Submissions are now open for the President's Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2026!
Entering its 14th year and conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore, PVPA celebrates individuals, groups, organisations, and partnerships who have demonstrated sustained commitment and impact through volunteerism and philanthropy.
Groundups, here are the categories to look out for!
- Communities of Good (Category: Groundup)
- Leaders of Good (Categories: Young Adult, Open)
- People of Good (Categories: Student, Youth, Open, Senior)
If you know of efforts that are making a meaningful difference, shine a spotlight today.
Submission window: Now to 4 May 2026. Visit www.pvpa.sg to find out more!
We're also conducting an info session for groundups to learn more about PVPA 2026, the eligibility criteria and submission process on Thursday, 23 April at 6.30pm (online)! Register here: https://bit.ly/pvpa26-gu
Entering its 14th year and conferred by the President of the Republic of Singapore, PVPA celebrates individuals, groups, organisations, and partnerships who have demonstrated sustained commitment and impact through volunteerism and philanthropy.
Groundups, here are the categories to look out for!
- Communities of Good (Category: Groundup)
- Leaders of Good (Categories: Young Adult, Open)
- People of Good (Categories: Student, Youth, Open, Senior)
If you know of efforts that are making a meaningful difference, shine a spotlight today.
Submission window: Now to 4 May 2026. Visit www.pvpa.sg to find out more!
We're also conducting an info session for groundups to learn more about PVPA 2026, the eligibility criteria and submission process on Thursday, 23 April at 6.30pm (online)! Register here: https://bit.ly/pvpa26-gu
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The Singapore Government Partnerships Office (SGPO) launched the SG Partnerships Fund (SGPF) on 1 Apr. You can start applying for the Seed and Sprout tiers now!
SEED: If you are piloting ideas in the community, we will cover up to 100% of supportable programme costs, up to $5,000, to help you get started.
SPROUT: If you are ready to grow your impact across different communities and groups, this tier supports up to 80% of your supportable programme costs, up to $50,000.
Beyond funding, SGPO provides project guidance, funding, resources and connections to turn your ideas into actions.
Learn more about SGPF at www.sgpo.gov.sg/sgpf
Watch this fund introduction by SGPO's funding team.
SEED: If you are piloting ideas in the community, we will cover up to 100% of supportable programme costs, up to $5,000, to help you get started.
SPROUT: If you are ready to grow your impact across different communities and groups, this tier supports up to 80% of your supportable programme costs, up to $50,000.
Beyond funding, SGPO provides project guidance, funding, resources and connections to turn your ideas into actions.
Learn more about SGPF at www.sgpo.gov.sg/sgpf
Watch this fund introduction by SGPO's funding team.
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April resource highlight: CSM Academy International!
Looking for a space to run your next workshop, training, or community session? CSM Academy has got you covered. As an EduTrust-accredited training provider, they offer well-equipped, welcoming classrooms – and as a BAGUS groundup, you can book them pro bono!
- Conveniently located opposite Aljunied MRT
- Ideal for workshops, training & community engagement programmes
- Free for BAGUS groundups (advance booking required, T&Cs apply)
Express your interest to book here: https://bit.ly/bt-csm
Looking for a space to run your next workshop, training, or community session? CSM Academy has got you covered. As an EduTrust-accredited training provider, they offer well-equipped, welcoming classrooms – and as a BAGUS groundup, you can book them pro bono!
- Conveniently located opposite Aljunied MRT
- Ideal for workshops, training & community engagement programmes
- Free for BAGUS groundups (advance booking required, T&Cs apply)
Express your interest to book here: https://bit.ly/bt-csm
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GenDate 2026: Ageing as Social Inheritance
How do we want to age in the city we love? As Singapore transitions into a "super-aged" society, the conversation often centers on "demographic crisis." For GenLab Collective, they see a different story: one of Social Inheritance.
Key Event Highlights:
The Kindness of Active Listening: A creative session to practice the kindness of being heard.
The Kindness of Connection: A Spatial Audit of Our Neighbourhood - Explore how design of SG neighbourhoods acts as a natural system of care.
The Kindness of Solidarity: How do we want to grow old together? In this co-creation segment, pairs visually answer: "What are we teaching others about ageing by the way we live now?"
