Reaching our golden years would often signal an opportunity to sit back and enjoy a long-awaited break after slogging hard for the better part of our lives. However, for one senior, she is bucking the trend through her zeal to learn and help fellow seniors.
People | Tzu-Chi Foundation
A permanent sustainable living gallery at Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre is set to officially open this month on 30 July 2023. The gallery is a culmination of the efforts of many parties, including non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and companies from the private sector.
Humanistic Culture, Env. Protection, Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation
300 people gathered at Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre for a sharing by Ms Cheah, Head of the Humanistic Culture Department at Taiwan’s Tzu Chi University of Science and Technology, where she shared her teaching experiences and interpretation of a “happy life”.
Humanistic Culture | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Every visit is a valuable opportunity despite the time constraint and limited contact for volunteers to provide the most in-depth and targeted support possible.
Charity, People | Tzu-Chi Foundation
During the Parent-Child Bonding Class that was held in May, children went to the class with "big bellies" to experience the hardships that a pregnant mother has to go through for ten months. They also offered a cup of tea to their parents to express their love and gratitude.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool's Parents Appreciation Day, which was held online for three years during the pandemic, finally resumed its physical format in 2023. For some children, it was their first time bathing their parents' feet and serving them tea and food, warming the hearts of their parents.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
What did you do on Labour Day this year? On this day, some volunteers chose to spend their time cleaning up a rental flat of a single mother with poor eyesight and replaced her wardrobe and bed frames, giving her home a new look.
Charity | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Malay care recipients gathered at Jing Si Hall to celebrate the joyous Hari Raya Aidilfitri, shared laughter and tears, and hoped for a peaceful and healthy year ahead. With love accompanying them on their life journey, they believe no suffering is insurmountable.
Charity | Tzu-Chi Foundation
“Let’s Talk Health” is a monthly health talk event organised by TIMA Singapore to increase public awareness and understanding of various health issues. On 30 April 2023, the Let’s Talk Health series focused on “Diabetes Treatment and Prevention”.
Medicine | Tzu-Chi Foundation
During Earth Day 2023, 173 volunteers gathered at Pasir Ris Beach to participate in a beach clean-up activity. By picking up litter and observing the various types of waste thrown into the ocean, volunteers also witnessed themselves playing a vital role in protecting the environment.
Env. Protection | Tzu-Chi Foundation
While most seniors would typically be enjoying a life of leisure upon retirement, this has not been the case for two senior Tzu Chi volunteers. Find out how they have remained active through volunteering at Tzu Chi TCM Free Clinic (Redhill) in their golden years.
Medicine, People | Tzu-Chi Foundation
The 2nd Environmental Education E-Sports World Cup Final attracted gamers from six countries. More local youths participated in the competition this year to learn more about environmental issues through gaming.
Env. Protection, Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) is about to launch its first Renal Dialysis Centre. The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) will partner with Tzu Chi to provide the first batch of nurses and non-clinical staff at the dialysis centre with free professional training to enhance their knowledge and skills in renal care.
Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Compared to other commercial TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) clinics, the Tzu Chi TCM Free Clinic is mainly supported by a pool of volunteer TCM practitioners, with more than 70% of its practitioners serving on a pro bono basis. We shine the spotlight on two of them who have been actively contributing their services at the Redhill branch.
Medicine, People | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Witnessing a child’s development is always a fulfilling process. Read on to find out how Tzu Chi staff and volunteers played a part in the personal growth of a group of children over the past year.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Welcoming the God of Wealth, distributing New Year couplets, visiting stalls, playing games, watching performances, enjoying plant-based meals, receiving blessings etc., were some of the fun participants had at the pre-Chinese New Year celebration...
Charity | Tzu-Chi Foundation
"Tzu Chi has been with us for 11 years and instilled the right values in our daughter. She has grown to be a child with good character and filial piety." Mr and Mrs Koh Lian Thong were filled with comfort and joy as they watched their daughter, Koh Qian Yi, accept her award on stage.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
In a bid to raise awareness of the importance of social responsibility and environmental sustainability among employees, DB Schenker collaborated with Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) to hold a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity.
Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation