Last Saturday, over 80 participants from 60 groundups came together for the first Groundup Exchange, co-organised by BAGUS Together and The Majurity Trust. It was truly an insightful afternoon of exchanging assets and fuelling potential collaborations.
The programme kicked off with SG Strong Fellowship groundup leaders, who shared their experiences on the theme of 👥 People, 💡Possibilities and 🤝 Partnerships. We also discovered that each individual and groundup already possessed existing assets that could complement one another’s needs!
Key insights:
💎 Every groundup has different assets to offer, such as experiences, knowledge, skills, manpower, networks & resources
🛠 Collaborative opportunities and assets in the larger groundup ecosystem are aplenty and can address groundups’ needs
💪 Networking events forge initial connections, but successful and sustainable collaboration takes time, alignment and intentionality
We hope you've enjoyed Groundup Exchange 2024 🥰 Look out for more coming your way!
The programme kicked off with SG Strong Fellowship groundup leaders, who shared their experiences on the theme of 👥 People, 💡Possibilities and 🤝 Partnerships. We also discovered that each individual and groundup already possessed existing assets that could complement one another’s needs!
Key insights:
💎 Every groundup has different assets to offer, such as experiences, knowledge, skills, manpower, networks & resources
🛠 Collaborative opportunities and assets in the larger groundup ecosystem are aplenty and can address groundups’ needs
💪 Networking events forge initial connections, but successful and sustainable collaboration takes time, alignment and intentionality
We hope you've enjoyed Groundup Exchange 2024 🥰 Look out for more coming your way!
We know many of your groundups hold activities in the central area… you might be glad to hear that there’s a new space available! 🙌🏻
Just a 10 min walk from Novena MRT, the TTSH Centre for Health Activation (CHA) is an accessible space for groundups to hold events and meetings for up to 30 pax. If you are looking for a venue that is cozy and convenient, this might be the perfect place!
P.S. Use of the space is free for BAGUS members! ✨ Advanced booking is required.
Check out more spaces here ➡️ bit.ly/BTspaces
Just a 10 min walk from Novena MRT, the TTSH Centre for Health Activation (CHA) is an accessible space for groundups to hold events and meetings for up to 30 pax. If you are looking for a venue that is cozy and convenient, this might be the perfect place!
P.S. Use of the space is free for BAGUS members! ✨ Advanced booking is required.
Check out more spaces here ➡️ bit.ly/BTspaces
Calling all groundups: Join SGwoman100 for our Dialogue Community Session 💬 on Sat, 24 Aug 2024!
Celebrate the spirit of #DreamOn, #SGyou and #BeYour100 as we come together to discuss the challenges faced by Singaporean youths and explore ways to overcome them.
Through inspiring stories by our Guest-of-Honour, Ms Yeo Wan Ling and panellists, we hope to ignite the spirit of #DreamOn—encouraging you to embrace your dreams without fear and to take meaningful steps towards achieving them. 💪
Your presence and participation are crucial as the groundup community plays a vital role in driving positive change and supporting the dreams of our youths.
We hope to see you there! 👋
Sign up here ➡️ https://forms.gle/McSe3Yv1pAd4z2658
Celebrate the spirit of #DreamOn, #SGyou and #BeYour100 as we come together to discuss the challenges faced by Singaporean youths and explore ways to overcome them.
Through inspiring stories by our Guest-of-Honour, Ms Yeo Wan Ling and panellists, we hope to ignite the spirit of #DreamOn—encouraging you to embrace your dreams without fear and to take meaningful steps towards achieving them. 💪
Your presence and participation are crucial as the groundup community plays a vital role in driving positive change and supporting the dreams of our youths.
We hope to see you there! 👋
Sign up here ➡️ https://forms.gle/McSe3Yv1pAd4z2658
Hey groundups!
Know someone who wants to do good or is thinking of starting a groundup, but isn’t sure where to begin? Invite them to Find Your Cause, BAGUS Together’s newest programme for potential community changemakers!
Key highlights:
🔍 Identify your cause by analysing past experiences and personal values and goals using the "Story of Self" tool
💖 Understand how your values, strengths and goals can inspire creative ideas to address community needs
👥 Interact with other like-minded changemakers while learning to navigate the groundup space together
The programme will be held on Tuesday, 10 Sep 2024, 7-10pm at NVPC, with dinner provided. More details are available at the link below.