Event Details
Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026
Time: 11am – 1pm
Venue: Queenstown Public Library (Programme Zone)
Registration: Free for pair sign-ups (e.g., grandparent & grandchild, or two neighbours of different ages!)
Register your pair here!
How do we want to age in the city we love? As Singapore transitions into a "super-aged" society, the conversation often centers on "demographic crisis." For GenLab Collective, they see a different story: one of Social Inheritance.
Key Event Highlights:
The Kindness of Active Listening: A creative session to practice the kindness of being heard.
The Kindness of Connection: A Spatial Audit of Our Neighbourhood - Explore how design of SG neighbourhoods acts as a natural system of care.
The Kindness of Solidarity: How do we want to grow old together? In this co-creation segment, pairs visually answer: "What are we teaching others about ageing by the way we live now?"
Event Details
Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026
Time: 11am – 1pm
Venue: Queenstown Public Library (Programme Zone)
Registration: Free for pair sign-ups (e.g., grandparent & grandchild, or two neighbours of different ages!)
Register your pair here!
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NEVOX: StoryLabs
Why does work burn us out?
Modern work often demands constant output — until we realise we’re burning out.
Why does work take more than it gives?
In this NEVOX: StoryLabs session, participants explore burnout through guided, third-person storytelling, using a plant as their character to reflect on work from a distance. Through a hands-on potting exercise, participants work with living plants to understand how energy is sustained or drained — and what conditions allow work, and people, to grow over time.
Event Details
Date: Sun, 25 Apr
Time: 1.30pm – 5.00pm
Venue: GUI – Kampung Kampus
Tickets: $30 (1/2 of proceeds support GUI's Big Move)
Sign up here!
Why does work burn us out?
Modern work often demands constant output — until we realise we’re burning out.
Why does work take more than it gives?
In this NEVOX: StoryLabs session, participants explore burnout through guided, third-person storytelling, using a plant as their character to reflect on work from a distance. Through a hands-on potting exercise, participants work with living plants to understand how energy is sustained or drained — and what conditions allow work, and people, to grow over time.
Event Details
Date: Sun, 25 Apr
Time: 1.30pm – 5.00pm
Venue: GUI – Kampung Kampus
Tickets: $30 (1/2 of proceeds support GUI's Big Move)
Sign up here!
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Educado is excited to announce that they are partnering with Concert Aurelia, a student-led charity fundraising concert!!
With Children’s Cancer Foundation as the beneficiary this year, Concert Aurelia is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for children and families impacted by childhood cancer, as well as promote local youth talent. Driven by a firm belief in the power of music to inspire hope and change, Aurelia promises an unforgettable evening of music, melodies and merriment.
Educado SDC will partner with Aurelia this year, setting up a booth on the day of the concert. You can look forward to mini carnival games, delectable prizes, and, of course, high-quality, zero-cost tuition, all with music and live performances to watch. Save the date now!
Date: Thursday, 4th June
Time: 5.20pm - 9.30pm
Venue: *SCAPE Ground theatre
For more concert details, check out their Instagram page, @concert.aurelia Purchase tickets > here. See you there!!
With Children’s Cancer Foundation as the beneficiary this year, Concert Aurelia is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for children and families impacted by childhood cancer, as well as promote local youth talent. Driven by a firm belief in the power of music to inspire hope and change, Aurelia promises an unforgettable evening of music, melodies and merriment.
Educado SDC will partner with Aurelia this year, setting up a booth on the day of the concert. You can look forward to mini carnival games, delectable prizes, and, of course, high-quality, zero-cost tuition, all with music and live performances to watch. Save the date now!
Date: Thursday, 4th June
Time: 5.20pm - 9.30pm
Venue: *SCAPE Ground theatre
For more concert details, check out their Instagram page, @concert.aurelia Purchase tickets > here. See you there!!
Be part of a child’s emotional development at 32 Pages!
32 Pages is a groundup that aims to help develop social emotional skills in children. They’re looking for volunteers to join them in their outreach activities, to guide children about emotions through their self-made SEL (socio-emotional learning) boardgame! If you enjoy playing games and interacting with children, join them!
Date: Tue, 23rd and Wed, 24th Jun
Time: 3pm - 5pm
Location: 15 Lor Toa Payoh S319580
Recruited volunteers will undergo a compulsory 4-5 hour training to understand their key approaches in interacting with children and be equipped in the skills of guided and reflective facilitation. In facilitating the boardgame, you’ll also be helping 32 Pages with improving their product design!
