医生 (左) 前往缅甸, 为当地 人和善行触动他人。 的居民提供免费的医疗服务。

9 Leadership

DR TAN KHENG LIAN Chairman

MS CHEW GEK KHIM MS CHEW GEK HIANG Deputy Chairman Council Member

10 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 MR CHEW KWEE SAN PROFESSOR CHAM TAO SOON Council Member Council Member

MR ERIC TENG MS YAP SU-YIN Advisor Chief Executive Officer

11 CEO's Message

YAP SU-YIN

In 2017, the Tan Chin Tuan Foundation (TCTF) marked Education plays a big part. As a “Benefactor”, its 40th anniversary since Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan TCTF established new scholarships at the Singapore established his family foundation in 1976 with the Institute of Technology, so that in just three to foresight that it would be a way for his family to rally four years, capable undergraduates from humble their resources for the betterment of society. backgrounds who may have studied at ITE and polytechnics, could graduate with a tertiary degree Compared to the 1970s, Singapore has become and start earning degree-level salaries, thus turning more affluent. Its nationals are global citizens who their families’ financial challenges around in just have access to education and jobs. Year on year, one generation. donations to charitable causes increased, indicating a more generous population. There are now over 2,200 We believe in empowering people to become partners. registered charities serving diverse causes. As an “Aggregator”, our role entails coalescing resources towards issues that face the less privileged, Still, there is more to be done. As the foundation’s so that positive change can take place and snowball. council members constantly remind the team: How At the Singapore Management University (SMU), can we stretch the donation dollar for more impactful undergraduates can apply their skills in fundraising, outcomes? In what ways can we deepen our digital marketing and hone their business acumen as relationships with our grant recipients? Where can part of a new initiative funded by the foundation, called we catalyse goodwill, nurture networks, aggregate the SMU-TCTF Summer Attachment and Industry resources strategically? With whom can we co-curate Learning (SAIL) Programme. The students’ attachment partnerships to empower positive change? to social service organisations, which kicks off in 2019,

Ms Yap autographing books with the young writers NAFA Chairman Ms Low Sin Leng, Ms Yap and Minister for during the More Than Words Book Launch, 2017. Education Mr Ong Ye Kung at the launch of NAFA's 80th anniversary celebrations, 2018.

12 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 present opportunities to deepen their understanding of working in Singapore’s non-profit sector.

We are heartened when positive impact cascades and brings sustainability. At Yong-en Care Centre, a charity located in Chinatown, the internship programme funded by TCTF seeded positive outcomes, when two interns progressed to become staff. They now contribute to this charity’s mission of helping the elderly afflicted with dementia, as well as supporting children and families in need.

Where are the storms in people’s lives? Where can TCTF continue to serve, and be of comfort to those in need? Responding to a donation appeal from St. John’s Home for Elderly Persons, where the elderly residents were doing all they could to raise funds for a new sheltered home, TCTF stepped up to help by funding a new clinic, which will be part of the Home’s efforts to offer better healthcare to its frail residents. Visiting charities in Thailand, 2018

The current donation by Tan Sri Tan’s grandchildren mirrored a similar response by their grandparents. About 50 years ago, Tan Sri Tan and his wife Puan Sri Helene Tan rendered assistance too, when this Home sought help to expand its facilities to house a growing number of destitute seniors.

We aspire to carry the foundation’s mission and the legacy of Tan Sri Tan onwards, so that we continually make a difference with love and compassion. The potential to care and render hope fuel our work.

Project WISH 2016

13 主行政总裁 致词

叶苏莹

2017年，陈振传基金会已经成立了 可以加深与受惠者的关系？我们怎 40周年。早在1976年，丹斯里陈 样才能重塑人们的生命，使他们的 振传博士创办了这个家族基金会， 生活更加有意义和尊严？我们在哪 远见卓识地为他的家族提供了这个 里可以催化善意，建立关系网络， 集结资源以改善社会的途径。 战略性地聚合资源？ 哪些人可以 和我们成为共同策划地合作伙伴关 与20世纪70年代相比，新加坡变 系，以促进积极的变革？ 得更加富裕。 其国民是获得教育和 就业机会的全球公民。对慈善事业 教育占本基金会慈善事业中的很大 的捐款逐年增加，表明新加坡人更 一部分。在新加坡理工大学（SIT） 加慷慨。现在全国有超过2,200家 新设立丹斯里陈振传博士奖项，目 注册慈善机构为各种慈善事业提供 的是在短短三到四年内，能够使那 服务。 些通过工艺教育学院（ITE）或者理 工学院路径求学的学子，就是那些 当然，社会上还有很多需要。陈振 虽然背景卑微却有能力的学子获得 传基金会的理事会经常以如下问题 高等教育，并赚得学位水平的薪资 提醒整个工作团队：我们如何才能 收入，从而在他们这代人身上改变 更好地使用每新元的善款以获得更 家庭的经济困难状况。 具影响力的成果？ 我们在哪些方面

2018年，南洋理工大学市长班参观陈振传公馆。陈振传基金会主行政总裁叶苏莹女士（左） 向学员赠送书籍。

14 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 2018陈振传护士奖颁奖仪式，周玉香女士（左四，陈振传基金会理事会成员）与基金会工作团队合影。

本基金会相信要赋予人们能力成为 目取得显著成效。 两名实习生逐渐 肩负基金会的使命和传承丹斯里的 合作伙伴。作为“聚合者”，我们 成为员工。 他们现在为这个慈善机 遗志，我们将继续以仁爱之心带来 的角色就是在少有特权的事务上整 构的使命贡献力量，帮助罹患老年 改变。关怀和希望带来的潜力驱动 合资源，为要促成积极的变化并让 痴呆症的老人，并支持需要帮助的 我们向前。 善行滚雪球式增加。 在新加坡管理 儿童和家庭。 大学 (SMU) ，我们启动管理大学- 陈振传基金会（SMU-TCTF）暑 人们生活中的暴风雨在哪里发生， 期额外行业学习计划。作为基金会 陈振传基金会岂不就是在哪里提供 资助的新计划之一，本科生可以在 安慰吗？圣约翰老人之家提出捐款 其中将他们的技能应用于筹款、数 呼吁，他们需要善款建造新楼，陈 字营销和磨练他们的商业头脑。从 振传基金会就及时提供帮助，资助 2019年开始，那些慈善受益人 其中的新诊所，以便满足老人之家 的学生们，我们提供给他们加深理 中那些虚弱老人的医疗需要。陈振 解对在新加坡非营利行业工作的 传家族中第三代的投资人影射了他 机会。 们的祖辈的善行。将近50年前，陈 振传和他的夫人普安斯利陈海伦也 看到积极的举措继续传递，我们备 向圣约翰老人之家提供援助，那时 受鼓舞。在位于牛车水的永恩关怀 他们的需要是扩建设施以接纳更多

中心，我们赞助种子基金的实习项 贫困老人。 陈振传基金会参与安老协会的活动。

15 Education

“My grandfather’s life revolved around what he believed in. People can take away every material thing you have but they cannot take away your education, values and beliefs. You must fight for these things and you work towards it because then you can make a difference.”

TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang shared this message with the foundation's scholars during the annual Scholars' Tea, 2016.

Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan was an avid advocate of life-long learning. The foundation continues his passion to raise the quality of research and education through professorships, scholarships, bursaries, supporting strategic programmes at the varsities and by encouraging knowledge-sharing among various educational institutions.

At tertiary institutions such as the National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Yale-NUS College, the foundation’s endowments have supported several sterling programmes. These include the Tan Chin Tuan Professorships, Exchange Fellowships, Executive Leadership Training Programmes and Lecture Series. Over time, these programmes have strengthened the capability of local universities to advance the standard of research and to attract foreign research talent for the benefit of Singapore and the community.

16 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Puan Sri Helene Tan Chin Tuan scholars from Methodist Girls' School, 2016

17 Professorships

TAN CHIN TUAN CENTENNIAL FUND A $20 million Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Fund established at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) contributed towards initiatives to promote research and academic excellence, particularly in the field of Engineering, as well as closer intellectual and cultural ties between Singapore and China.

• Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Professorship in Engineering • Tan Chin Tuan Exchange Fellowships in Engineering • TCTF-NTU Advanced Leadership Development Workshops & Scholarships • Tan Chin Tuan Gold Medal • Scholarships for NTU’s Mayors’ Class pursuing the Master of Science in Managerial Economics The foundation's third Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Professor at NTU, Prof Subodh G. Mhaisalkar delivered a lecture on sustainability & Master of Public Administration Programmes challenges in a tropical megacity at the annual Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Professorship Lecture, 2016.