Join us in building a thriving community of new changemakers! 🙌🏻
Share with your friends ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-1-Sep2024
Know someone who wants to do good or is thinking of starting a groundup, but isn’t sure where to begin? Invite them to Find Your Cause, BAGUS Together’s newest programme for potential community changemakers!
Key highlights:
🔍 Identify your cause by analysing past experiences and personal values and goals using the "Story of Self" tool
💖 Understand how your values, strengths and goals can inspire creative ideas to address community needs
👥 Interact with other like-minded changemakers while learning to navigate the groundup space together
The programme will be held on Tuesday, 10 Sep 2024, 7-10pm at NVPC, with dinner provided. More details are available at the link below.
Join us in building a thriving community of new changemakers! 🙌🏻
Share with your friends ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-1-Sep2024
Hi groundups!
You’re invited to the next session of OSCAR Social by Temasek Foundation, held on Sat, 24 Aug 2024, 12-3pm at Play Nation HQ!
Want to elevate your groundup’s impact by harnessing the expertise of skills-based volunteers? Join us for the upcoming interactive workshop on “Working Effectively with Skills-Based Volunteers”!
Key Takeaways:
🟣 Understand the Value: Learn how skills-based volunteering can be a game-changer
🟣 Effective Strategies: Discover proven methods for partnering with & engaging skilled volunteers
🟣 Design Suitable Roles: Gain insights on creating meaningful roles that maximise your volunteers' potential
🟣 Communication Mastery: Receive expert tips on managing relationships & communicating effectively with your skilled volunteers
Limited space available – up to 2 members from each groundup may attend. Contact oscar@temasekfoundation.org.sg for enquiries.
See you soon! 👋
Find out more & register ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/oscar-social-tickets-948608863647
You’re invited to the next session of OSCAR Social by Temasek Foundation, held on Sat, 24 Aug 2024, 12-3pm at Play Nation HQ!
Want to elevate your groundup’s impact by harnessing the expertise of skills-based volunteers? Join us for the upcoming interactive workshop on “Working Effectively with Skills-Based Volunteers”!
Key Takeaways:
🟣 Understand the Value: Learn how skills-based volunteering can be a game-changer
🟣 Effective Strategies: Discover proven methods for partnering with & engaging skilled volunteers
🟣 Design Suitable Roles: Gain insights on creating meaningful roles that maximise your volunteers' potential
🟣 Communication Mastery: Receive expert tips on managing relationships & communicating effectively with your skilled volunteers
Limited space available – up to 2 members from each groundup may attend. Contact oscar@temasekfoundation.org.sg for enquiries.
See you soon! 👋
Find out more & register ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/oscar-social-tickets-948608863647
At the heart of many groundups are your wonderful volunteers who willingly dedicate time to support your cause. 💖 Yet we also know that volunteer recruitment can be challenging - we're here to help! 🙌
If you're looking to bring onboard new volunteers for your groundup, check out giving.sg! With a network of more than 500k givers, there is much potential to grow your volunteer base by listing your available volunteering opportunities, be it skills-based volunteers or general volunteers.
Need ideas on listing opportunities? Drop us an email at hey@bagustogether.sg. We're more than happy to have a chat with you ☺️
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/BT-resource-volunteers
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
If you're looking to bring onboard new volunteers for your groundup, check out giving.sg! With a network of more than 500k givers, there is much potential to grow your volunteer base by listing your available volunteering opportunities, be it skills-based volunteers or general volunteers.
Need ideas on listing opportunities? Drop us an email at hey@bagustogether.sg. We're more than happy to have a chat with you ☺️
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/BT-resource-volunteers
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
Have an idea or solution to address gaps in society?
The National Youth Council Youth Action Challenge (YAC) is back with its 6th edition, and we invite you to join us for this exciting opportunity to #bethechange!