Sign up here!
32 Pages is a groundup that aims to help develop social emotional skills in children. They’re looking for volunteers to join them in their outreach activities, to guide children about emotions through their self-made SEL (socio-emotional learning) boardgame! If you enjoy playing games and interacting with children, join them!
Date: Tue, 23rd and Wed, 24th Jun
Time: 3pm - 5pm
Location: 15 Lor Toa Payoh S319580
Recruited volunteers will undergo a compulsory 4-5 hour training to understand their key approaches in interacting with children and be equipped in the skills of guided and reflective facilitation. In facilitating the boardgame, you’ll also be helping 32 Pages with improving their product design!
Sign up here!
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Citizens' Circle: Digital Well-Being
Date: Sat, 9 May 2026
Time: 9.30am to 3.00pm
Venue: The Treetop @ *SCAPE, Level 5
Whether you're a youth with ideas, a parent navigating the digital world with your child, or someone ready to turn problems into solutions - this is your space to co-create a better Singapore.
Join Citizens' Circle as they explore two key challenge statements together:
1. How might we enable youths to develop healthier social media habits for improved mental well-being?
2. How might we support parents and caregivers so they can better support youths' digital wellness journey?
Register at go.gov.sg/cc-digitalwellbeing
Date: Sat, 9 May 2026
Time: 9.30am to 3.00pm
Venue: The Treetop @ *SCAPE, Level 5
Whether you're a youth with ideas, a parent navigating the digital world with your child, or someone ready to turn problems into solutions - this is your space to co-create a better Singapore.
Join Citizens' Circle as they explore two key challenge statements together:
1. How might we enable youths to develop healthier social media habits for improved mental well-being?
2. How might we support parents and caregivers so they can better support youths' digital wellness journey?
Register at go.gov.sg/cc-digitalwellbeing
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A.R.K Initiative is hosting their very first online seminar since their founding back in Nov 2025!
The theme is ‘Our Shared Spaces’ with an aim to provide the audience with a compact 2-hour but diverse perspectives on harmonious coexistence with wildlife and ecosystems!
Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 8pm to 10pm
Slots are LIMITED, sign up here!
Follow @arkinitiative.sg for more updates!
The theme is ‘Our Shared Spaces’ with an aim to provide the audience with a compact 2-hour but diverse perspectives on harmonious coexistence with wildlife and ecosystems!
Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 8pm to 10pm
Slots are LIMITED, sign up here!
Follow @arkinitiative.sg for more updates!
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Good news, groundups! The deadline for PVPA submissions is extended to Monday, 1st June!
If you’ve been meaning to recognise an individual, organisation, or groundup that is making a positive impact on society, this is your opportunity to shine a spotlight on those making a difference.
🌟 Submissions are welcome a www.pvpa.sg.
If you’ve been meaning to recognise an individual, organisation, or groundup that is making a positive impact on society, this is your opportunity to shine a spotlight on those making a difference.
🌟 Submissions are welcome a www.pvpa.sg.
StoryLabs: What Are You Doing With Your Life?
NEVOX is running a StoryLabs session on this terrible existential question, explored sideways through objects we own, return to, and somehow get possessed by.
For this StoryLabs session, bring one small object with personal meaning — something sentimental, ordinary, funny, confusing, or simply something you’ve kept for reasons you may not fully understand.
Through guided small-group storytelling, you’ll explore memory, belonging, direction, and what feels possible now.
Session Details:
📅 Sat, 9 May
⌚ 4pm – 7.30pm
📍 Marine Terrace (exact details will be sent upon confirmation)
Free entry. Optional donations to Ground-Up Initiative's #guisbigmove are welcome, with $15 suggested for those who are able.
Sign up 👉 here
NEVOX is running a StoryLabs session on this terrible existential question, explored sideways through objects we own, return to, and somehow get possessed by.
For this StoryLabs session, bring one small object with personal meaning — something sentimental, ordinary, funny, confusing, or simply something you’ve kept for reasons you may not fully understand.
Through guided small-group storytelling, you’ll explore memory, belonging, direction, and what feels possible now.
