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Hanoi, 26 June 2025 – CapitaLand Development (CLD) has launched the third edition of its “Together We Step: Step For Kindness” campaign in Hanoi, supported by CapitaLand Hope Foundation (CHF), the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group.  In partnership with Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation, the initiative seeks to rally public support and improve the lives of children and youth through education and outreach programmes.

The campaign is part of CapitaLand’s long-standing commitment to community development in Vietnam.  Bringing together employees, partners, and the community, the campaign will run from 26 June to 12 October 2025, featuring an online step challenge and an outdoor community walk event.  CHF has pledged to donate up to US$97,000 (over VND2.4 billion^[1]) once the joint target of 400 million online steps and 40 million event steps is reached.  Participants are encouraged to log steps online throughout the campaign and join the culminating outdoor event on 12 October 2025 at Ocean City in Hanoi.  Two scenic walking routes (2km and 5km) will be available, and the event is open to individuals of all ages.  Registration is available at https://togetherwestep.vn/ha-noi-2025-en/.

This is part of a three-year commitment worth up to a total of US$270,000 (over VND6.7 billion), to support street children and vulnerable students in Vietnam.  Previously, CHF pledged US$75,000 (over VND1.8 billion) to Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation to improve the social mobility of children and youth facing adversities through access to education, vocational training, career orientation, life skills development and leadership training. 

Mr Alwin Low, General Manager of North Vietnam of CapitaLand Development (Vietnam), said: “We believe that every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and thrive.  Through our continued partnership with Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation, we are taking tangible steps to empower street children and students with the education and support they need to break the cycle of poverty.  As CapitaLand Hope Foundation marks 20 years of giving this year, this campaign is a meaningful way for us to reaffirm our commitment to driving long-term, sustainable impact in Vietnam.  Last year, we were heartened to welcome over 5,000 participants to the outdoor community event in the capital city.  This year, we aim to double that number and look forward to rallying the support of the wider community and partnering with like-minded organisations to amplify our impact and create lasting change.”

Mr Do Duy Vi, Co-CEO of Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation, said: “To us, kindness is more than a value; it is a powerful force that unlocks meaningful change, especially for vulnerable children.  Through this ‘Together We Step: Step For Kindness’, we are honoured to partner once again with CapitaLand to help more street children leave the streets, return to school and build a future rooted in safety, learning and hope.  This continued partnership enables us to go further, do more and inspire children to dream bigger.  Every step we take together will be a step towards dignity, opportunity and a brighter tomorrow for Vietnam’s youth.”

Since 2011, CLD, through CHF, has contributed approximately VND70 billion (US$2.8 million) towards corporate social responsibility initiatives in Vietnam.  These efforts have benefitted more than 19,000 children and youth, with over 26,000 volunteer hours contributed by CapitaLand staff and community volunteers.  Notable initiatives include the refurbishment of five schools in Phu Tho, Hung Yen, Long An, and Bac Giang provinces, and education-focused programmes such as the ‘My Schoolbag’ Programme, CapitaLand Kids Programme @ Education Bursary, and the Nutrition Project under CapitaLand Hope School Programme.

The Fullton, CLD’s first low-rise development in Hung Yen province, Greater Hanoi, is the main sponsor of the Hanoi campaign.  With a projected development value of approximately US$800 million, The Fullton spans 25 hectares over multiple phases, delivering 342 residential units in the first phase and an additional 350 units in the second phase.  Other sponsors supporting the outdoor community event include The Ascott Vietnam, Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam – Cau Giay Branch, California Fitness & Yoga Centers, BreadTalk, TLG Production, Trade and Services Joint Stock Company, Bao Minh Insurance Corporation, Vexere Trading Services Co., Ltd.  These sponsors will contribute resources and on-ground engagement for participants, reflecting the collaborative spirit of the #GivingAsOne initiative and reinforcing collective efforts to uplift vulnerable communities.

[1] Based on an exchange rate of US$1 to VND25,000 unless stated otherwise

About CapitaLand Development Vietnam (https://www.capitaland.com/vn)

CapitaLand Development (CLD) is the development arm of CapitaLand Group, with a portfolio worth S$21.5 billion as of 31 March 2025. Focusing on its core markets of Singapore, China and Vietnam, CLD’s well-established real estate development capabilities span across various asset classes, including integrated developments, retail, office, lodging, residential, business parks, industrial, logistics and data centres.

CLD (Vietnam) oversees and grows CLD’s investment and development business in Vietnam, one of CLD’s core markets where it has built an extensive presence over 30 years. CLD (Vietnam)’s portfolio comprises one SOHO development, two integrated developments, and over 19,000 quality homes across 19 residential developments. Its strong expertise in master planning, land development and project execution has won numerous accolades, including Asia Pacific Property Awards, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards and Golden Dragon Award.

CLD aspires to be a developer of choice that goes beyond real estate development to enrich lives and uplift communities. It is committed to continue creating quality spaces for work, live and play in the communities in which it operates, through sustainable and innovative solutions.

As part of CapitaLand Group, CLD places sustainability at the core of what it does. As a responsible real estate company, CLD complements CapitaLand’s businesses through its contributions to the environmental and social well-being of the communities where it operates, as it delivers long-term economic value to its stakeholders.

About CapitaLand Hope Foundation (www.capitalandhopefoundation.com)

CapitaLand Hope Foundation, the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group, was established in 2005.  The Foundation contributes towards building resilience in communities where CapitaLand operates, through supporting education, health and well-being initiatives, targeting children, youth and seniors. Going beyond donations, the Foundation also advocates volunteerism as an integral part of building a caring and inclusive community.

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