Left-right: Ms Chew, NTU Pro-Chancellor Jennie Chua, NTU President Emeritus Prof Cham, NTU President Prof Subra Suresh, Singapore Ambassador to China H.E. Stanley Loh, NTU Trustee Mr Zainul Abidin Rasheed, NTU Alumni Association (Cambodia) President Mr Pengty Ngor, NTU Vice President (Alumni and Advancement) Prof Alan Chan and Ms Yap at the NTU Convocation in China, 2018.

18 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 A founding benefactor of Yale-NUS College, Singapore’s first liberal arts college, the foundation’s $10 million endowment fund kick-started initiatives that promote greater understanding about China and Chinese civilisation. Tan Sri Tan’s quote, “Life is a marathon, not a sprint” is emblazoned in the Tan Chin Tuan Lecture Theatre at the Yale-NUS College campus.

• Tan Chin Tuan Professorship in China / Chinese Studies • Tan Chin Tuan Chinese Culture and Civilisation Programme for undergraduates, including full scholarships for Chinese language immersion courses in China and Taiwan.

“Your gift has continued to support Prof Scott Cook’s work, including the establishment of a Chinese Studies minor at Yale-NUS and the invitation of prominent academic speakers to deliver a lecture series at the College. The Chinese Language Scholarship continues to impact our community of learning, with students embarking on different Chinese language immersion programmes in China and Taiwan.”

Yale-NUS College President Tan Tai Yong

“I had the chance to meet Professor Mei Jianjun in Singapore. He visited Singapore at the behest of the Tan Chin Tuan Foundation, which had contributed substantially to the Needham Research Institute. The conference was an outcome of the global networking efforts of the Tan Chin Tuan Foundation, which sponsored

Prof Scott Cook (front row, fourth from left) and Prof Mei Jianjun (centre), Director of the the conference.” Needham Research Institute which Tan Sri Tan's donation helped to establish, co-chaired Tan Chin Tuan Professor the “International Academic Conference on Philosophy and Technology in Early China” at Yale-NUS College in 2017. in Chinese Studies Scott Cook

EDUCATION 19 Professorships

TAN CHIN TUAN CENTENNIAL PROFESSORS The foundation has made significant donations for research. These initiatives include the set-up of four Tan Chin Tuan Centennial (TCTC) Professorships at National University of Singapore (NUS) various disciplines, in perpetuity.

Seated left-right: Senior Deputy President & Provost TCTC Prof Ho Teck Hua, TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang, NUS President Prof Tan Eng Chye, TCTF Council Member Prof Cham Tao Soon and TCTC Prof Barry Halliwell at the annual lunch gathering in 2018. Standing left-right: NUS Vice President (Endowment and Institutional Development) Ms Jenny Lee, TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin, TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San, TCTF Advisor Mr Eric Teng and TCTC Prof Shen Zuowei.

TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim shared stories from her grandfather’s time with TCTC Professor (Engineering) Luke Lee.

TCTC Professors from NUS reconnected with the TCTF Council at the Tan Chin Tuan Mansion in 2017.

20 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang and Mr Lee Kok Wah.

TCTF continued its support to NUS over the years by donating to the EW Barker Centre for Law & Business in 2016 and the Wee Chong Jin Moot Court in 2017.

WEE CHONG JIN MOOT COURT NUS GREATER GOOD SERIES — PAYING IT FORWARD The foundaton donated to the Wee Chong Organised by NUS, this event brought to life the concept of the Jin Moot Court named in honour of the circle of giving through stories of the late Tan Sri Tan as shared by contributions of Singapore’s former Chief his granddaughter, Ms Chew Gek Hiang and former scholarship Justice, the late Mr Wee Chong Jin, who recipient Mr Lee Kok Wah. Having come from a humble was a close family friend of Tan Sri Tan. background, Mr Lee shared with NUS alumni that it was due to his parents’ belief in the value of education and scholarships from OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF EW BARKER CENTRE Tan Sri Tan, which enabled him to graduate from university. FOR LAW & BUSINESS The foundation donated to the EW Barker Mr Lee recounted how Tan Sri Tan went the extra mile by Centre for Law and Business, which was introducing the young scholar to other business leaders. Taking launched by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong a leaf from Tan Sri Tan’s example, Mr Lee donated to NUS as (centre, next to E W Barker’s wife Mrs Gloria well. He showed how those who benefitted from Tan Sri Tan’s Barker) at the NUS Bukit Timah Campus generosity continued to give back to help the less fortunate, on 29 May 2017. TCTF Council Member perpetuating Tan Sri Tan’s firm belief that access to education Mr Chew Kwee San (far right) represented can transform lives. TCTF at the official launch.

EDUCATION 21 Scholarships

Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan was a passionate advocate for life-long learning. The foundation has continued his legacy in supporting this cause.

The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation bestows a range of scholarships and academic awards to recognise the achievements of bright, deserving students of exemplary character, conduct and academic achievements.

Anglo-Chinese School

Tan Sri Tan set up several scholarships at the Anglo-Chinese Schools (ACS). He named them after esteemed educators, who made significant contributions to ACS, so as to honour their memory.

In 1998, Tan Sri Tan established the Puan Sri Helene Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship at the Methodist Girls’ School (MGS) to commemorate his wife’s dedication to her family and society.

In 2019, MGS started to revamp its Puan Sri Helene Tan Chin Tuan Library with sponsorship from the foundation.

Hwa Chong Institution

22 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 THE ANGLO-CHINESE SCHOOLS CB Paul Scholarship Goh Hood Keng Scholarship Hoisington Scholarship Lee Hah Ing Scholarship Nagle Scholarship Oldham Scholarship Peach Scholarship Tan Chin Tuan Medal Thio Chan Bee Scholarship

METHODIST GIRLS’ SCHOOL Puan Sri Helene Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship

NANYANG ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Anglo-Chinese School Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship for Creative Education Tan Chin Tuan Merit Award

Methodist Girls' School HWA CHONG INSTITUTION, NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC, REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC AND SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship

YALE-NUS COLLEGE Chinese Language Scholarship

LEMBAGA BIASISWA KENANGAN MAULUD (LBKM) Bursary

GRACE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL IN CHIANGMAI, THAILAND Returning Alumni Scholarship Senior Excellence Scholarship Dedication service of the Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Auditorium at Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) on 24 July 2017. ST JOSEPH’S INSTITUTION Left: TCTF Chairman Dr Tan Kheng Lian. Right: ACS Board of Governors Chairman Mr Richard INTERNATIONAL MALAYSIA Seow and ACS (Independent) Principal Mr Winston Hodge. Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship

23 Scholarships

Our scholars are encouraged to give back to the community through initiatives run by TCTF, including our internship programme. Our Tête-à-Tête @ TCTF Series of networking teas, hosted at the Tan Chin Tuan Mansion, present yet another way for award recipients to maintain links with their alma mater and with TCTF.

The scholars’ tea session has become a platform for our council members and scholars to interact. During the session, we share the legacy of our founder, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan, to TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim (centre), enable our guests to understand the TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin philanthropic mission of the foundation. (first from left) with MGS Principal Ms Grace Ng (first from right) and scholars at MGS Founder’s Day 2018.

Ms Chew and Puan Sri Helene Tan Chin Tuan scholar Gwee Yi Xin, 2018.

24 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 “Your generosity has not only aided me financially, but also motivated me to work harder towards my aspiration and give back to the community. I hope that one day I will be able to help other students achieve their goals just like how you have helped me.” Ang Wen Hui, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar AY 2017/18, AY 2018/19 and Valedictorian in 2019, Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences with Merit, Republic Polytechnic

In addition to interviews conducted to select scholars, TCTF is invited to Awards and Graduation Ceremonies of these schools to meet and congratulate the scholars, deepening the interaction between donor and scholarship recipients.

Ngee Ann Polytechnic Republic Polytechnic

TCTF Manager Ms Angeline Kwong at the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Award Ceremony. Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts President Mr Chia Mia Chiang and award recipients.

EDUCATION 25 Scholarships

“My 10 weeks in Taiwan were possibly some of the best weeks of my life. I find myself yearning to take my appreciation of Chinese language and culture to the next level. My heartfelt thanks for supporting my studies and changing my perspectives!” Joel Tan, Yale-NUS College Class of 2020

Yale-NUS College

“Due to the generosity of the foundation, the experience I gained while studying in Beijing, my perspective about the importance of China in international and domestic policy decisions, have transformed in a way not attainable by sitting in any lecture or tutorial.” Third from right: Brianna Leatherwood, Yale-NUS College Class of 2020

26 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Nanyang Technological University

“I co-founded a start-up called Green Boulevard with a social mission to reduce pollution and promote environmental awareness in our local community. I hope that my start-up can create a social impact like Tan Chin Tuan Foundation. This scholarship serves as a big motivation for me to break my

limits to achieve the unthinkable.” Inaugural Tan Chin Tuan Gold Medallist 2017 Mr Ma Zhiming. The gold medallist in 2018 was Second from right: Koh Wei Jin, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar Mr Feng Tao. AY 2017/18, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, NTU

Marking their graduation from NTU's MME & MPA courses at the NTU Convocation Ceremony in Beijing, China were TCTF scholars from the Mayors' Class 2017.

