About
What does Asian Film Archive do?
The Asian Film Archive (AFA) is a charity dedicated to preserving and promoting Asian cinema through initiatives like screenings and talks. It houses culturally important works by independent filmmakers, aiming to be a hub for the film community and contribute to culture, scholarship, and industry.
Founded
2005
People
adam joel knee, julia chee yin peng, alicia yeo kay ling (yang jialing), goei beng yew glen, han minli, oh chong onn, william phuan chee hoong (william pan zhiyun)
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 2005
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Preservation of Asia's rich film heritage for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
- Promotion of a wider critical appreciation of Asia's cinematic works through screenings, talks, and other initiatives.
- Contribution to culture by serving as a hub for the film community, fostering collaboration and exchange among filmmakers, scholars, and industry professionals.
- Encouragement of scholarship in Asian cinema studies by providing access to its collection and resources.
- Supporting the development of the film industry in Asia by promoting local talent and facilitating connections with international audiences and markets.
- Enhancing cultural diversity and understanding through showcasing a wide range of films from different Asian countries and cultures.
- Educational benefits for students, research
Donation Income
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
Financials
Donation Income
What are the donations used for?
- Preservation of Asia's rich film heritage for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
- Promotion of a wider critical appreciation of Asia's cinematic works through screenings, talks, and other initiatives.
- Contribution to culture by serving as a hub for the film community, fostering collaboration and exchange among filmmakers, scholars, and industry professionals.
- Encouragement of scholarship in Asian cinema studies by providing access to its collection and resources.
- Supporting the development of the film industry in Asia by promoting local talent and facilitating connections with international audiences and markets.
- Enhancing cultural diversity and understanding through showcasing a wide range of films from different Asian countries and cultures.
- Educational benefits for students, research
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
Financial Information
Source: Charity PortalCharities and IPCs are required to prepare the financial statements in accordance to the Charities (Accounts and Annual Report) Regulations and the Charities (Institutions of A Public Character) Regulations, where applicable. The financial statement is available online for latest 3 financial years.
| Receipts | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 993 | 982 | 7,502 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 50,000 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 993 | 982 | 57,502 |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Government Grants | 2,144,210 | 1,963,901 | 1,851,020 |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Programme Fees | 107,572 | 97,383 | 59,180 |
| Others Income | 4,612 | 31,285 | 17,997 |
| Total Receipts | 2,257,387 | 2,093,551 | 1,985,699 |
| Capital in Nature | 22,157 | 0 | 50,000 |
| Expenses | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 520,248 | 519,965 | 684,507 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 520,248 | 519,965 | 684,507 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 0 | 1,516,876 | 1,320,788 |
| Total Expenditure | 520,248 | 2,036,841 | 2,005,295 |
| Balance Sheet | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 463,986 | 447,760 | 167,466 |
| Investments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Inventories | 78,780 | 95,560 | 108,479 |
| Account Receivables | 936,179 | 3,043 | 0 |
| Cash & Deposits | 244,664 | 952,025 | 759,758 |
| Other Assets | 88,037 | 156,825 | 279,835 |
| Total Assets | 1,811,646 | 1,655,213 | 1,315,538 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 753,509 | 654,714 | 598,004 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Endowments Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 753,509 | 654,714 | 598,004 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 594,468 | 557,486 | 604,442 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 463,669 | 443,013 | 113,092 |
| Total Liabilities | 1,058,137 | 1,000,499 | 717,534 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 1,811,646 | 1,655,213 | 1,315,538 |
| Other Information | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations, Grants and Sponsorships given to other registred charities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| No. of Employees | 12 | 12 | 11 |
| Total Employee Cost | 955,993 | 916,755 | 768,442 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 23 | 20 | 12 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 518,538 | 427,680 | 0 |
People
At the charity Asian Film Archive, individuals work towards preserving and promoting Asian cinema through various initiatives such as screenings and talks. They are dedicated to housing culturally important works by independent filmmakers and strive to serve as a hub for the film community while contributing to culture, scholarship, and industry development.
adam joel knee
julia chee yin peng
alicia yeo kay ling (yang jialing)
goei beng yew glen
han minli
oh chong onn
william phuan chee hoong (william pan zhiyun)
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