We observe many good deeds every day, but what makes some take the extra step of setting up a sustained programme that addresses needs that they observe? What the groundup founders have in common is a broad and stable confidence in their abilities to deal with different situations and achieve specific goals; and they are primarily motivated by the proactive choice and enjoyment in taking up the initiatives.
Age is no issue! Young or old, one can start a groundup at any age. Groundup initiatives are not entirely a youth movement: about one-third of the founders are 40 years old and above!
React with a heart ❤️ to show your support for the courage of groundup founders!
Age is no issue! Young or old, one can start a groundup at any age. Groundup initiatives are not entirely a youth movement: about one-third of the founders are 40 years old and above!
React with a heart ❤️ to show your support for the courage of groundup founders!
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Why start a groundup? 🌱🆙
A sneak peek into BAGUS Together’s new series: Groundup Gearup and find out more about running a groundup in Singapore, featuring our groundup friends?!
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook at the BAGUS Together website (bagustogether.sg) for more information!
A sneak peek into BAGUS Together’s new series: Groundup Gearup and find out more about running a groundup in Singapore, featuring our groundup friends?!
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook at the BAGUS Together website (bagustogether.sg) for more information!
Hey groundup friends! Looking to grow? 🌿
2024 applications for the Lam Soon New Horizon Fund by The Majurity Trust are open!
New Horizon is an incubation fund that provides up to $150,000 seed funding, capacity building support and a growth network for the most promising groundups and new non-profits to progress from start-up to growth.
Eligibility Criteria
1. A groundup group or new nonprofit, 0-3 years from incorporation
2. Raised less than $250,000 to date
3. Have a strong track record in serving vulnerable communities in Singapore
4. Have high impact potential with clear growth plans
5. Have at least 1 founding team member who is committed to joining full-time or hire a full-time staff, although founding team should remain in key voluntary roles
Application Window: Feb 1 – Mar 1
Clarification Timeline: Mar 2 – Apr 30
Grant Outcome Announcement: End May
More information can be found here (https://www.majurity.sg/funds-and-grants/newhorizon/ )
2024 applications for the Lam Soon New Horizon Fund by The Majurity Trust are open!
New Horizon is an incubation fund that provides up to $150,000 seed funding, capacity building support and a growth network for the most promising groundups and new non-profits to progress from start-up to growth.
Eligibility Criteria
1. A groundup group or new nonprofit, 0-3 years from incorporation
2. Raised less than $250,000 to date
3. Have a strong track record in serving vulnerable communities in Singapore
4. Have high impact potential with clear growth plans
5. Have at least 1 founding team member who is committed to joining full-time or hire a full-time staff, although founding team should remain in key voluntary roles
Application Window: Feb 1 – Mar 1
Clarification Timeline: Mar 2 – Apr 30
Grant Outcome Announcement: End May
More information can be found here (https://www.majurity.sg/funds-and-grants/newhorizon/ )
Hey Groundup friends, have you ever wondered how to grow a community initiative? 🌱
We are delighted to have Sara Lomelin with us for a fireside chat on how you can tap on your experiences, start your own giving circles and grow a community to serve others!
About Sara Lomelin:
Sara is the Founder and CEO of Philanthropy Together, a global charity initiative co-created by hundreds of giving circle and network leaders
Sara has been recognised on the list of Forbes 50 over 50: Impact 2023 for her impact work
Her 2022 TED Talk titled “Your Invitation to Disrupt Philanthropy” has garnered over 1.4 million digital viewers https://youtu.be/ddJvVf1eqwM?si=DGlAG4mfiHm2XlUZ
Under her leadership, Philanthropy Together has trained more than 600 community leaders on how to create their giving circles for a cause of interest
So, come join us for an evening filled with inspiration and insight!
Register here: https://www.bagustogether.sg/events/upcoming-events/fireside-chat-with-sara-lomelin. See you there!
We are delighted to have Sara Lomelin with us for a fireside chat on how you can tap on your experiences, start your own giving circles and grow a community to serve others!