Seated left-right: NTU HSS Chair Prof Liu Hong; From TCTF: Council Member Prof Cham Tao Soon, Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim & Advisor Mr Eric Teng, TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin (standing, third from right) and Valedictorian Mr Jiang Zhongdong (behind Ms Chew), who is Party Secretary and Chairman of the Board of Beijing Aerospace Measurement and Control Technology Co. Ltd.

EDUCATION 27 Scholars in Action

Past and present TCTF scholars contribute to the community in their own ways. Some volunteer their time and talents. Others bring their networks, family and friends to help when the opportunities arise.

“My involvement with the More Than Words programme to teach creative writing at Lakeside Family Service Centre (Jurong West) in 2016 and 2017 has shown me that arts has the potential to be both the blank canvas for a better future, as well as the colour that gives meaning to the present. It has certainly been for me.” Samuel Wee, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar AY 2015/16, Bachelor of Arts in English, NTU “This scholarship has motivated me to work harder to achieve better academic results and to serve the community actively. I am grateful for the variety of volunteering and internship opportunities. The experience I had broadened my horizon.” Teo Pei Qin, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar 2017 & 2018, Hwa Chong Institution

Jakin Tan, Hoisington scholar 2018, ACJC

28 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 By Ernest Seah, Tan Chin Tuan Scholar for Creative Education (Diploma) AY 2018/19, NAFA.

Brian Leung, Goh Hood Keng scholar 2016, ACS (Independent)

“I am honoured and grateful to receive the Tan Chin Tuan Merit Award and this has motivated me to work even harder for my studies. Thanks to the foundation’s generosity, I am now one step closer to my goal of pursuing a degree at NTU. Thank you for your kindness and faith in me and I look forward to contributing back to the society in the near future.” Right: Tan De Hao, Diploma in Screen Media, NAFA, Tan Chin Tuan Merit Award recipient and videographer for the More Than Words 2018 book launch.

EDUCATION 29 Scholars in Action

“Genuine, supportive, accepted and precious. The bond that the team had made the mural come to life. The sincere conversations with the elderly residents who came by to appreciate our work brought a smile to their faces. It was truly heart-warming to witness our impact on the elderly.” Shirley Tan, Tan Chin Tuan Scholar for Creative Education (Diploma) AY 2016/17, NAFA

Left-right: NAFA TCT Merit Award recipient Esther Tan, volunteer Mrs Jeannie Tien, TCTF CEO Ms Yap and Shirley Tan, volunteered to paint the wall mural in Society for the Aged Sick. Shirley and Ms Yap co-wrote a skit for the official launch of the mural, in time for the National Day 2017 celebrations.

Ong Siew Woon, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar Lewis Tan, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar AY 2017/18, SIT AY 2018/19, SIT

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The first batch of Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholars at SIT was selected in February. Scholarship recipient and Hospitality Business student Ms Eunice Goh said she felt deeply grateful towards the Foundation, and also that the scholarship would help her to excel academically and lessen the financial burden on her family. “One day, I hope to work in a role where I can help children and senior citizens with their dietary needs. Receiving the scholarship has boosted my confidence that I can pursue my two passions of event management and nutrition and use them to impact society positively in future,” shared Eunice. Bachelor of Hospitality Business with Honours students Mr Jonathan Lim and Ms Eunice Goh are among the first Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholars at SIT. The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation was established by the late banker and The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation Makes philanthropist Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan to share with society the rewards of a Possible New Scholarship at SIT highly illustrious career. Tan Sri (Dr) Tan, a The Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship at SIT encourages respected community leader of his time, rendered assistance to the deserving and academic excellence and nurtures undergraduates who provided services that helped uplift the have made significant contributions to SIT or the community less fortunate.

As a dedicated philanthropic leader for community development and education in Singapore, The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation has contributed significantly to the nation’s educational landscape. Recently, it once again made a commitment to nurture excellence among Singapore’s youth by establishing the Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT).

From Academic Year (AY) 2017/18 onwards, five scholarships (valued at $8,000 each) will be awarded annually to academically promising and well-rounded students from Ms Yap Su-Yin, Chief Executive Officer, The Tan Chin Tuan Foundation (second SITizen Newsletter, SIT-conferred degree or joint degree programmes. from left), together with SIT staff during a recent visit to SIT. Issue 18 (2018)

Singapore Institute of Technology

In 2017, TCTF extended scholarships to undergraduates from Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). The scholars joined TCTF for a few community events including Project WISH in 2018. During the Scholars' Tea in 2019, Lewis Tan, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar AY 2018/19 shared his personal experiences in overcoming the odds.

EDUCATION 31 Internship

Each year, youths and academic award recipients supported by the foundation are welcomed on board TCTF’s internship programme. Interns are given a taste of the work of the foundation, enabling them to gain more knowledge of the social services sector and contribute to the community through practical work.

Besides working closely with the TCTF programme team to plan and implement initiatives for charity beneficiaries and collaborate with charity partners, the interns may also be attached to one or two charity partners to learn more about a specific cause and gain hands-on experience of the charity’s work.

The interns also gain more insight into the work of the foundation and the social service sector through attending meetings with TCTF staff, keeping up with media coverage on the social service sector and conducting research on specific issues.

Interns on a Mission to Serve TCTF interns are empowered as catalysts and co-drivers of meaningful projects.

CLEMENT LIM ERIKA MACASIEB ETHEL CHENG IGNATIUS PEREIRA Clement facilitated Erika led a mansion tour Ethel wrote manuals on Ignatius was seconded a More Than Words for scholars to share with how to maintain and to YMCA and engaged Workshop at Lakeside them the legacy of our repair wheelchairs for special needs Family Services in 2017. founder in 2018. Kampung Senang in 2016. beneficiaries in 2018.

32 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Drawing from their involvement in Project Cheer 2017 from start to finish, Hannah Wee and Tan Kah Min updated the TCTF Project Cheer Handbook. This resource booklet is used by students to guide their planning and implementing of community projects, and is particularly helpful for planning community activities.

“The work at the Foundation has honed my work ethic and exposed me to the different needs in the Social Service Sector. This learning journey has contributed to my aspirations to be a social worker benefiting the needy.”

Hannah Wee

PERRY KWAN SHERNISE NG TAN KAH MIN VALERIE KOK Perry facilitated a More Shernice guided children Kah Min participated in Valerie was an emcee Than Words Workshop at a culinary workshop several Project Cheer for a World Environment for Ang Mo Kio Family conducted by SHATEC sessions in 2017. Day event at Google Service Centre in 2016. in 2016. organised by TCTF and Encore! in 2017.

EDUCATION 33 Signature Programmes

“While the immediate aim is to help the needy, the objective is also to inspire those beneficiaries who succeed to contribute to society in their own ways.”

TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San

34 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 More Than Words Showcase 2016

35 More Than Words

Creativity. Imagination. Experiential Learning.

In line with TCTF’s focus on education and community development, complimentary workshops in speech & drama, music and dance broadened the children’s learning horizons.

Beneficiaries could perform onstage in a showcase for their friends and families, or be published in a children’s book.

Over time, the exposure to storytelling, plays and concerts gave them opportunities to express themselves creatively. They gained greater self- confidence as their reading and communication skills improved.

More Than Words Showcase 2016

36 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 BEHIND THE SCENES

In 2016, this book delved into how to be true to ourselves and sincere in our relationships with others. It encouraged children to cherish the values of Compassion, Courage, Determination, Gratitude and Respect.

The Theatre Factory trained children from PPIS Student Care Centre (Bedok), who performed “The Little Prince” for the 2016 Showcase.

Care Community Services Society

Percussion Music Workshop by OneHeartBeat Percussions

Morning Star Community Services

Angklung Music Workshop by Sri Warisan

Society of Sheng Hong Welfare Services

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In 2017, “To Gather, Together” signified the strength of unity that “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” When we come together with open hearts and open minds, we grow connections with one another through understanding and appreciation. To embrace inclusivity, the book was Dance Workshop by Little Arts Academy launched at the Enabling Village.

