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At Raffles Education Limited (“RafflesEducation”), we provide quality education in creative arts, design, lifestyle and business management to make a tangible difference in the lives of our students.
As a growing premier education provider, we seek to make education an enriching life experience by developing industry-relevant skilled professionals and maintaining a culture that nurtures creative talent and management expertise. We are a member of the global community and behave as a responsible corporate citizen.
Based in Singapore, the Chew Hua Seng Foundation was established to serve as an effective conduit for the philanthropic work of RafflesEducation and its founder and CEO, Mr Chew Hua Seng. As a global company built on education, RafflesEducation believes that the surest path to make a difference in young lives is through providing educational opportunities to underserved communities.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation seeks to help underprivileged youths by granting them the resources they need to succeed in school and unlock their potential in life.
We are dedicated to filling basic needs to help youths get on with bigger things in their lives, reach their full potential, and become active contributors to the world economy.
RafflesEducation is committed to creating business growth while recognising the importance of good corporate citizenship. We, both as a corporation and through our people, strive to contribute positively and actively to the communities that we serve. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (“CSR”) policy is guided by the following principles:
We contribute actively to the communities that we serve by supporting worthwhile charitable causes, in particular those that provide educational opportunities to the underprivileged.
We promote and support the continuing professional development of a diversified workforce. We implement and continuously improve sustainable work-life balance strategies which meet corporate goals and enhance the quality of life for our staff.
We advocate and educate our students in carrying out sustainable environmental practices. We strive to use resources efficiently and reduce wastage by identifying practical ways to re-use our resources, and promoting opportunities to recycle waste.
On 14 June 2013, the Chew Hua Seng Foundation made a donation of RMB1 million to Red Cross Foundation Langfang Office in support of its humanitarian and disaster relief efforts. The humanitarian social relief organisation firmly abides by the seven Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The Red Cross Foundation continues to work hard to increase its contribution towards the well-being of the Chinese people and towards world peace and progress. During the 2013 Sichuan earthquakes, the Red Cross Foundation played a vital role in assisting victims in the South-West China province, where 212 were killed, 11,000 were injured, and 13,000 homes were destroyed. More than 220,000 people have been evacuated from the area.
On 24 August 2008, some 13 Interior Design students from Raffles Design Institute brought a whole new look to The Serangoon Community Club Multi-Purpose Hall. This Re-decoration project was part of Raffles Education Limited’s responsibility towards the society and as an effort to reach out to the community.
Once again, the Psychology students have fulfilled their commitment in reaching out to the community through volunteer work at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH). With the help of the Achievers group, a senior volunteer organisation in IMH, the students took part in feeding and organised activities to bring joy to the elderly at the long-stay ward.
Before the activities began, the student volunteers were reminded to observe proper decorum inside the ward. During the games activity, the participants were very cooperative and sporting. When they were asked to render a song, they obliged. Some danced and even won themselves a prize. The student volunteers also went around and looked for some shy ones to talk to, and even played mahjong with them. One way to show one’s commitment is when one makes oneself available not once, but many times.
Through the leadership of Jeanie, a Specialist Diploma in Applied Psychology student, the group of volunteers went back for another visit, this time to another ward – the female long-stay ward. And just like their first visit, the volunteers spent time to chat and entertain with their new friends. After the visit, the students surely felt the joy of giving. Their commitment will not stop there.
Much to the delight of our Psychology student volunteers who conducted the weekly activities at the Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) Youthreach division, they have been receiving positive response from the young participants.
It would be observed that after every activity, the student volunteers would come out of the SAMH Youthreach Centre happy and fulfilled. Apart from having that sense of fulfillment for doing something good for others, they also developed their public speaking skills which made them more confident in their communication with people. Furthermore, they became more sensitive and empathetic towards the less fortunate. Most of the time, the volunteers did not mind spending extra time listening to the youths. Moreover, as part of the students’ training, they got feedback from the Centre and the school’s Centre of Professional Development representative to gain insights in conducting activities. These tips would be useful for their future careers.
At the concluding part of the sessions, the students were touched to receive artistic personalised Thank you card from the youths.
The sessions might be over, but the students’ spirit of volunteerism lingers. Some have expressed their intention to go back to the centre and spend at least once a week to run their own sessions. They were also willing to assist in the administration job.
Follow-up activities have been planned. One of them would take place on 5 September at Sentosa Leisure Island, which was organised by the student volunteers and funded by the Chew Hua Seng Foundation. The programme would include games by the beach and watching the Songs of the Sea. Another event is a Christmas party in December which will be held at the Centre.
Raffles Education Limited is aware that not many people have an understanding of the mental health care and status in Singapore. By combining forces with Silver Ribbon (Singapore) to mark World Mental Health Day, it hopes to change people’s perception about patients with mental health problems and encourage people to look at the topic positively. Hundreds of guests and students, including Guest of Honour, Mr Abdullah Tarmugi, Minister of Parliament, and Silver Ribbon (Singapore) volunteers witnessed this event through a series of activities and workshops at our campus on 6 October.