About Sara Lomelin:
Sara is the Founder and CEO of Philanthropy Together, a global charity initiative co-created by hundreds of giving circle and network leaders
Sara has been recognised on the list of Forbes 50 over 50: Impact 2023 for her impact work
Her 2022 TED Talk titled “Your Invitation to Disrupt Philanthropy” has garnered over 1.4 million digital viewers https://youtu.be/ddJvVf1eqwM?si=DGlAG4mfiHm2XlUZ
Under her leadership, Philanthropy Together has trained more than 600 community leaders on how to create their giving circles for a cause of interest
So, come join us for an evening filled with inspiration and insight!
Register here: https://www.bagustogether.sg/events/upcoming-events/fireside-chat-with-sara-lomelin. See you there!
Hey groundup friends!
Are you looking to drive community initiatives to address the digital needs of Singaporeans?
2024 applications for the Digital for Life Fund by IMDA are open!
The Digital for Life Fund provides funding for digital inclusion projects and activities that help enrich the lives of all Singaporeans. Projects should focus on these pillars of the Digital for Life movement:
• Digital Technology and Inclusion - which involves helping various societal groups appreciate how digital technologies enrich daily living.
• Digital Literacy and Wellness – which involves improving digital literacy amongst disadvantaged groups and promoting good digital habits for online safety.
Submit your proposal to apply for the Digital for Life Fund. Learn more: https://go.gov.sg/dflfundcall2024-osf-edm
Check out past projects at https://www.imda.gov.sg/how-we-can-help/digital-for-life-fund/digital-for-life-fund-projects
Applications are open from now till 31 March 2024.
Are you looking to drive community initiatives to address the digital needs of Singaporeans?
2024 applications for the Digital for Life Fund by IMDA are open!
The Digital for Life Fund provides funding for digital inclusion projects and activities that help enrich the lives of all Singaporeans. Projects should focus on these pillars of the Digital for Life movement:
• Digital Technology and Inclusion - which involves helping various societal groups appreciate how digital technologies enrich daily living.
• Digital Literacy and Wellness – which involves improving digital literacy amongst disadvantaged groups and promoting good digital habits for online safety.
Submit your proposal to apply for the Digital for Life Fund. Learn more: https://go.gov.sg/dflfundcall2024-osf-edm
Check out past projects at https://www.imda.gov.sg/how-we-can-help/digital-for-life-fund/digital-for-life-fund-projects
Applications are open from now till 31 March 2024.
Embedded in communities, groundups also view their purpose as primarily community-focused. The Groundup Initiative Study survey results showed that an overwhelming majority of groundups identified community building and development as their cause area (73%), followed by social and welfare (29%), environment (25%) and education (14%). Geographic communities (for example, a few adjacent HDB blocks in Woodlands) is among the top target groups served by groundups (32.5%), followed by elderly (10.7%), low-income families (8.6%), and youth (7.7%).
Check out https://cityofgood.sg/resources/nvpc-groundup-initiative-study-2023/ to read more insights from the study! 📚
Check out https://cityofgood.sg/resources/nvpc-groundup-initiative-study-2023/ to read more insights from the study! 📚
“This is not just Charity; this is about Change.”
To celebrate the launch of BAGUS Together, we held our inaugural BAGUS Speaker Series on Tuesday night where we had the privilege of inviting Sara Lomelin, the Founding CEO of Philanthropy Together, to share with us about her giving journey. From starting her first Giving Circle with a group of Latina moms to leading Philanthropy Together and training more than 600 community leaders to create their Giving Circles, Sara is experienced in growing and scaling social impact.
It was a cozy night of fun and learning, and a warm reminder not to overthink giving – start by finding a few people who share the same passion watch it grow through a ripple effect! Tips she shared include growing the diversity among its members, thinking about succession early, and most importantly, helping members find the joy in giving.
Not sure where to start? Find out more about Giving Circles here -- https://whatisagivingcircle.com/3/
#CityofGood #BAGUSTogether
To celebrate the launch of BAGUS Together, we held our inaugural BAGUS Speaker Series on Tuesday night where we had the privilege of inviting Sara Lomelin, the Founding CEO of Philanthropy Together, to share with us about her giving journey. From starting her first Giving Circle with a group of Latina moms to leading Philanthropy Together and training more than 600 community leaders to create their Giving Circles, Sara is experienced in growing and scaling social impact.