Creative Expression Workshops “Stories in a bag” by Playeum

TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim during the hat-making activity at the More Than Words Book Launch, 2017.

Training-the-Trainers by Singapore Repertory Theatre

38 Enjoying past More Than Words books.

Karen Lee telling the story of Billy Jackson Hat adapted from one of the children's stories.

Roger Jenkins and deaf mime storyteller Gophi Nathan. TCTF staff, scholars and volunteers.

“More Than Words is the exact representation as its title in practice. It brings together a network of partners of a leading charity foundation like TCTF to contribute to their beneficiaries in our community, to spread joy to the children and adults involved in a selfless manner. Being involved in similar activities within the community in Singapore for over 20 years, I am so happy to be a part of this programme. It is an honour to be associated with this successful programme under TCTF!”

John Cunningham, Founder and Creative Director, ACTs of life

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 39 BEHIND THE SCENES

In 2018, we celebrated the fifth edition of our More Than Words book. The theme “WE CAN – Create, Contribute, Care, Connect, Cherish” encouraged all to care for our environment, contribute to society and cherish the connections we have with one another. Experiential Learning Excursion, “HortPark Adventure: The Tale of Peter Rabbit” by ACTs of life

Storytelling workshop “Make Me a Storyteller” by Sheila Wee

Little Arts Academy

Speech and Drama Workshops by ACTs of life

40 Children from PPIS Student Care Centre (Bedok) stretched their imagination to create unique costumes using recycled materials for the 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Fashion Show.

PPIS Student Care Centre (Bedok)

Children were given complimentary copies of the More Than Words book during the launch at the Central Public Library, in collaboration with the National Library Board.

Lakeside Student Care Centre

“Our children not only improved in their reading and communication skills, they also grew in confidence through the exposure.”

Kalthom Kassim, Centre Manager, PPIS Student Care Centre (Jurong)

Dance rendition of Baby Shark song by PPIS Student Care Centre (Jurong)

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 41 Project Cheer

Project Cheer was started in 2008 as part of the Birth Centennial celebrations of TCTF’s founder Tan Sri Tan. It was also to encourage TCTF’s supported charities and beneficiaries to pay-it-forward by bringing cheer to the less privileged.

Since 2014, TCTF has partnered Anglo-Chinese Junior College (ACJC) for Project Cheer. Between 2016 and 2018, more than 430 ACJC students connected with 1,640 beneficiaries from TCTF-supported charities.

Society of Sheng Hong Welfare Services Bethesda Care Services Photo: Mervyn Sek, ACJC

Life Student Care (Parkview) Canossaville Children & Community Services

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tctf ar2016-18_lay-FA2_TP.indd 42 31/5/19 5:33 PM With TCTF’s facilitation, the student met representatives from different charities to scope possible activities and venues to hold the Project Cheer session. Student leaders pooled their own volunteers. Together they devised activities with the children before teaming up with their young mentees to bring cheer to the elderly. This “double- layered” approach promoted multi-generational bonding. Students were empowered to tailor sessions after understanding the beneficiaries’ needs and profiles.

Student leaders shared their key takeaways at the Project Cheer Closing Tea led by Mr Mervyn Sek.

“To know that many people came together for the sake of others is not the same as having fun with friends and family, where we often consider self-fulfilment. To know that people love other people, is honestly such a miracle.”

Claudia Chua, ACJC student

The ACJC teams put together their learning points on reflection boards, which were showcased at the Project Cheer Closing Tea.

TCTF Council Members presented our charity partners with tokens of appreciation and commended students on their active involvement in Project Cheer.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 43 Project Cheer

The Project Cheer sessions culminated in the Project Cheer Closing Tea, which was an excellent time for sharing and recognition of all involved.

PPIS Student Care Centre (Bedok and Jurong) received the special recognition award from TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang for going the extra mile to support students in their Project Cheer session.

TCTF Advisor Mr Eric Teng with Sheng Hong Welfare Services Executive Director Mrs Sara Tan-Woo.

Many students shared in their reflections that they acquired the hard skills of programming, planning and experienced the “heart skills” too, where they implemented the values in action.

The Straits Times, 31 July 2017

44 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin and ACJC HOD Project Work & Values in Action Mr Mervyn Sek congratulated 2SC1, which was among the top three teams awarded the certificate of excellence at the Project Cheer 2018 Closing Tea. The team was led by Chng Zong Xian, Lee Hah Ing scholar 2017 & 2018.

ACS ECHO, October-November 2018 Issue

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 45 Project Solid Gold

The wellness programme for the elderly promotes daily exercise for good physical and mental health.

At the Institute of Mental Health (IMH), TCTF’s donation funded a dedicated exercise corner for patients from long- staying wards.

The IMH team briefed Mr Chew Kwee San and Ms Yap (third and second from left respectively) when they visited.

“The exercise programme helped to improve the mobility and activities of daily living of the patients as well as their overall quality of life.”

Ms Kaliaperumal Jayalakshmi, Senior Physiotherapist, IMH

Plaque at the Project Solid Gold Exercise Corner, IMH.

Exercise Corner

46 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Young Arts Reporter Project

Our signature Young Arts Reporter Project was created in 2008 to encourage youths to be more culturally engaged. Platforms such as plays and workshops were opportunities for them to increase their language proficiency in reading and writing. This project also has a secondary purpose to expose youths to vocational opportunities such as stage management, photography and hospitality.

ACT3 INTERNATIONAL – ALL ON A SUMMER’S DAY PLAY AND MOCK PRESS CONFERENCE Mock Press Conference for cast and crew of "All in a Summer’s Day": A participant shared the interview skills she learned with her fellow friends.

SHATEC CULINARY WORKSHOP SINGAPORE REPERTORY THEATRE (SRT) – Introducing basic customer SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK ROMEO AND JULIET service and table-setting to Participants from CARE Singapore and Lakeside Family Services were children from MCYC Community treated to an exclusive backstage tour and interview with the cast and Services Society at SHATEC. crew of SRT’s Romeo and Juliet. The teens shared about their experiences in a Photo Essay Journal on TCTF's Young Arts Reporter Project blog.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 47 Project WISH

Project WISH brought joy to the elderly through the gift of companionship and items that they wished for.

In 2016 and 2018, TCTF brought Project WISH to Care Community Services Society, to reach out to its elderly beneficiaries living in the rental flats in MacPherson and Circuit Road.

Over 80 wishes for household items and necessities were gifted to 105 elderly beneficiaries in 2016. A number of the elderly asked for portrait photos as mementos.

Over the course of the visits to their homes, the elderly, staff and volunteers formed unforgettable friendships as they bonded through conversation, laughter and heartfelt stories.

TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San presented the Project WISH gifts to participants.

48 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 MKAC President Mr Ameerali Abdeali (seated, centre), High Commissioner of Pakistan His Excellency Mr Nasrullah Khan and TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin (third and second from right respectively) with beneficiaries from MKAC.

MUSLIM KIDNEY ACTION ASSOCIATION (MKAC) Blood pressure monitors, glucometers and infrared thermometers were given to members of MKAC in 2017. With these simple medical equipment accessible to them at home, the beneficiaries could keep track of their health more regularly.

The cosy gathering, graced by MKAC’s Guest-of- Honour High Commissioner of Pakistan, His Excellency Mr Nasrullah Khan, was an occasion for beneficiaries to come together at the end of the year to enjoy a meal and receive medical equipment needed on their road to recovery. Some travelled as far as Woodlands and Jurong on wheelchairs and walking aids to MKAC’s office in the east so that they could reconnect with fellow members.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 49 Project WISH

STROKE SUPPORT STATION (S3) 30 beneficiaries and their carers came together for a Christmas event at S3 on 18 December 2017. They were granted their wishes of medical equipment, which included blood pressure monitors and glucometers. The medical equipment sponsored by TCTF encouraged S3 clients to continue on the road of recovery by being proactive in monitoring their health.

Chew Wei Yi, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar AY 2017/18, Diploma in Mass Communications, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, refreshed the Project WISH logo in 2017. Beneficiaries were engaged in their morning Events exercise programme

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President Visit to Stroke Tote Board-Enabling Lives Initiative Grant Awards Tan Chin Tuan Foundation Project WISH 2017 Support Station (S3) 2017 and Networking Session

Enabling Village was named “Design of the Year” in the President’s Design Award 2016 for its demonstration of heartland rejuvenation and community building. President Tony Tan visited S3 as part of his tour and interacted with We are grateful for the constant support from Tan Chin Tuan stroke survivors, caregivers Foundation (TCTF) to help stroke survivors on their recovery and volunteers. journey. TCTF CEO, Ms Yap Su-Yin and her team gave out blood pressure and blood glucose monitors to 30 of our beneficiaries. These medical devices enable them to keep track of their vital signs at home daily. Ms Yap also interacted with the stroke survivors and assisted them in their exercises.