It was a month-long wait before this day arrived. The group of Psychology students was excited because they were going to Shan You Counseling Centre, one of the many Volunteer Welfare Organizations (VWOs) and definitely one of the more remarkable ones for taking responsibility on reaching out to poor families and needy individuals.
At the Centre, the students helped the staff to prepare for the jumble sales, pack and deliver goods to the family recipients. The room was packed with donations, especially bags of rice, from generous and caring people who did not mind making the journey down to the Centre.
The students had a fruitful day at the Centre. They could better comprehend the meaning of giving and doing good, as evidenced from the fact that some decided to get involved in the Centre’s upcoming outreach activities. The students were glad that they have the ability to help others.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation made a donation of RMB 1 million to Red Cross Foundation Langfang Office in support of its humanitarian and disaster relief efforts.
Serangoon Citizens Consultative Committee Community Development and Welfare Fund was held on 10 August 2012.
In support of the Alpha Partners Fundraising Dinner.
Donation was made to help the survivors affected by the earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on 11 March 2011.
The main objective of PCS Lifeblood Centre is to support poor and needy families whose children have cancer or thalassaemia and help alleviate their suffering. The funding from Chew Hua Seng Foundation will help to ease their burdens.
In support of the publication of two Bible study books.
In support of the Catholic Business Network Charity Dinner 2011, the donation from Chew Hua Seng Foundation will benefit the needy at St Theresa Home and the Infant Jesus Homes & Children Centers.
In support of Alpha Singapore fundraising event.
Donations made to Serangoon Swing 2010/2011 Countdown (Street) Party, which was organised by Serangoon Citizens Consultative Committee, was used to create a vibrant, colorful and memorable events for Serangoon residents, friends and supporters to usher in the New Year in a unique and fun way.
The donation will be used in the refurbishment of the old folks’ home to modernise the living environment and create a new exercise area for the elderly in the community.
The Society for Continence (Singapore) is a voluntary welfare organisation dedicated to helping the sick and disabled aged who are suffering from involuntary leakage of urine and faeces, known in medical term as incontinence. The funding from Chew Hua Seng Foundation will improve and support the needs of fellow Singaporeans to deal with incontinence-related problems.
Contribution was made in support of the upgrading works to Bishan Community Club. To cope with the increasing demand for a healthy lifestyle of it residents, Bishan Community Club will be upgrading its facilities by building another floor as well as implementing new features and facilities such as an outdoor rock climbing wall, interactive water feature, additional youth activity space, games room and computer room and even a well-equipped gymnasium with a panoramic view.
This contribution aided in the development of a natural history museum that will serve as a valuable resource for biodiversity research and help generate interest among present and future generations in the importance of ecology, conservation and the environment to human survival and development.
To be opened in 2014, the museum will be renamed the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and it will benefit future generations of Singaporeans and visitors alike.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation made a donation to Life Sunshine Three on the Bund Charity Drive held in China. The objective is to raise funds to provide free surgical treatment to impoverished people in China suffering from cataract blindness. This donation will restore the eyesight of 50 individuals, thus enhancing their lives.
Donation was made to a charity dinner & concert in celebration of Jeremy Monteiro’s 50th birthday. With the aid of Community Chest, funds raised will benefit over 340,000 beneficiaries, giving them hope and cheer for a better future.
This is in support of the Jesus community. Being servants of Christ’s mission, the group is involved in ministries of the Word of interiority and of sacramental service, teaching catechism, doctrine and morals, formation of younger men to continue the propagation of the faith, reconciling the estranged and facilitating works of mercy.
The Ang Mo Kio Family Service Centre (Cheng San) requested for financial assistance to help a single parent with 2 young children. The single father has multiple health issues and is currently in the fourth stage of rectal cancer and has left him with debts due to his medical treatment. Thus with the interim assistance from Chew Hua Seng Foundation, it can help to tide through the family’s financial problems while looking for alternative long term support.
Organised by The Business Times, together with the Singapore Financial Women’s Association and a group of well-wishers, a fundraising luncheon-cum-tea event was held at the Singapore Turf Club for Assisi Hospice.
Assisi Hospice provides comprehensive services and personalised support to patients with terminal illness needing end-of-life care. The palliative care services cater to the total care of terminally-ill patients; its focus is for patients to live their remaining days in dignity and peace. Assisi has provided support to more than 1000 in-patients and patients living in the community and their families since 2009.
In support of the church’s mission trips to Tg Pinang Island.
Singapore Cares (SG Cares) organised Run Singapore, a charity run in conjunction with the 10th Anniversary of the President’s Challenge. Participants of Run Singapore will, for the first time, run on the official route of the Marina Bay Street Circuit used by 2009 FORMULA 1 SINGTEL SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX.
This being the 10th Anniversary of the President’s Challenge, there will be 10 adopted beneficiaries for the Run. Funds are expected to be raised from registration fees from runners, corporate contributions and sponsors. Run Singapore is about rallying people in Singapore, young and old, from all walks of life, businesses and the community, to volunteer and give their time, money and in-kind donation for a good cause. It is about community bonding and mobilising people to get together to help the needy. This togetherness represents the spirit of volunteerism.
