Introducing The City of Good
City of Good is a vision of a Singapore, where Individuals, Organisations and Leaders come together to give their best for others. Giving our best for others means moving away from a ‘me-first’ mindset and being other-centred.
In short, a City of Good is where we value people first and foremost, and become a Singapore that cares.
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We believe that Singaporeans can be other-centred.
Our history shows that we do care and act – right from the time of our forefathers, who set up ethnic associations, built schools and hospitals to serve the community. That said, everyone has moments when we doubt whether we “have enough” to give. This is why we must always remind ourselves of the gifts we already have and make other-centredness an ingrained habit and care as part of our culture, and a way of life. City of Good fuels the national Singapore Cares movement to build a caring and inclusive home for all, where care is an integral part of our Singaporean identity and way of life.
People of Good
People who care for one another and take action to make society better for all will encourage others to act and spark change.
Singapore’s online platform to match donors and volunteers to charities.
A national movement where brands, non-profits and people celebrate the spirit of giving.
Organisations of Good
Organisations that empower people will have happier customers, a more motivated workforce, and ultimately become sustainable organisations with lasting legacies.
Our programme that strengthens the ecosystem of doing good in Singapore’s organisations.
Leaders of Good
Leaders who build trust between diverse groups and empower other leaders to do good will pave the way for a better future together.
Nurturing non-profit leadership capabilities through the development of communities and collaborations.
The Community Matters Team at NVPC serves to champion, nurture and bridge communities.
Articles
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From paycheck to purpose: How corporates can support Lower-Income Families
A constant source of income provides a sense of security and helps an individual meet their basic needs. Yet for…
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Funding Non-Profits calls for flexibility and trust to better help Lower-Income Families
Non-profit organisations (NPOs) are doing valuable work to support the needs of Lower-Income Families in Singapore. Funders – whether they’re…
- PVPA Articles ·
PVPA 2023: Organisations of Good Award Winners
Organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) is the pinnacle award…
- Leaders of Good ·
PVPA 2023: Leaders of Good Award Winners
Organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) is the pinnacle award…
- People of Good ·
PVPA 2023: People of Good Award Winners
Organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) is the pinnacle award…
- PVPA Articles ·
12 Winners Awarded in the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards 2023
The President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2023 ceremony took place on 17th October 2023 at the Istana. Conferred by…
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PVPA 2023 – Meet Our Nominees Celia, Emily & Winston
As we gear up to the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2023 this October, we bring to you stories…
- People of Good ·
Celebrate Singapore By Giving Back To These 5 Charities This National Day!
As we gear up to paint the city red and white on National Day, let’s add an extra splash of…
- People of Good ·
Rehabilitating Homes Showed This Singaporean Youth A Side of Singapore Rarely Seen
A home renovation is something many of us look forward to. Painstakingly going through all kinds of household items, deciding…
- People of Good ·
Inspiring Hope, Strength, and Courage – Meet Glyph Founder, Si Hui
‘Hope’, ‘Strength’ and ‘Courage’ are values that Glyph believe in and live by. Developed to enrich the lives of children,…
- People of Good ·
From Mistreated Children To Delinquent Youths: How Can We Help?
In a world where childhood should be a time of joy, innocence, and boundless possibilities, a harsh reality persists: childhood…
- People of Good ·
Ignite Your Impact and Make a Difference With A Twist This July
This July, get active or uncover new knowledge while doing good with HCSA Community Services and the National Library Board…
- People of Good ·
4 Fun Activities to Volunteer With Your Mum for Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day – the one day every year where we get to shower our mothers in love and affection the…
- People of Good ·
Dare To Try – Meet Josh Tseng
City of Good catches up with Josh Tseng, a Digital Accessibility Specialist, public speaker, and advocate for a more inclusive…
- People of Good ·
A Family’s Fight Against Cancer Spurs Hope for Others
Cancer – a disease when mentioned, can leave anyone feeling all sorts of fears, concerns and anxieties. Even more so,…
- People of Good ·
Happy International Women’s Day 2023!
