February 2025

Opening Doors: Making Education Accessible to Vulnerable Children and Youth

Can a child truly focus on education if their family struggles to afford basic needs like food and shelter? Research has shown that education is key to breaking the cycle of poverty, but for children from lower-income families, daily survival often takes priority. This can hold them back and widen opportunity gaps. At CFS, we seek to address these challenges so every child gets the support they need to succeed.Our donors recently had the chance to learn more from two charities who are working to bridge this gap. Working in close collaboration with government ministries, schools, and communities, they deliver accessible education and renewed hope for children and youth through mentorship, befriending, and activities.

Press Release: The Community Foundation of Singapore Appoints New CEO

Singapore, 7 February 2025 – The Community Foundation of Singapore (CFS) has announced the appointment of Mr Paul Tan as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Mr Tan will succeed Ms Catherine Loh, who has led the foundation since 2012. The announcement was made today at CFS’s Annual Chinese New Year Appreciation Luncheon, attended by donors, partners and charities.Mr Tan brings experience from the public sector, including the Singapore Tourism Board and the National Arts Council. He has a track record in corporate services, sector development, marketing, and communications, successfully guiding organisations through challenges such as digital transformation. Prior to becoming CEO, he served as Chief of Staff, Strategic Planning and Finance at CFS.

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