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Megan with Mdm Kovila

14 July 2025

At 16, she wanted more than grades — and one volunteer visit to an elderly stranger’s home changed everything.

What started as volunteering to clean an elderly person's home turned into a meaningful lesson about compassion, understanding different cultures, and finding fulfillment – showing that true learning happens far beyond the classroom.

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Caden at the National Family Festival

22 June 2025

Rooted in Care: How Volunteering Shaped Caden’s Belief in Family and Community

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SG60

From helping at a community cookhouse as a child to supporting others as an avid volunteer now, Caden’s journey shows how compassion, family bonds, and collective action can create a lasting impact.

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Yuzil seated on a couch, smiling, with colourful cushions and soft lighting behind her.

28 May 2025

Walking alongside those who need us most

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SG60

Through small, simple acts of care, Yuzil Binti Mohd Yusoff proves that meaningful change often starts with simply showing up — and that volunteering, in its many forms, truly is for everyone.

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Monk in brown robes walks along a temple corridor with ornate columns and tiled floor.

21 May 2025

One monk's hope for Singapore society

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SG60

The Venerable Dr. Chuan Sheng, an Asian studies professor-turned-monk, meditates on what brings communities together.

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Barista preparing a drink at Dutch Colony Coffee.

28 April 2025

From bitter to balanced: The journey of Muhamad Ilhan bin Muhammad

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SG60

At just 19, Muhamad Ilhan bin Muhammad’s journey from troubled youth to aspiring barista exemplifies the power of second chances. Once adrift after being expelled from school due to a police case, Ilhan found renewed purpose through a programme supported by SGSHARE.

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Man standing in front of Blackgoat restaurant sign with a smile.

17 April 2025

More than a young hawker: Why this 25-year-old gives away free food every Ramadan

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SG60

Fikri Rohaimi’s strong passion for and dedication to giving back to his community can be seen in the evolution of his yearly Ramadan free meal initiative. What originally started as a way to provide quality, delicious meals for those breaking their fast has morphed into a powerful yearly practice that serves the community and everyone in need.

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Man standing in front of the Everton Park sign, smiling and posing.

11 March 2025

Meet your friends next door: Ganesan the bridge between neighbours at Everton Park

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SG60

When conflicts arise, those involved typically turn to a trusted group of individuals – the community grassroots leaders for support.

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Three people smiling and posing with hand gestures, standing in front of a colorful play structure.

5 March 2025

Meet your friends next door: How the Dragon Angel Rescuers transformed Toa Payoh East Zone 6 into a sustainable hub

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SG60

From dedicated e-waste collection drives to bakery rescues, residents have created initiatives that showcase the spirit of mutual care and collaboration.

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Person standing in front of the Everton Park entrance with buildings in the background.

13 February 2025

Meet your friends next door: How food rescues brought the community at Compassvale Helm together

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SG60

Amid the daily bustle of urban life, it’s easy to feel disconnected from those living just a few doors away. But in Compassvale Helm, the simple act of sharing food has blossomed into something extraordinary—a neighbourhood united by compassion, generosity, and kindness.

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Group of volunteers posing for a photo outside, wearing matching t-shirts and gloves

3 February 2025

Building a community one door at a time - Keeping Hope Alive mission beyond CNY

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SG60

For almost four decades, Fion Phua has knocked on doors to offer aid to the less privileged in Singapore. Through Keeping Hope Alive, the private initiative she founded, she continues to volunteer, offer a warm smile, and keep hope alive.

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