It was a cozy night of fun and learning, and a warm reminder not to overthink giving – start by finding a few people who share the same passion watch it grow through a ripple effect! Tips she shared include growing the diversity among its members, thinking about succession early, and most importantly, helping members find the joy in giving.
Not sure where to start? Find out more about Giving Circles here -- https://whatisagivingcircle.com/3/
#CityofGood #BAGUSTogether
State of Play, held as part of the City of Good Summit, was a blast! 💥
BAGUS Together helped to identify some groundups to be featured at Company of Good’s State of Play on 22 February – it was an opportunity for companies to know new and different community partners, serving a variety of needs and providing an opportunity for corporates to express their interest to volunteer with these groundups. We’re proud of Outdoor Sport Kakis, Her Rise Above and Soundball SG who set up booths to display their upcoming volunteering opportunities to reach out to corporate volunteers, and look forward to more of such platforms ahead!
Sign up for a BAGUS Together Membership to get connected with us 😊
BAGUS Together helped to identify some groundups to be featured at Company of Good’s State of Play on 22 February – it was an opportunity for companies to know new and different community partners, serving a variety of needs and providing an opportunity for corporates to express their interest to volunteer with these groundups. We’re proud of Outdoor Sport Kakis, Her Rise Above and Soundball SG who set up booths to display their upcoming volunteering opportunities to reach out to corporate volunteers, and look forward to more of such platforms ahead!
Sign up for a BAGUS Together Membership to get connected with us 😊
Mark your calendars! In partnership with @singaporefilmsociety, NVPC presents The City of Good Film Festival! Set to light up the screens at Golden Village VivoCity, from the 6th to the 16th of March 2024 discover the power of giving and kindness with us again through the medium of on-screen storytelling.
The festival showcases a diverse range of feature-length and short films from Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and US directors that embody themes of care, inclusivity, compassion, and the transformative power of giving.
Tickets available for sale now at www.gv.com.sg (under Promotions)
#CityofGood #FilmFestival
The festival showcases a diverse range of feature-length and short films from Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and US directors that embody themes of care, inclusivity, compassion, and the transformative power of giving.
Tickets available for sale now at www.gv.com.sg (under Promotions)
#CityofGood #FilmFestival
Want to learn more about how to do good in the community? 🤔 Come journey with us!
Join us for an insightful workshop that will unpack aspects of meaningful contribution in community work and provide tips on how to make an impactful difference in your community. This workshop will feature a sharing of personal experiences and rich insights from co-authors of the ‘How To’ of Community Work, a Good Design Research project that takes a deep dive into community development work in Singapore.
🗓️ Wed, 13 March
⏰ 2PM - 5PM
📍NVPC Multi-Purpose Hall, 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #04-88
The Central, S(059817)
➡️ Register at https://go.gov.sg/ncss-social-innovation-series and start your journey in social good today!
This workshop is brought to you by NCSS in partnership with NVPC BAGUS Together.
Join us for an insightful workshop that will unpack aspects of meaningful contribution in community work and provide tips on how to make an impactful difference in your community. This workshop will feature a sharing of personal experiences and rich insights from co-authors of the ‘How To’ of Community Work, a Good Design Research project that takes a deep dive into community development work in Singapore.
🗓️ Wed, 13 March
⏰ 2PM - 5PM
📍NVPC Multi-Purpose Hall, 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #04-88
The Central, S(059817)
➡️ Register at https://go.gov.sg/ncss-social-innovation-series and start your journey in social good today!
This workshop is brought to you by NCSS in partnership with NVPC BAGUS Together.
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Do you know what a groundup is? 🌱🆙
Introducing BAGUS Together’s new series: Groundup Gearup and find out more about running a groundup in Singapore!
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook at the BAGUS website (bagustogether.sg) for more information!
Introducing BAGUS Together’s new series: Groundup Gearup and find out more about running a groundup in Singapore!
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook at the BAGUS website (bagustogether.sg) for more information!
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🏙 Witness the powerful directorial debut of Jess Teong in The Kid From The Big Apple. 👧👴
Legendary action star Ti Lung delivers a heartrending performance as a grandfather bridging cultural barriers to connect with his granddaughter. Despite the generational gap, the triumph of timeless family values prevails.
Catch it at Golden Village VivoCity this March as part of the City of Good Film Festival 2024!