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Mac’s Music School Special Occasions Charity Concert and Celebrations Dr Catherine Dong, clinical neuropsychologist from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUHS received the Tote In support of our work, Mac Chang and Elaine Xu, music teachers Board-Enabling Lives Initiative Grant to fund our Brain Health 50 TANand CHINprincipals TUAN ofFOUNDATION Mac’s Music REVIEW School 2016-2018 organised a charity concert and Memory Training Programme. Minister for Social and Family at Enabling Village’s UOB Ability Hub. Development and Second Minister for National Development, Mr Desmond Lee gave out the grant at the awards and Prior to the performance, both of them conducted Music networking session. & Movement sessions at the centre to help stroke survivors prepare for their performance. Stroke survivors are often affected by aphasia and have low confidence. However, this did not stop Mac and Elaine from spending a year to train them to 04 sing with confidence. As part of their cognitive Botanic Gardens Outing During the concert, the stroke survivors sang popular oldies programme, our members with Deloitte Singapore accompanied by the school’s musicians. Our Board Member organised festive celebrations RADM (Ret) Mr Kwek Siew Jin, was the Guest-Of-Honour for the event. facilitated by S3 staff. Some of Deloitte Singapore organised a the celebrations were kindly corporate outing with NParks to bring sponsored by corporates our members and caregivers for a tour and they include celebrating at the Botanic Gardens. The volunteers Chinese New Year, National brought joy to the participants and the Day and Christmas together visit helped everyone de-stress and to foster social connectedness relax their minds through appreciation in our community. We also of nature. celebrated the birthdays of stroke survivors together.

14 Stroke Support Station Annual Report 2017/2018 15 CARE COMMUNITY SOCIETY SERVICES (CARELDERLY) TCTF journeyed with CARElderly, which served seniors living in rental flats at Circuit Road and Merpati, throughout 2018. The multiple touchpoints included visits to the charity, to the seniors' homes and culminated with a closing lunch to celebrate the Yuletide season with their carers.

LIFESTYLE PHOTOS TCTF embarked on a photography project with 33 CARElderly clients so that the seniors could have portrait photos of themselves taken professionally.

ELDERLY BEFRIENDING TCTF staff customised a half-day befriending activity with the elderly. TCTF staff, interns and volunteers provided companionship through activities that involved the cognitive elements of memory recall and use of various senses, such as touch, sight and smell.

FESTIVE GET-TOGETHER CARElderly staff, caregivers and volunteers from TCTF, SIT and YMCA gathered for a year-end celebration at YMCA. Portrait photos were presented to the elderly. Together with interactive games, food and gift vouchers, TCTF spread the joy of giving during the Christmas festive season. Muhammad Firdaus, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan scholar AY 2017/18, SIT

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 51 Tête-à-Tête @ TCTF Series

Meaning “head-to-head” in French, the Tête-à-Tête @ TCTF Series gathered guests from diverse backgrounds to the Tan Chin Tuan Mansion for knowledge-sharing, dialogue and networking.

The series anchored itself as an interactive platform for our council members and grant recipients to meet and share more about the philanthropic legacy of Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan. Between 2016 and 2018, Tan Chin Tuan Foundation awarded about 300 educational awards.

TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang and ACJC's Andre Shum, Oldham scholar 2017 & 2018.

Scholarship recipients from different schools interact during TCTF’s Scholars’ Tea.

Chee Jun Sian, Tan Chin Tuan Merit Award AY2017/18, Diploma in Music, NAFA giving a solo cello performance.

52 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 GATHERING OF TAN CHIN TUAN MEDALLISTS Besides organising tea receptions for current scholarship recipients, TCTF also engaged past Tan Chin Tuan Medallists. In 2018, 16 Tan Chin Tuan Medallists gathered for a reunion lunch at the Conservation House hosted by TCTF council members. The Tan Chin Tuan Medal was established in 1959 and given annually to the top student from Anglo-Chinese Junior College.

“My father Tan Chin Tuan established this Award since 1959 to encourage the top students at ACJC to continue to strive for excellence. Over the years, many of you continued to distinguish yourselves in your respective fields and also, to the community as a whole.”

TCTF Chairman Dr Tan Kheng Lian

Seated (1st row) left-right, from TCTF: Prof Cham Tao Soon, Ms Chew Gek Khim, Dr Tan Kheng Lian, Ms Chew Gek Hiang, Mr Eric Teng and Ms Yap Su-Yin. Seated (2nd row) left-right: Dr Anne Tan Kendrick, Dr Ong Biauw Chi, Mrs Darren Chua, Dr Darren Chua, Dr Shirleen Chee (representing ACJC), Mr Koh Juan Kiat, Mr Lim Tat (representing ACS OBA), Dr Gerald Chua, Dr Pang Yoke Teen and Ms Huang Qianwei. Standing left-right: Mr Christopher Hendra, Ms Monika Hengki, Mr Gideon Chen, Mr Leon Chan, Dr Andrew Loy, Mr Wong Tsung-Wei, Mr Terence Chia and Mr Lau Wing Tat.

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tctf ar2016-18_lay-FA2_TP.indd 53 31/5/19 5:41 PM Scholars from different educational institutions are introduced to one another and to various causes during the Scholars' Tea.

“I consistently find myself fascinated with the methods of architectural preservation – especially when it comes to integrating the old and new, which the Tan Chin Tuan Mansion is. It was an honour to be given the opportunity to capture its timeless, colonial beauty through the delicate technique of watercolour.”

TCTF Council Member Prof Cham and Wong Gin Ming who did the artwork Wong Gin Ming, NAFA of the Conservation House for the TCTF Review 2016-2018, was a recipient of the Tan Chin Tuan Merit Award (Diploma) AY 2017/18 and Tan Chin Tuan Scholarship for Creative Education (Diploma) AY 2018/19, NAFA.

54 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Guest speaker Dr Tan Lai Yong, Director for Outreach and Community Engagement at College of Alice & Peter Tan, NUS.

Ms Chu TC, former secretary of Tan Sri Tan, shared about his life as a corporate titan and philanthropist to scholars from MGS.

Guest speaker Prof Michael Chee, Duke-NUS Medical School, an expert in neuroscience & behavioural disorders, presented on the importance of good sleep habits to educators from ACS, MGS and HCI.

Left-right: TCTF Chairman Dr Tan Kheng Lian, ACJC Principal Dr Shirleen Chee and ACS (Junior) Principal Mrs Chaillan Mui Tuan during the annual Scholars' Tea.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 55 TCTF Advisor Eric Teng shared about Tan Sri Tan’s formative years.

56 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Hosted for a Peranakan-themed tea at the mansion, Tan Chin Tuan scholars and visitors from the NTU Mayors’ Class enjoyed an educational tour of the Conservation House. Our scholars Mr Jiang Zhongdong and Mr Yuan Lin presented on their dissertation topics “Opportunities, Challenges and Prospects for China-Singapore Cooperation Under the Belt and Road Initiative” and “My Study Experience and Outcome at NTU: A Cognitive Learning Approach” respectively.

TCTF Council Member Prof Cham Tao Soon

On another occasion, TCTF Advisor Mr Eric Teng and TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin presented on the foundation’s philanthropic impact in Asia to visitors from the NTU China Scholarship Group at the Tan Chin Tuan Mansion.

TCTF CEO Ms Yap and Advisor Mr Teng

TCTF staff with visitors from China, including scholarship recipients from the NTU Mayors' Class.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 57 Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Concert Series

Extending the gift of giving beyond grants, the foundation launched the Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Concerts in 2008. The series was seeded in partnership with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra to commemorate and celebrate the Birth Centennial Year of our founder, Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan. Over time, the foundation has also collaborated with the Esplanade to bring Mother’s Day Concerts to the elderly and underserved in our community.

TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim (centre), TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang (in pink) with TCTF scholars, who volunteered as befrienders.

TAN CHIN TUAN MUSIC-FOR-ALL: SSO CLASSICS IN THE PARK MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT On 8 May 2016, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) performed to a crowd of 6,000 in the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Sponsored by the Tan Chin Tuan Foundation, the hour-long Mother’s Day Concert featured a medley of popular classics.

TCTF Council Member Prof Cham with SSO Conductor Mr Shui Lan (centre)

58 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 ESPLANADE MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT “Tan Chin Tuan Foundation chose to support this event on Mother’s Day because we believe that the efforts and sacrifices put into building families and keeping families together by mothers is very well-recognised but not often acknowledged on a wide scale. So we wanted to use this platform to recognise the sacrifice, dedication and resilience of all mothers and grandmothers in the crowd.” TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San

Close to 3,000 senior citizens from about 80 charities have enjoyed Mother’s Day Concerts at the Esplanade Concert Hall since 2017.

“It is such a wonderful concert, my friends and I are very happy to enjoy the music. Thank you for inviting our beneficiaries to the Tan Chin Tuan Music-For-All: SSO Classics in the Park, Mother’s Day Concert at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. We enjoyed ourselves very much.”

Jane Tan, President, Man Fut Tong Welfare Society Tan Chin Tuan Centennial Concert

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 59 Tan Chin Tuan Nursing Award for Enrolled Nurses

To support the nursing profession, the D.S. Lee Foundation initiated the Tan Chin Tuan Nursing Award for Enrolled Nurses. The awards recognise exemplary enrolled nurses who bring comfort to the sick.

“The Tan Chin Tuan Nursing Award for Enrolled Nurses was initiated to pay tribute to Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan's wisdom, compassion and foresight.”

D.S. Lee Foundation Chairman Dr Della Lee

TCTF Chairman Dr Tan Kheng Lian and D.S. Lee Foundation Dr Della Lee in 2006 when the awards were newly launched.

60 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 “On behalf of my family, I would like to express my deep appreciation to Aunty Della and D.S. Lee Foundation for hosting the Tan Chin Tuan Nursing Award, created to cherish the memory of my grandfather. Aunty Della has always been a pillar in organising this annual event. Congratulations to all award winners. Your passion in caring for your patients and in supporting their caregivers is humbling and an inspiration to us all.”

TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim

D.S. Lee Foundation Chairman Dr Della Lee, Senior Minister of State for Law and Health Mr Edwin Tong and TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew with the 2018 Champion Mdm Rahinah bte Ibrahim.

“I strongly believe that the human touch of care and love, coupled with kind words and a listening ear can go a long way to bring relief and assurance to patients.”

2018 Champion Mdm Rahinah Bte Ibrahim, Principal Assistant Nurse from Institute of Mental Health, who emerged overall champion amongst the 10 finalists at the 12th Tan Chin Tuan Nursing Award for Enrolled Nurses held at Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine Auditorium (Novena Campus).

SIGNATURE PROGRAMMES 61 Community Development

“Grandfather led by example. He personally handed out red packets and donated meals to, sometimes even chose the menu for, the residents at the old Little Sisters of the Poor Home. That showed me the importance of giving responsibly and in a personal manner, and that giving cannot be a chore.

The lesson there is that when you give, you must give with a personal element. You do it because on the other side is another human being.”

TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim, Interview with the Peak Magazine

62 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 NAFA scholars volunteered to paint a wall mural at the Society for the Aged Sick in 2017.

63 Partnerships

For cascading impact, the foundation collaborated with schools, charities and corporates. The beneficiaries included the aged, the sick, needy children and youths-at-risk and vulnerable groups in our community.

ACE SENIORS BRAHM CENTRE TCTF’s support enabled ACE Seniors to extend its TCTF was a founding donor to Brahm Centre. reach from five to 15 nursing homes and community The charity has since expanded its services into hospitals between 2016 and 2018. For the elderly the heartlands to promote mental wellness and and sick who were unable to celebrate the nation’s greater self-care. Its staff and volunteers befriend birthday at home, these National Day celebrations vulnerable elderly, and engage residents in were a delightful treat. active ageing programmes in Simei, MacPherson, Tampines, Geylang Serai and Moulmein-Cairnhill.

The Straits Times, 3 August 2018

“As one Executive Director of the home puts it 'National Day Celebration by ACE Seniors is an event that residents will never give a miss.' We are proud to partner TCTF in the National Day celebrations.”

Tang Wai San, CEO, ACE Seniors

64 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 CAREGIVERS ALLIANCE LIMITED COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTRE TCTF’s support for mental health extended to The foundation donated $1 million in 2013 to charities such as Caregivers Alliance Limited to establish the Community Justice Centre (CJC). The address the needs of families and caregivers charity enhances legal and social assistance to of persons with mental health issues through litigants-in-person by helping court users navigate education, outreach and support. through the justice system. The CJC also offers social assistance and refers distressed individuals and families to other agencies for support.

TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San, who is also Vice-Chairman of CJC, attended the International Conference on Court Excellence in 2016. Themed “Judiciary of the Future”, it convened 190 judicial officers, court administrators, policy makers and experts from related fields from 18 countries to share their perspectives on the latest trends and developments in court administration.

“We have seen many lives changed and your gift will go a long way in continuing our work with caregivers of persons with mental health issues.”

Timothy Lee, CEO, Caregivers Alliance Limited

Caregivers Alliance Limited Appreciation Lunch, 2017

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 65 Partnerships

CHILDREN-AT-RISK EMPOWERMENT ASSOCIATION (CARE SINGAPORE) Leveraging on TCTF’s network, youths were given exposure to vocational opportunities to explore further career paths, and to realise their own potential.

Junior Chef Series with The Fullerton Hotel and Encore! DigiGirlz at Microsoft's LinkedIn office

World Environment Day at Google Singapore

“We help disadvantaged youth become social assets and people who contribute positively to society. Thank you for understanding our need for your strong financial support.”

Adelyn Poh, Co-founder, CARE Singapore

66 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 ESPLANADE – ANGKLUNG WORKSHOPS HEALTHSERVE TCTF’s donation supported the Esplanade’s The foundation funded the set-up of HealthServe’s community outreach programmes, which brought dental clinic at Westlite Mandai Dormitory for migrant angklung workshops to the doorsteps of charities. workers, so that they would have access to better Held in conjunction with Pesta Raya – Malay dental healthcare. Festival of Arts 2017 from 2 – 24 May 2017, the Community Angklung Workshops had about 500 participants from 16 charities. Deepening its reach in 2018, there were 16 angklung workshops culminating in mini-performances at four charities for their families and friends.

“A Bangladeshi worker held my hand and thanked Singapore and me profusely for a tooth extraction done by a volunteer dentist. One can hardly imagine the incessant agony of toothache for low-wage workers like him; the high cost of unsubsidised “Cognitively, physically and mentally, dental care in Singapore inhibits them the elderly are stimulated when they from seeking treatment. This migrant use these instruments. Even at 90, friend was certain that he had been they can play it with their friends. given a brand new lease of life.” They feel happy and engaged.” Dr Goh Wei Leong, Chairman and Co-founder of HealthServe, and The Straits Times Sister Marjorie Almodiel, Centre Manager, Apex Day Singaporean of the Year for 2017 Rehabilitation Centre for Elderly

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 67 Partnerships

MAN FUT TONG WELFARE SOCIETY NAFA Yearly donations to the charity Man Fut Tong Initiated and sponsored by TCTF, the wall mural by Welfare Society meant that the needy residents NAFA depicted historical sights, activities and iconic from old folks’ homes and children’s home were places in Singapore. It was officially launched on not forgotten on traditional festive occasions. 6 August 2017. The elderly residents were provided information from their yesteryears, which NAFA used to produce an original wall mural to celebrate Singapore’s 51st National Day. Based on scenes depicted on the wall mural, NAFA students acted an original skit by Tan Chin Tuan Scholar for Creative Education (Diploma) recipient Shirley Tan and TCTF CEO Ms Yap.

TCTF staff learnt first-hand from the charity’s volunteers how to prepare vegetarian dumplings and snow-skin mooncakes. Tens of thousands of dumplings and mooncakes were hand-made and delivered to the infirmed, the elderly and the less fortunate.

Volunteers from NAFA painted the wall mural at Society for the Aged Sick.

Before

68 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 SINGAPORE CHINESE ORCHESTRA The annual SCO Caring Series, sponsored by the Tan Chin Tuan Foundation, continued to bring music and comfort to beneficiaries, their caregivers and healthcare workers at hospitals and nursing homes.

Complimentary SCO Young People’s Concert tickets were given to the Primary 6 graduating cohort of students from Pathlight School and their teachers to attend a post-PSLE treat.

After

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 69 Partnerships

YMCA OF SINGAPORE YONG-EN CARE CENTRE The YMCA-Tan Chin Tuan Community Service To groom the next generation of social workers, Programmes, established with the support of TCTF, TCTF donated to Yong-en Care Centre to help the are organised to bring cheer to beneficiaries of charity kick off its internship programme. Based in various VWOs. These include those with special Chinatown, the charity which serve the aged with needs as well as less privileged children and elderly. dementia as well as needy children, was able to offer tertiary students direct exposure to their clients.

Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Community and Interns from NTU presented activities suited for clients with dementia. Youth Mr Baey Yam Keng and TCTF Advisor Mr Eric Teng exercised with seniors at the Silver Fiesta 2016.

“It is a challenge to find social workers with a passion for community work. We are so pleased that our TCTF-supported intern Nicholas will be joining us as a social worker after graduating from SUSS. Thank you for partnering us to go further and for another intern turned staff success since TCTF funded our internship programme!”

Beryl Ng, Executive Director, Yong-en Care Centre

70 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Capacity Building

The foundation creates opportunities for different stakeholders to come together and share useful skills and knowledge that will benefit the sector.

ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION Closed-door networking teas were organised to meet with various charities to network and share best practices. These were also opportunities to discuss funding or service gaps and collaborations.

TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang hosted a discussion with representatives from charities serving the aged and nursing facilities.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 71 Capacity Building

CHARITY GOVERNANCE AWARDS The annual Charity Governance Awards (CGA) by the Charity Council recognise charities that adopt the highest standards of governance, and are in line with the Code of Governance for Charities and Institutions of Public Character (IPCs).

CGA Judges left-right: Charity Council Chairman Mr Gerard Ee, WongPartnership LLP Partner Ms Joy Tan, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Ms Grace Fu, Ernst & Young Advisory Partner Mr Neo Sing Hwee and TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin, who served as a judge for the awards from 2012 to 2016.

OUR BETTER WORLD STORYTELLING WORKSHOP 25 representatives from 17 charities drilled down on how narratives could be better harnessed. It was organised by TCTF in partnership with Our Better World (OBW) to train staff of TCTF- supported charities social media skills, how to amplify social stories and give good causes stronger voices. OBW is the digital storytelling initiative of the Singapore International Foundation.

72 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 SINGAPORE BUSINESS FEDERATION TEMASEK TRUST CONVERSATION TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin addressed how families and businesses TCTF Advisor Mr Eric Teng speaking at the were increasingly leading the way in addressing social challenges to Temasek Trust Conversation on Corporate corporate leaders during the Singapore Business Federation, Family Giving on 19 September 2017 organised Business Forum 2016: “The Spirit of Family Business: Built to Last”. by Stewardship Asia Centre. The panel discussion focussed on the sustainability of corporate philanthropy.

WORLD VISION SINGAPORE TCTF CEO Ms Yap was invited to mentor participants at the World Vision Youth for Change Conference 2018 held in Bangkok, Thailand. Youths from countries such as the Philippines, Myanmar, Vietnam and Singapore presented ideas and solutions to end violence against children in their home country while Ms Yap provided feedback on how to sharpen these ideas further.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 73 Capacity Building

The foundation’s council members and senior leadership contribute in varying capacities to a range of meaningful causes over time.

TCTF Chairman Dr Tan Kheng Lian was one of two Singaporeans lauded in Forbes Asia's Heroes of Philanthropy TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang and President of Singapore List in 2016. Madam Halimah Yacob at the President’s Challenge Appreciation Night, 2018.

TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim was awarded The Meritorious Service Medal at the National Day Awards in 2016.

TCTF Council Member Mr Chew Kwee San received The Public Service Medal (PBM) at the National Day Awards on 28 October 2018 at the Istana from the President of Singapore Madam Halimah Yacob.

74 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 The Community Chest Charity TV Show 2018. TCTF donated $100,000 to eight charities. Prof Cham Tao Soon received the Distinguished Professional Engineer Award at the Professional Engineers Board’s Day of Dedication in 2018.

Chairman of Community Chest Mr Phillip Tan and TCTF CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin.

Left-right: Supporting the Community Chest cause, TCTF CEO Ms Yap, Vice-President of NCSS Mr Robert Chew, TCTF Council Member and Vice-Chairman of Community Chest Mr Chew Kwee San, and former NCSS Board Member Dr Ang Seng Bin at the Community Chest Charity TV Show 2018.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 75 Giving in ASEAN

Between 2016 to 2018, the foundation extended its philanthropic giving to 40 charities in the ASEAN region including Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines and Thailand.

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CAUSES Education and Healthcare

PARTNERS • Bethesda Hall (Ang Mo Kio) • Hagar Singapore • KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital • NUS Medical Society, Project Sa’Bai Vision • WAH Foundation (Water and Healthcare)

TCTF supported a healthcare mission trip organised by Bethesda Hall (Ang Mo Kio) by sponsoring medicines for beneficiaries in Cambodia.

To support child survivors of trafficking and abuse, TCTF donated to the education and nutrition programme at Hagar Community Learning Centre. This enabled the recovering children to access primary education and receive meals.

Through the student-led humanitarian initiative by the NUS Medical Society called Project Sa’Bai Vision, there were about 980 free eye-screenings and medications for more than 200 villagers in Phnom Penh, using TCTF-sponsored medical supplies.

TCTF partnered Singapore’s KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital and WAH Foundation (Water and Healthcare) to initiate a paediatric training programme to improve patient care, focussing on hygiene, respiratory and dehydration problems in Kampong Chhnang Province.

78 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Myanmar

CAUSES Community, Education and Healthcare

PARTNERS • ActionAid International • Agape Orphanage • Bethesda Hall (Ang Mo Kio)

TCTF Chairman Dr Tan Kheng Lian treated patients during a medical mission organised by Bethesda Hall (Ang Mo Kio). At Agape Orphanage, which was affected by severe floods, the foundation's donation helped them with new bedding, food and school supplies.

TCTF supported ActionAid International in the Changemakers Programme to develop youth leadership in Myanmar. Youth workers worked with local communities to identify and prioritise needs. The findings were compiled into a “Village Map” with inputs from the local community. TCTF’s donation empowered the youths to work together to help local communities formulate more sustainable TCTF Chairman Dr Tan attending to patients. developmental plans.

GIVING IN ASEAN 79 Indonesia

CAUSES Education and Healthcare

PARTNERS • Chapter W • Stella Maris General Hospital • The Learning Farm

80 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Together with volunteers from the Singapore Red Cross Society and St Luke’s Hospital, Ms Yap revisited the Stella Maris General Hospital in Nias, Indonesia. TCTF was the project lead for building the hospital, which was constructed after the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami.

At The Learning Farm in Cipanas, “I am originally from Afghanistan and living as Indonesia, the foundation supported its a refugee in Indonesia due to the war. I was so residential programme for marginalised youth to be mentored and taught useful happy to be accepted to study in The Learning organic farming skills and life values. Farm (TLF). I have learnt a lot in TLF such as These grants illustrated TCTF’s strategy organic farming, Bahasa Indonesia, Indonesian to help charities and their beneficiaries find more sustainable solutions. culture and made lots of friends from different parts of Indonesia. Thank you so much for the assistance you have provided for us.”

Farhad Matin, The Learning Farm beneficiary

TCTF supported Chapter W for the Mothers of Light programme, enabling impoverished women to end energy poverty through training and empowering them to be solar lamp entrepreneurs.

With portable solar lamps, women are able to weave at night to earn extra income without inhaling harmful smoke from kerosene lamps.

Photo: Chapter W - Photographers Without Borders

GIVING IN ASEAN 81 Malaysia

CAUSES Community, Disabled, Education and Healthcare

PARTNERS • ARA Asset Management Limited’s CARES • Montfort Boys Town • St Joseph’s Institution International School Malaysia

Cheque presentation to Bethany Home and The Perak Palliative Care Society.

About 27 charities serving the aged, disabled and skills training programme, so that they could find work needy in various areas of Malaysia benefitted from with their vocational skills, and turn their lives around. the contributions of the foundation from 2016 to 2018. The foundation partnered ARA Asset Management TCTF extended the benefits of its More Than Words Limited’s CARES (Comprehensive Assistance and programme to Malaysia by including the creative Responsible Engagement Services) initiatives in contributions by beneficiaries from the Good Shepherd November and December 2016. Eight Malaysian charities Teenage Centre in Kuala Lumpur in the More Than received donations and their beneficiaries were invited Words “True Colours, True Hearts” publication in 2016. for charity events at different malls. These charities were Agathians Shelter, Bethany Home, Perak Palliative Care On the education front, TCTF sponsored Montfort Society, Pure Life Society, Pusat Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Boys Town for the residential care, technical and life Cacat Taman Megah, Rumah Hope, Sunbeams Home and Yayasan Chow Kit.

82 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 ST JOSEPH’S INSTITUTION INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL MALAYSIA (SJIIM) Tan Sri Tan Foundation (TSTF) donated RM 1.2 million to kick-start the inaugural SJIIM International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) scholarships, which supported seven award recipients over two years.

