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CapitaLand awards S$3.4 million under inaugural Community Resilience Initiative to 12 grantees
19 Sep 2025
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Mr Tony Tan, Executive Director of CHF and Chief Corporate Officer of CapitaLand Development, and Ms Dhun Davar, Chief of Programmes and Deputy CEO of AVPN (centre), with grantee representatives from four countries at the AVPN Global Conference 2025 where the announcement was made.
Singapore, 19 September 2025 – CapitaLand Hope Foundation (CHF), the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group, in collaboration with AVPN, the largest network of social investors in Asia, has named 12 grantees under the inaugural CapitaLand Community Resilience Initiative. The initiative will support vulnerable children and youth across China, India, Singapore and Vietnam through programmes that strengthen education, skills development, and physical and mental well-being.
Mr Tony Tan, Executive Director of CHF and Chief Corporate Officer of CapitaLand Development, said:
“At CapitaLand, we believe that building resilience is key to the long-term sustainability and well-being of the communities where we operate. The strong response and quality of proposals we received reaffirmed the need for meaningful, sustainable solutions. That is why we increased the fund from S$3 million to S$3.4 million, as a reflection of our commitment to go further when the needs are clear. By supporting local non-profits who bring culturally relevant solutions, we can elevate their work and create lasting, positive change together.”
Mr Tony Tan, Executive Director of CHF and Chief Corporate Officer of CapitaLand Development, speaking at the AVPN Global Conference 2025.
Addressing social challenges across four countries
The 12 grantees will deliver programmes addressing some of the most pressing needs in the region, including:
Collectively, these initiatives span educational equity, leadership development, assistive technologies, arts engagement, and welfare for vulnerable groups. Each programme is tailored to its local context yet united by a common purpose: to uplift lives, create opportunities, and build stronger, more inclusive, and resilient communities.
Ms Dhun Davar, Chief of Programmes and Deputy CEO of AVPN, said: "CapitaLand Community Resilience Initiative is a powerful example of how strategic philanthropy can build stronger, more inclusive communities by investing in local leadership. These 12 grantees are not only addressing urgent challenges, from inclusive education to mental health and skills development, they are doing so with deep cultural knowledge and community trust. At AVPN, we are pleased to work alongside CapitaLand Hope Foundation to support these organisations through effective fund management and capacity building. By aligning capital with community-driven solutions, we can unlock meaningful outcomes and help shape a more resilient and equitable future for children and youth across Asia.”
Ms Lin Shiyun, Founder and Executive Director of 3Pumpkins, one of Singapore’s grantees, added: “Tak Takut Kids Club is a community development project that builds safe and happy spaces for children to connect, grow and thrive. With the support from the grant, we are able to bring the kids club to a second neighbourhood and build our internal capacity for future scaling.”
Grantee representatives from the four countries at the AVPN Global Conference 2025
China, India, Singapore and Vietnam were chosen as focus countries given CapitaLand’s strong presence and long-standing community engagement in these markets. Grant allocations are based on project scope, scalability and impact potential to ensure meaningful, measurable outcomes for children and youth.
20 years of giving, future-ready philanthropy
As CHF marks its 20th anniversary this year, CHF continues to evolve towards systemic, scalable and future-ready giving. Since its inception in 2005, CHF has contributed more than S$64 million and supported over 540,000 beneficiaries across Asia. The CapitaLand Community Resilience Initiative builds on this legacy, driving sustainable community development and resilience for the next generation.
Please refer to the Annex for the list of 12 grantees or visit CapitaLand Community Resilience Initiative for more details.
China
1. Ningyuan County Dayuanshe Art and Culture Exchange Center
Present at AVPN Global Conference 2025
This organisation addresses the emotional and social needs of “left-behind” rural children whose parents work away from home. Through community-embedded art programmes, local volunteers, women and elders provide a supportive environment to enhance children's mental health and self-confidence. The grant will support programme expansion to new rural communities to reach more children with art accompaniment interventions.
2. Guangzhou Panyu District Xingai Common Growth Charity Service Center
Focused on rural primary schools, Xingai Charity delivers resilience and interest courses to left-behind children, also building community resilience via inter-school activities and improved education infrastructure. With the grant, the organisation will train local teachers and expand its scope to 10 schools in Guangdong Province.
3. Beijing Western Sunshine Rural Development Foundation
Western Sunshine runs the Fun Future Children’s Growth Centers offering long-term educational and social support in township communities. Emphasising socialised learning and service-oriented participation, the initiative nurtures leadership and educational equity for rural children. The grant will deepen service reach across four sites in Yunnan and Gansu provinces.
India
1. ASSISTECH Foundation
Present at AVPN Global Conference 2025
India’s pioneer ecosystem enabling Assistive Technology for children with disabilities offers programmes for speech, hearing, and visually impaired youth. The grant will launch the provide technology-enabled inclusive education to children in Karnataka.
https://atflabs.org
2. Teach To Lead (Teach for India)
This fellowship builds education leadership by placing committed fellows in low-income schools across multiple cities to transform learning experiences for 31,500 students. The grant will expand the fellowship’s Chennai site, increasing both teacher fellows and student reach.
https://www.teachforindia.org
3. SwaTaleem Foundation
Committed to empowering adolescent girls from socio-economically disadvantaged communities, SwaTaleem offers foundational education and critical life skills to address challenges such as early marriage and school dropout. The grant will support expansion to over 37,000 girls across several Indian states through community-based models.
https://www.swataleem.org
Singapore
1. 3Pumpkins Limited
Present at AVPN Global Conference 2025
The Tak Takut Kids Club offers sustained community support for children facing multi-faceted interlinked challenges in low-income neighbourhoods. The grant will support the expansion of the club to a new neighbourhood and strengthen programme delivery for 600 children.
https://www.3pumpkins.co
2. Halogen Foundation
Halogen’s Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) programme equips underserved youth with entrepreneurial mindsets and future-ready skills through a structured curriculum and mentorship. With the grant, Halogen will deepen programme access for 250 youths, promoting leadership and confidence development.
https://halogen.sg
3. Presbyterian Community Services
This new CareAbilities Programme focuses on vocational training and job coaching for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), addressing barriers to employment. With the grant, the programme will pilot training and mentorship services to improve employment outcomes for PwDs.
https://pcs.org.sg
Vietnam
1. Ho Chi Minh City Child Welfare Association
Present at AVPN Global Conference 2025
HCWA provides education and shelter for disadvantaged children, including migrant and HIV-affected youth. The grant supports community-based education, psychosocial support, mental health services, and legal aid to sustain and extend impact in Ho Chi Minh City.
https://hcwa.org.vn
2. Spoon Foundation
Spoon offers a holistic programme supporting children with disabilities and their families through caregiver training, psychosocial support, and community integration in Hanoi Province. The grant will enable programme delivery to vulnerable families aiming to reduce institutionalisation.
https://www.spoonfoundation.org/tag/vietnam
3. Pacific Links Foundation
Through school outreach and a virtual summer camp, Pacific Links educates rural youth on trafficking prevention, safe migration, and life skills across central and southern Vietnam. The grant supports personnel and educational resources to reach over 2,250 youth beneficiaries annually.
https://pacificlinks.org