Session Details:
📅 Sat, 9 May
⌚ 4pm – 7.30pm
📍 Marine Terrace (exact details will be sent upon confirmation)
Free entry. Optional donations to Ground-Up Initiative's #guisbigmove are welcome, with $15 suggested for those who are able.
Sign up 👉 here
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Say Know x SOAR: Say Know To Mood Disorders
Join this open and honest conversation about living with and recovering from mood disorders. This session brings together diverse voices for some #realtalk on experiences, insights, and support. Open to anyone interested in learning more, participants can expect a safe space for questions, shared perspectives, and practical takeaways.
📅 Sat, 16 May 2026
⌚ 1.15pm to 5pm
📍 The Foundry (11 Prinsep Link, S187949)
Invited speakers range from individuals with lived experience to healthcare professionals to share on this topic. Community partners such as Mindfull Community and Singapore Anglican Community Services will also be setting up outreach booths where you can learn more about their work and services.
For more information, including detailed speaker bios, visit @sayknowsg or www.sayknow.sg
Sign up ➡ here
Join this open and honest conversation about living with and recovering from mood disorders. This session brings together diverse voices for some #realtalk on experiences, insights, and support. Open to anyone interested in learning more, participants can expect a safe space for questions, shared perspectives, and practical takeaways.
📅 Sat, 16 May 2026
⌚ 1.15pm to 5pm
📍 The Foundry (11 Prinsep Link, S187949)
Invited speakers range from individuals with lived experience to healthcare professionals to share on this topic. Community partners such as Mindfull Community and Singapore Anglican Community Services will also be setting up outreach booths where you can learn more about their work and services.
For more information, including detailed speaker bios, visit @sayknowsg or www.sayknow.sg
Sign up ➡ here
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What if your next collaboration started with a walk? 🚶♀️🚶
Brought to you by BAGUS Together and The Legal Sauce, Groundup Transit is a space for charities and groundups working in similar causes to meet one another – not across tables or panels, but side by side, in conversation, while walking together with legal volunteers.
The intention is simple but powerful:
🤝 Foster genuine connections
⚙️ Surface shared challenges
✍️ Learn from groundups who have successfully partnered charities
💡 Explore fresh ideas for collaborations across people, spaces, and programmes.
Groundup Transit is a relaxed, open session to meet fellow changemakers, share stories, and see where the conversation takes us. No stages. No slides. Just real people doing real work, walking side by side. 🌿
Slots are limited, sign up by Tuesday, 2nd June! Info and registration 👉 https://bit.ly/GU-transit
Brought to you by BAGUS Together and The Legal Sauce, Groundup Transit is a space for charities and groundups working in similar causes to meet one another – not across tables or panels, but side by side, in conversation, while walking together with legal volunteers.
The intention is simple but powerful:
🤝 Foster genuine connections
⚙️ Surface shared challenges
✍️ Learn from groundups who have successfully partnered charities
💡 Explore fresh ideas for collaborations across people, spaces, and programmes.
Groundup Transit is a relaxed, open session to meet fellow changemakers, share stories, and see where the conversation takes us. No stages. No slides. Just real people doing real work, walking side by side. 🌿
Slots are limited, sign up by Tuesday, 2nd June! Info and registration 👉 https://bit.ly/GU-transit
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🌟 Join Singapore Silent Heroes for "Impact for Humanity" Symposium! 🌟
The “Impact for Humanity” Symposium panel discussion will be spotlighting individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society, often without recognition, despite facing personal challenges.
Come and be inspired by stories of resilience and selfless service!
Event Details:
📅 Saturday, 16th May 2026
⌚ 1.30pm to 4pm (Registration from 1pm)
📍Enabling Village, Hall @ UOB Ability Hub, 20 Lengkok Bahru, S(159053)
👕 Dress Code: Smart Casual
📝 Don't miss out on this impactful afternoon, secure your spot by registering at this 🔗 link
The “Impact for Humanity” Symposium panel discussion will be spotlighting individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society, often without recognition, despite facing personal challenges.
Come and be inspired by stories of resilience and selfless service!
Event Details:
📅 Saturday, 16th May 2026
⌚ 1.30pm to 4pm (Registration from 1pm)
📍Enabling Village, Hall @ UOB Ability Hub, 20 Lengkok Bahru, S(159053)
👕 Dress Code: Smart Casual
📝 Don't miss out on this impactful afternoon, secure your spot by registering at this 🔗 link