Themes:
🔹 Navigating Careers
🔸 Society for Everyone
🔹 Environment & Sustainability
🔸 Balance in Life
Be empowered to turn your ideas into reality! Through a curated 6-months journey (Oct 2024 to March 2025), you can partner government, businesses and community organisations to:
1️⃣ Learn about the landscape, policy context and gaps for the respective themes
2️⃣ Pick up useful tools and frameworks to enable you in ideating, evaluating and pitching your projects
3️⃣ Receive one-year mentorship, guidance from industry experts
4️⃣ Potentially receive up to $50,000 in grants to implement your idea (T&Cs apply)
Open to individuals, informal youth groups and young organisations less than two years from incorporation (i.e. incorporated after Oct 2022).
Register here 👉 https://www.nyc.gov.sg/yacs6
The National Youth Council Youth Action Challenge (YAC) is back with its 6th edition, and we invite you to join us for this exciting opportunity to #bethechange!
Themes:
🔹 Navigating Careers
🔸 Society for Everyone
🔹 Environment & Sustainability
🔸 Balance in Life
Be empowered to turn your ideas into reality! Through a curated 6-months journey (Oct 2024 to March 2025), you can partner government, businesses and community organisations to:
1️⃣ Learn about the landscape, policy context and gaps for the respective themes
2️⃣ Pick up useful tools and frameworks to enable you in ideating, evaluating and pitching your projects
3️⃣ Receive one-year mentorship, guidance from industry experts
4️⃣ Potentially receive up to $50,000 in grants to implement your idea (T&Cs apply)
Open to individuals, informal youth groups and young organisations less than two years from incorporation (i.e. incorporated after Oct 2022).
Register here 👉 https://www.nyc.gov.sg/yacs6
Earlier this month, we held “Core Team Culture”, the second and final session of our Core Team Dynamics series. Thank you to our wonderful speaker, Tasha Enright, and all groundups who joined us that evening!
Key takeaways:
🌟 Redefine team culture by exploring the three sections of the Culture Design Canvas (CDC)
💡 Analyse how different interpretations of the CDC affect the team’s culture
🤝 Understand how setting up the CDC as a team could help with conflict management
We hope you’ve enjoyed the programme and gained valuable insights that will help you enhance your core team’s culture!
✨ P.S. Are you or your friends keen on starting a new groundup?
Join us for an exciting two-part series for aspiring changemakers:
🔹Find Your Cause (Tue, 10 Sep) ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-1-Sep2024
🔸Craft Your First Project (Tue, 24 Sep) ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-2-Sep2024
Share with your friends and make a difference together!
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether
Key takeaways:
🌟 Redefine team culture by exploring the three sections of the Culture Design Canvas (CDC)
💡 Analyse how different interpretations of the CDC affect the team’s culture
🤝 Understand how setting up the CDC as a team could help with conflict management
We hope you’ve enjoyed the programme and gained valuable insights that will help you enhance your core team’s culture!
✨ P.S. Are you or your friends keen on starting a new groundup?
Join us for an exciting two-part series for aspiring changemakers:
🔹Find Your Cause (Tue, 10 Sep) ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-1-Sep2024
🔸Craft Your First Project (Tue, 24 Sep) ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-2-Sep2024
Share with your friends and make a difference together!
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether
One of the challenges many groundups face is publicity, which in turn affects outreach. While it is good to have a volunteer supporting publicity efforts, it is important to first identify exactly what type of help is needed. 🤗
If you’re looking for guidance on articulating your groundup’s ✨ creative needs ✨, we can help! Check out this template on crafting a clear and concise creative brief ➡️ bit.ly/46ZSlJ7
Need more help? We’ve collated useful templates – marketing related and more – for you. Explore our Resources on bagustogether.sg 🙌🏻
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
If you’re looking for guidance on articulating your groundup’s ✨ creative needs ✨, we can help! Check out this template on crafting a clear and concise creative brief ➡️ bit.ly/46ZSlJ7
Need more help? We’ve collated useful templates – marketing related and more – for you. Explore our Resources on bagustogether.sg 🙌🏻
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
We are back with another round of Food Donation Drive!
Thirdspace and Change Our World are collaborating once again to collect food donations for lower income individuals and families. These donations would then be sent to Food from the Heart.