SJIIM established three Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Scholarships in 2018 to honour the philanthropy of Tan Sri Tan. The Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan Book Prize is awarded to the "Josephian of the Year". TSTF Council Member Dato' Robert Teo and TSTF scholar Cadence Cheah at the SJIIM Scholarship Reception on 26 June 2017.

SJIIM President and Founding Governor Mr Dennis Tang with TCTF TCTF Deputy Chairman Ms Chew Gek Khim interacted with scholars Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang and TSTF scholar Anissa Ng. during a visit to SJIIM in 2018.

TSTF Council Member Dato' Richard Ong with Eng Ying TCTF Council Member Ms Chew Gek Hiang, CEO Ms Yap Su-Yin, Programme Xuan, who received the inaugural “Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Executive Ms Valerie Tan with scholars and their parents. Tuan Book Prize”, sponsored by the foundation.

GIVING IN ASEAN 83 Philippines

CAUSE Education

PARTNER • Bethesda Hall (Depot Walk) • Dumaguete Ogahong Christian Church

In partnership with Bethesda Hall (Depot Walk) and the local church at Dumaguete, Philippines. TCTF supported six students in their studies. Upon graduation, it is hoped that they will be able to obtain a job to support their families.

“I am very thankful because the agricultural course trains me in the skills needed to find a government job or to manage a farm to support my family and church in future.”

Francis D. Montiel

TCTF Manager Ms Angeline Kwong (right) encouraged the students when they met in Dumaguete.

Recipients and their families

84 TAN CHIN TUAN FOUNDATION REVIEW 2016-2018 Thailand

CAUSE Education

PARTNER • Grace International School

TCTF focussed on the welfare of youth in Thailand. At Grace International School (GIS) in Chiang Mai, the foundation provided Senior Excellence Scholarships to deserving students in their senior year. Returning Alumni Scholarships were also created to encourage and support former GIS students to return to the school to work and give back to the next generation of students, thereby fostering stronger bonds and alumni spirit. “Thank you for giving me a jumpstart into my future. Not only did it fund a portion of my college fees, it also gave me confidence to apply to other scholarships and schools. Thank you for believing in me and giving the tools needed to find new and challenging opportunities in this next stage of my life.”

Naomi Chongsiriwatana, Senior Excellence Scholarship in Academics AY 2018/19

GIVING IN ASEAN 85 Our Beneficiaries

“I get a lot of satisfaction helping people. If you do things for people, these deeds they will not forget.”

Tan Sri (Dr) Tan Chin Tuan

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Singapore

Academy of Engineering Apex Day Rehabilitation Caregivers Alliance Limited Singapore Centre for Elderly Caregiving Welfare ACE Seniors Asian Cultural Symphony Association Orchestra Action for Aids Caritas Singapore Assisi Hospice Community Council Active Retirees' Association Association for Persons Casa Raudha Women Adventist Community with Special Needs (APSN) Home Services Association of Women for Centre for Fathering Ain Society Action and Research Cerebral Palsy Alliance All Saints Home Autism Resource Centre Singapore Alzheimer's Disease AWWA Changi General Hospital Association Bedok South Secondary Chen Su Lan Methodist Anglo-Chinese Junior School Children's Home College Beyond Social Services Children-At-Risk Anglo-Chinese School Empowerment Association (Barker Road) Boys' Town (CARE Singapore) Anglo-Chinese School Brahm Centre Children's Aid Society (Independent) Breast Cancer Foundation Christian Outreach to the Anglo-Chinese School Bright Vision Hospital Handicapped (Junior) Canossaville Children and Club HEAL Anglo-Chinese School Community Services (Primary) Club Rainbow (Singapore)

88 Community Chest Foundation of Rotary Kampung Senang Malay Youth Literary Clubs (Singapore) Charity and Education Association Community Justice Foundation Centre Girl Guides Singapore Man Fut Tong Welfare Kheng Chiu Loke Tin Society Dance Ensemble Guide Dogs Singapore Kee Home Singapore MCYC Community Handicaps Welfare Kidney Dialysis Services Society Daughters Of Tomorrow Association Foundation Methodist Girls' School Diabetes Singapore HCA Hospice Care KK Women's and Methodist Welfare Disabled People's HealthServe Children's Hospital Services Association Heartware Network Kwong Wai Shiu Metropolitan YMCA Dover Park Hospice Hospital Highpoint Community Singapore Down Syndrome Services Association Lakeside Family Metta Welfare Association Services Home Nursing Association Eagles Mediation & Foundation Law Society Pro Bono Montfort Care Counselling Centre Services Hwa Chong Institution Morning Star Earth Observatory of Lembaga Biasiswa ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Community Services Singapore Kenangan Maulud Institute Movement for the Encore - The European Lions Befrienders ISCOS Intellectually Disabled Season in Singapore Service Association of Singapore (MINDS) Jamiyah Singapore Epilepsy Care Group Lions Home for the Muhammadiyah Health Junior Achievement Elders Fei Yue Family Service and Day Care Centre (Singapore) Centre Lutheran Community Muhammadiyah Care Services Welfare Home

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Singapore

Muscular Dystrophy PERTAPIS Sathya Sai Social Singapore Chee Hoon Association (Singapore) Service Kog Moral Promotion Playeum Society Musical Theatre Limited Shan You Counselling Persatuan Pemudi Islam Centre Singapore Children's Muslim Kidney Action Singapura (PPIS) Society Association SHINE Children and Presbyterian Youth Services Singapore Chinese Nam Hong Welfare Community Services Orchestra Service Society Singapore After-Care President's Challenge Association Singapore Christian Nanyang Academy of Public Free Clinic Home Fine Arts Singapore Anglican Society Community Services Singapore Corporation Nanyang Technological REACH Community of Rehabilitative University Singapore Anti- Services Society Enterprises (SCORE) Narcotics Association National Kidney Republic Polytechnic Singapore Council of Foundation Singapore Association Women's Organisations Riding for the Disabled for Mental Health National University of Association of Singapore Dance Singapore Singapore Association Singapore Theatre of the Visually New Life Community RSVP Singapore Handicapped Singapore Health Services Services Samaritans of Singapore Book Council Ngee Ann Polytechnic Singapore Singapore Heart Singapore Buddhist Noah's Ark CARES Foundation SASCO Senior Citizens' Free Clinic Our Better World, Home Singapore Institute of Singapore Cancer Singapore International Technology Society Foundation

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Singapore Leprosy Society for the Story Connection Ltd The Salvation Army Relief Association Aged Sick Stroke Support Station The Singapore Singapore Management Society for the Association for the Deaf The Association of University Prevention of Cruelty Accredited Advertising The Singapore Cheshire to Animals Singapore National Agents Singapore Home Eye Centre Society for WINGS The Boys' Brigade in Thye Hua Kwan Moral Singapore National Society of Sheng Hong Singapore Charities Stroke Association Welfare Services The Breadline Group Very Special Arts Singapore National SPD Singapore The Esplanade Co Youth Orchestra Sree Narayana Mission Villa Francis Home For The Eurasian Singapore Nurses The Aged Sri Warisan Som Said Association, Singapore Association Performing Arts W!LD RICE The Girls' Brigade Singapore Planned St. Andrew's Mission Singapore Xin Yuan Community Families Association Hospital Care The Helping Hand Singapore Red Cross St. John's Home for Xin Yue Performing Arts Society The Law Society of Elderly Persons Singapore Yellow Ribbon Fund Singapore Symphonia St. John's-St. Margaret's Company The Little Arts Academy YMCA of Singapore Church Singapore Thong Chai The Necessary Stage Yong-en Care Centre St Luke's ElderCare Medical Institution The Red Pencil YWCA Singapore St Theresa's Home (Singapore)

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Bethany Home National Society for the Taman Megah's Deaf Malaysia Handicapped & Disabled Home for the Aged (CWS) Children's Home Simee Perak Association for Intellectually Disabled The National Cancer Joyhaven Home for the Society of Malaysia Elderly Perak Palliative Care Society The Pure Life Society Kechara Soup Kitchen Society Pertubuhan Kebajikan Tropicana SJII Education Agathians Malaysia Management Sdn Bhd Little Sisters of the Poor, Kuala Lumpur Pusat Kebajikan Good Women's Aid Organisation Shepherd Little Sisters of the Poor, Yayasan Chow Kit Penang Rumah Hope Yayasan MyPrihatin Montfort Boys Town Shelter Home for Children Yayasan Ozanam SSVP Mount Miriam Cancer Silver Jubilee Home for Yayasan Sunbeams Home Hospital the Aged National Kidney Foundation Society for the Prevention of Malaysia of Cruelty of Animals

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