City of Good celebrates and honours every woman and girl today, who has been making differences every day, regardless how…
- People of Good ·
5 Volunteering Date Ideas For This Valentine’s Day
When we are thinking of what to do for Valentine’s Day with our loved ones, thrill and excitement fills us.…
- People of Good ·
Wildlife Matters and Why You Should Care
Elephants and tigers – some of the most majestic creatures that are native to our region. So much so that…
- People of Good ·
Singapore Giving Series #1: Everyone Can Be A Philanthropist
Can Everyone Be A Philanthropist? Philanthropy has become synonymous with the elites, foundations like the Ngee Ann Kongsi Foundation, and…
- People of Good ·
Purpose behind the action – An International Volunteer Day Special
International Volunteer Day (IVD) is organised by the UN Volunteers (UNV) that commemorates the sheer dedication and hard work of…
Resources
NVPC Corporate Giving Study 2021
This report provides insight into corporate giving in Singapore during the pandemic, and highlights initiatives that businesses and non-profit organisations…
NVPC Individual Giving Study 2021
Since 2000, the Individual Giving Study has guided non-profit organisations, government, community partners and the wider society to better understand…
Launch of the Handbook on Effective Non-Profit Boards
This Handbook highlights eight factors as well as the insights and recommendations to build an effective non-profit board based on…
Individual Giving Study 2018 – Silver V Study
Volunteerism can enable seniors to rediscover their purpose and identity, and strengthen their sense of belonging in society. In 2018,…
NVPC Individual Giving Study 2018
The biennial Individual Giving Study (IGS) looks at volunteerism, philanthropy and other giving behaviours at the national level in Singapore.…
NVPC Corporate Giving Study 2017
The NVPC Corporate Giving Survey (CGS) is a study of volunteerism, philanthropy and other ways of giving among business corporations…
The Singapore Giver: A Life Stage Perspective
How can we encourage people to give at various life stages? This presentation was first shared NVPC’s inaugural Giving Matters…
Cheatsheet on Issues Faced By the Elderly In Singapore
This cheatsheet gives a quick overview of worrying trends and emerging concerns affecting the elderly in Singapore. Designed to provide…
Cheatsheet on Issues Faced By People With Disabilities In Singapore
This cheatsheet gives a quick overview of worrying trends and emerging concerns affecting people with disabilities (PWDs) in Singapore. Designed…
Cheatsheet on Issues Faced By Children and Youth In Singapore
This cheatsheet gives a quick overview of worrying trends and emerging concerns affecting children and youth in Singapore. Designed to…
Report on Issues Faced By People With Disabilities In Singapore
This report provides an in-depth look at worrying trends and emerging concerns affecting people with disabilities (PWDs) in Singapore. Validated…
Report on Issues Faced By The Elderly In Singapore
This report provides an in-depth look at worrying trends and emerging concerns affecting the elderly in Singapore. Validated by practitioners, Issues…
Report on Issues Faced By Children and Youth In Singapore
This report provides an in-depth look at worrying trends and emerging concerns affecting children and youth in Singapore. Validated by…
Board Leadership Survey 2016 Findings
Key Findings Comparison of current landscape and revised code of governance As per the organisations’ policy, over 35% of organisations…
Individual Giving Survey 2016 Findings
This survey measures individual giving in terms of volunteerism and philanthropy in Singapore. Key objectives are to determine extent of…
Individual Giving Survey 2014 Findings
This survey measures individual giving in terms of volunteerism and philanthropy in Singapore. Key objectives are to determine extent of…
Individual GIving Survey 2014 Supplement Findings
This survey supplement seeks to gain additional insights into volunteerism in regards to employee volunteerism in Singapore in a bid…
Bridging The Expectations Gap In Corporate Giving
The objective of this study was to define the extent of misalignment in expectations of corporate giving between businesses and…
Subjective Wellbeing Survey 2013 Findings
This study is part of the Individual Giving Survey 2012. It explores the relationship between givers’ intention to give in…
Individual Giving Survey 2012 Findings
This survey measures individual giving in terms of volunteerism and philanthropy in Singapore. Key objectives are to determine extent of…
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The President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards is the pinnacle award and platform to recognise individuals and groups that have achieved excellence in giving.
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