This time, we aim to collect 350 food items! Join us to help someone meet the rising cost of living:
📅 Saturday, 31 August 2024
⏰ 2pm – 4pm
📍 Bishan Active Park (near Basketball Court)
Food donations play a vital role in addressing food insecurity in Singapore. Through these donations, you are supporting Food from the Heart’s Community Food Pack programme which helps families in need defray the rising cost of living and allow them to focus on other pressings needs like utilities and medical bills.
How YOU can help:
1. Donate — refer to the list of items on our Wish List
2. Volunteer — we need youth volunteers (25 y/o and under) to help collect, sort & pack all donated items
Together, we can Impact Our World!
Sign up ➡️ https://tripetto.app/run/GZT62FTWRI
Thirdspace and Change Our World are collaborating once again to collect food donations for lower income individuals and families. These donations would then be sent to Food from the Heart.
This time, we aim to collect 350 food items! Join us to help someone meet the rising cost of living:
📅 Saturday, 31 August 2024
⏰ 2pm – 4pm
📍 Bishan Active Park (near Basketball Court)
Food donations play a vital role in addressing food insecurity in Singapore. Through these donations, you are supporting Food from the Heart’s Community Food Pack programme which helps families in need defray the rising cost of living and allow them to focus on other pressings needs like utilities and medical bills.
How YOU can help:
1. Donate — refer to the list of items on our Wish List
2. Volunteer — we need youth volunteers (25 y/o and under) to help collect, sort & pack all donated items
Together, we can Impact Our World!
Sign up ➡️ https://tripetto.app/run/GZT62FTWRI
Hey groundups!
We’re looking to empower potential changemakers in their journey of starting their very own groundup initiatives. 🤗 If you know someone who’s keen, forward them this invitation to our newest programme series, happening this September!
🌟 In Find Your Cause, explore ways to help you identify social causes that are meaningful to you.
Register by Fri, 6 Sep 2024 ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-1-Sep2024
🌟 Want to turn your idea into reality? Craft Your First Project is for those who (1) have an idea on a cause & target audience to serve or (2) have attended "Find Your Cause".
Register by Tue, 17 Sep ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-2-Sep2024
P.S. If you're already part of a groundup and planning to start another of your own, we invite you to come join us too! 🙌🏻
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
We’re looking to empower potential changemakers in their journey of starting their very own groundup initiatives. 🤗 If you know someone who’s keen, forward them this invitation to our newest programme series, happening this September!
🌟 In Find Your Cause, explore ways to help you identify social causes that are meaningful to you.
Register by Fri, 6 Sep 2024 ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-1-Sep2024
🌟 Want to turn your idea into reality? Craft Your First Project is for those who (1) have an idea on a cause & target audience to serve or (2) have attended "Find Your Cause".
Register by Tue, 17 Sep ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-2-Sep2024
P.S. If you're already part of a groundup and planning to start another of your own, we invite you to come join us too! 🙌🏻
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
Know someone who’s passionate about a cause or community, and wants to turn it into reality?
Invite them to Craft Your First Project, the second and final session of BAGUS Together’s new series for budding changemakers! ✨
Key highlights:
🕵🏻 Uncover user needs through guided immersion of the “User Needs Generation” tool
📝 Create unique and personalised solutions to address those needs
🍎 Learn how to effectively allocate project resources and create actionable plans
This programme is designed to inspire and empower aspiring changemakers who have (1) an idea on a cause and target audience you want to serve or (2) have attended session 1 “Find Your Cause”. More details are available at the link below.
Join us in building a thriving community of new changemakers! 🤗
Share with your friends ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-2-Sep2024
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG
Invite them to Craft Your First Project, the second and final session of BAGUS Together’s new series for budding changemakers! ✨
Key highlights:
🕵🏻 Uncover user needs through guided immersion of the “User Needs Generation” tool
📝 Create unique and personalised solutions to address those needs
🍎 Learn how to effectively allocate project resources and create actionable plans
This programme is designed to inspire and empower aspiring changemakers who have (1) an idea on a cause and target audience you want to serve or (2) have attended session 1 “Find Your Cause”. More details are available at the link below.
Join us in building a thriving community of new changemakers! 🤗
Share with your friends ➡️ bit.ly/FYC-2-Sep2024
#NVPC #CityofGood #BAGUSTogether #GivingSG