Prior to the flag off of Run Singapore, SG Cares will be officially launched. SG Cares is a new nationwide initiative from the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre to provide flexible volunteer opportunities for community service. SG Cares aims to make volunteering fun, enjoyable and above all, meaningful where everyone who wants to help can do so easily. In collaboration with its partners, SG Cares will structure flexible volunteer projects and post them onto a real time online portal for individuals to sign up. There will be different opportunities for people from all walks of life in Singapore to contribute to a wide range of causes. Run Singapore is just the start.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation contributed to the NUH Patientcare Charity Fund which aims to improve the quality of life in the community by providing financial assistance to needy patients and their families, and by strongly supporting medical research and medical education for better patient care.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation started the spirit of becoming a founding donor to this meaningful ‘Giving’ initiative. The Community Foundation of Singapore is an independent, non-profit, philanthropic organisation which builds a collection of funds from many donors in the community. It provides services to the community and its donors, makes grants, and undertakes community leadership and partnership activities to address a wide variety of needs.
St Luke’s Hospital is a community hospital for patients aged 40 years and older. The hospital focuses on holistic care by a team of specialist family physicians, nurses and therapists, which will enable patients to regain sufficient functional independence and return to their own home. The Chew Hua Seng Foundation supported the good cause of St Luke’s Hospital that helps the needy, elderly and sick in the community.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation started the spirit of becoming a founding donor to this meaningful ‘Giving’ initiative. The Community Foundation of Singapore is an independent, non-profit, philanthropic organisation which builds a collection of funds from many donors in the community. It provides services to the community and its donors, makes grants, and undertakes community leadership and partnership activities to address a wide variety of needs.
This is the first time a Dyslexia Symposium is organised in Singapore by Orton-Gillingham Centre. The aim is to create awareness among general public about dyslexia, an ‘invisible’ disability that affects 1 out of 8 children in any given population. If left untreated, dyslexia may result in many social and emotional problems for the individuals suffering from it.
The MILK (Mainly I Love Kids) Fund is a charity organisation which reaches out to disadvantaged children in the hope of assisting them in becoming fully contributing members of society. These children often come from troubled or low-income families, suffer from chronic disease, are physically challenged and often find themselves caught in the downward spiral of poverty, disability and illness.
The Chew Hua Seng Foundation has been working closely with MILK and supporting various referred cases, particularly those families whose circumstances do not meet the criteria of the MILK and Students Care Service Compassion Fund.
This charity ball is in support of Dover Park Hospice for its palliative care services. Dover Park Hospice was started in 1992 to provide palliative care to the terminally ill. It provides compassionate, professional care in a serene and comfortable environment, together with a group of dedicated doctors, nurses, staff and volunteers to give their best care to the patients.
YouthReach is a recovery programme for children and youth identified with emotional and psychological problems. YouthReach aims to develop the child’s social and functioning competencies through life skills training. The Chew Hua Seng Foundation sponsored a trip to Sentosa during the September school holidays for members of YouthReach to foster bonding.
This was a combined effort and great initiative by staff and students of Raffles Education Limited and Raffles Design Institute to donate money by means of food, clothing and medical supplies to the Cyclone victims in Myanmar.
When the Wen Chuan earthquake struck on 12 May 2008 in China, millions around the world rallied in the country to give their moral and financial support. Having established a deep relationship with China through his many years of involvement with the local education industry, Mr Chew Hua Seng, Chairman and CEO of Raffles Education Limited, rendered immediate assistance to the victims with a donation of more than RMB500,000 to aid students from the disaster area who were studying at Raffles’ partner universities in Shanghai, Beijing, Changchun, Changzhou and Wuhan. A total of 146 students benefited from the Foundation’s donation, which assisted them to tide through this difficult period. On 12 June 2008, Mr Chew donated another RMB500,000 through the administration office of Langfang Economic & Technical Development Zone to aid in the relief work.
In line with the Chew Hua Seng Foundation’s objective to alleviate poverty in the communities where it operates, it made a contribution to the Operation Hope Foundation, which is dedicated to the needs of children and the poor.
Children-At-Risk Empowerment Association (CARE Singapore) is a non-profit, voluntary welfare organisation registered with an Institution of Public Character (IPC) status. Formed in 1997, CARE Singapore, which is also a member of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS), recognises that “it is far easier to build strong children than to repair broken men”. The Chew Hua Seng Foundation made a contribution to CARE Singapore to support its work with schools to reach out to youths who are at risk of academic failure, display emotional and behavioral problems, suicidal tendencies and juvenile delinquency.
The nature of the Group’s operations, which involve the provision of educational services, is such that adverse environment and social (E&S) impacts are minimal. The Group manages its environmental and social performance in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations as well as international standards. The Group also adopts the blueprint of the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Performance Standards on Social and Environmental Sustainability as well as IFC’s Environmental, Health and Safety General Guidelines. The IFC is a member of the World Bank Group.
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