People’s Association and POSB raise S$1 million for POSB PAssion Kids Fund to develop innovative programmes for children
Unique carnival featuring Singapore’s largest kids’ yoga sessions aims to promote the importance of mental and physical wellness amongst families
Jointly-organised by the PA and POSB, the event will also feature a unique carnival where Singapore’s largest kids’ yoga sessions will be held. The two yoga sessions will see up to 200 children participate as part of the ‘Wellness by the Bay’ themed carnival. This year, organisers hope to promote the importance of mental and physical wellness amongst the young who will take Singapore into the future. Apart from the run and family walk, participants can look forward to taking part in a series of exciting carnival programmes such as obstacle courses and an informal panel discussion which will dwell on topics close to the hearts of young families. Fresh off its month-long run at the National Library Building, the POSB Gallery will also move to Marina Promontory, giving more event-goers the chance to enjoy the popular exhibition.
Peter Seah, Chairman of DBS Group Holdings, said, “As Singapore’s oldest and most loved bank, POSB is deeply woven into the fabric of the nation and we stay true to our mission of being the ‘People’s Bank’. The POSB Passion Run for Kids is now in its eighth year and I’m deeply heartened to see the continued strong support from our corporate partners and donors. Through the POSB PAssion Kids Fund, we will continue to support our leaders of tomorrow through the various programmes that we have set up, and help them reach their full potential and realise their dreams.”
Chief Executive Director, People’s Association, Mr Ang Hak Seng, BBM said, “Like POSB, the People’s Association and our grassroots work to serve our residents within our neighbourhoods. We are happy to partner POSB. They are an example of organisations which make a difference in the lives of many in our community. It is an example that we hope that other corporates will emulate, to help build a more inclusive community. The POSB PAssion Kids Fund has benefitted over 244,000 children from different backgrounds through over 66 programmes. This year, PA will be collaborating with more Voluntary Welfare Organisations to bring the programmes deeper into the community so that many more children can build the Singapore of the future to fulfil their dreams and aspirations.”
As a lead up to the 10th anniversary of the run in 2018 and to thank the participants for supporting the run throughout the years, a special edition of the POSB PAssion Run for Kids medal will be introduced this year. This medal can be pieced together with the medals for both editions of the runs in 2017 and 2018 to form a special edition POSB PAssion Run for Kids Medal set.
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A part of the DBS Group, POSB is the largest and oldest local bank in Singapore with 4 million customers. Having served generations of Singaporeans for the past 139 years, it is known as the "People's Bank", and prides itself on being "neighbours first, bankers second".
With a good understanding of Singaporeans through the years, POSB offers products and services that are relevant to the savings, borrowing, investment and insurance needs of all Singaporeans. With over 50 branches conveniently located islandwide, and over 1,000 ATMs and Cash Acceptance Machines across the island, POSB's distribution network is the largest in Singapore.
POSB acknowledges the passion, commitment and can-do spirit in each of its staff. For more information, please visit www.posb.com.sg.
About People’s Association
The People’s Association (PA) was established on 1 July 1960 to promote racial harmony and social cohesion in Singapore. Our mission is to build and bridge communities in achieving one people, one Singapore. PA offers a wide range of programmes to cater to Singaporeans from all walks of life - connecting people to people, and people and government. We do this through our network of 1,800 grassroots organisations (GROs), over 100 Community Clubs, five Community Development Councils, National Community Leadership Institute and Water-Venture. More information at www.pa.gov.sg and OurCommunity.sg.
About WeCare PALs
Comprising corporate and community partners, the WeCare PALs aim to create a caring society in Singapore, working hand in hand with the People’s Association (PA) and its grassroots networks. Through the avenue of any cause-driven programme, WeCare PALs hopes to enable our corporate and community partners, also known as WeCare PALs, to join and play a meaningful role in helping the underprivileged, disadvantaged and/or the special needs citizens and deepening the connection with the community. With the tagline, “Connecting Partners for A Caring Community”, the resources and help contributed by any WeCare PALs will certainly go a long way to impact lives in the community and build a great and caring home for all.