🎞 Get your tickets from the GV website here:
Fri 8 March 7pm | Fri 15 March 7pm 🎥
#CityofGood #GoldenVillage #FilmFestival #givingsg
Legendary action star Ti Lung delivers a heartrending performance as a grandfather bridging cultural barriers to connect with his granddaughter. Despite the generational gap, the triumph of timeless family values prevails.
Catch it at Golden Village VivoCity this March as part of the City of Good Film Festival 2024!
🎞 Get your tickets from the GV website here:
Fri 8 March 7pm | Fri 15 March 7pm 🎥
#CityofGood #GoldenVillage #FilmFestival #givingsg
Embark on an enlightening musical journey with Viaggio: Education—an immersive event dedicated to spreading awareness about the rich educational opportunities in music within Singapore. Whether you're an aspiring musician eager to commence your musical odyssey or someone seeking clarity on educational pathways, this educational fair is the perfect platform. Join us on March 16, 2024, to explore the transformative experiences offered by various schools in Singapore, guided by an inspiring lineup of schools and speakers ready to address and illuminate any queries you may have. Don't miss this opportunity—Viaggio: Education awaits!
Sat, 16 March
1pm-5pm
Cairnhill CC MPH, #01-03
Register at https://go.youthharmony.sg/ViaggioEducation2024
This event is brought to you by Youth Harmony, a Groundup that aims to make music accessible to all youths.
Sat, 16 March
1pm-5pm
Cairnhill CC MPH, #01-03
Register at https://go.youthharmony.sg/ViaggioEducation2024
This event is brought to you by Youth Harmony, a Groundup that aims to make music accessible to all youths.
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Catch Beyond Zero on 9 and 14 March at Golden Village VivoCity, as part of the City of Good Film Festival 2024!
Embark on a groundbreaking journey alongside Ray Anderson, the visionary CEO of Interface, as he leads the charge in redefining corporate responsibility. Beyond Zero is a tribute to a life of purpose and provides an inspiring blueprint for businesses committed to driving positive change in reversing climate change.
🍿 Post-show Q&A with film director Nathan Havey on the Sat 9 March 1pm screening 🍿
🎞 Get your tickets from the GV website here:
9 March 1pm (including director Q&A) | 14 March 7pm 🎥
#CityofGood #GoldenVillage #FilmFestival #givingsg
Embark on a groundbreaking journey alongside Ray Anderson, the visionary CEO of Interface, as he leads the charge in redefining corporate responsibility. Beyond Zero is a tribute to a life of purpose and provides an inspiring blueprint for businesses committed to driving positive change in reversing climate change.
🍿 Post-show Q&A with film director Nathan Havey on the Sat 9 March 1pm screening 🍿
🎞 Get your tickets from the GV website here:
9 March 1pm (including director Q&A) | 14 March 7pm 🎥
#CityofGood #GoldenVillage #FilmFestival #givingsg
Sometimes, the value lies not in creating new ways to help but how fast help can be made available. Groundups have an advantage as they are often less restricted by administrative requirements and can have a higher risk appetite. Among the groundup service users surveyed, 88% agreed that the amount of time taken for support to be provided is acceptable, higher than that of other service providers (ranging from 67-69%).
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What inspires people to start their own groundup? 💡
Follow us NVPC’s new series: Groundup Gearup! This episode we hear from Ryan from The Catalyst Collective on his moving start to his groundup journey.
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook and Activity Book at the Groundup Central website for more information!
Follow us NVPC’s new series: Groundup Gearup! This episode we hear from Ryan from The Catalyst Collective on his moving start to his groundup journey.
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook and Activity Book at the Groundup Central website for more information!
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When it comes to pitching, every word matters!
Follow Rob as he navigates through his journey to start his own groundup with NVPC’s Groundup Activity Book! Rob has come a long way in his groundup journey and is now looking to join a networking event to promote his groundup!
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook and Activity Book at the Groundup Central website for more information!
#CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
Follow Rob as he navigates through his journey to start his own groundup with NVPC’s Groundup Activity Book! Rob has come a long way in his groundup journey and is now looking to join a networking event to promote his groundup!
Check out NVPC’s Groundup Handbook and Activity Book at the Groundup Central website for more information!
#CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG