About
What does Autism Association (Singapore) do?
The Autism Association (Singapore) is a charitable organization dedicated to supporting and serving individuals on the autism spectrum, helping them lead meaningful lives in society. As an independent non-profit, they offer early intervention programs for children, special schools for students, day activity centers for adults, social leisure programs, and lifestyle planning services.
Founded
1995
People
denise phua lay peng, daisy ng tong chay, joanne wee chu-yian, chong teik yean, jacquelyn ang hwee koon, soh chye guan, loh wai mooi, sung min, yong lye yong, joanna lee en en
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 1995
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Improved quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum by providing them with support and services to maximize their potential.
- Increased awareness about autism in Singapore, promoting understanding and acceptance among society members.
- Providing families affected by autism with a platform to share experiences and seek help from others who are going through similar situations.
- Offering early intervention programs for children aged 2-6 years old, helping them develop necessary skills at an early age.
- Providing specialized education for students aged 7-18 years old in a supportive environment that caters to their unique needs.
- Facilitating social and leisure activities for adults with autism, enabling them to build relationships and engage in meaningful experiences outside of structured programs.
Donation Income
Fundraising Efficiency
This indicates the cost to raise a single dollar. A lower cost suggests the charity is more efficient in its fundraising efforts.
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?
- Improved quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum by providing them with support and services to maximize their potential.
- Increased awareness about autism in Singapore, promoting understanding and acceptance among society members.
- Providing families affected by autism with a platform to share experiences and seek help from others who are going through similar situations.
- Offering early intervention programs for children aged 2-6 years old, helping them develop necessary skills at an early age.
- Providing specialized education for students aged 7-18 years old in a supportive environment that caters to their unique needs.
- Facilitating social and leisure activities for adults with autism, enabling them to build relationships and engage in meaningful experiences outside of structured programs.
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.
Fundraising Efficiency
This indicates the cost to raise a single dollar. A lower cost suggests the charity is more efficient in its fundraising efforts.
Annual Reports
Audited Financial Statements
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$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 739,223 | 1,323,829 | 466,366 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 660,108 | 767,408 | 886,656 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 1,399,331 | 2,091,237 | 1,353,022 |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 80 | 0 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 0 | 80 | 0 |
| Government Grants | 22,298,451 | 23,050,716 | 26,212,901 |
| Investment Income | 585,516 | 131,433 | 196,859 |
| Programme Fees | 1,191,805 | 1,311,013 | 1,296,459 |
| Others Income | 351,700 | 488,157 | 330,800 |
| Total Receipts | 25,826,803 | 27,072,636 | 29,390,041 |
| Capital in Nature | 189,203 | 76,544 | 57,817 |
| Expenses | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 11,063 | 1,103 | 427 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 24,041,446 | 22,795,623 | 21,183,320 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 24,041,446 | 22,795,623 | 21,183,320 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Expenditure | 24,052,509 | 22,796,726 | 21,183,747 |
| Balance Sheet | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 1,018,651 | 746,089 | 383,651 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 1,033,132 | 1,029,417 | 747,808 |
| Investments | 1,320,744 | 1,195,106 | 756,699 |
| Inventories | 31,177 | 31,177 | 42,614 |
| Account Receivables | 1,632,880 | 1,066,573 | 1,071,055 |
| Cash & Deposits | 42,445,439 | 41,223,941 | 37,466,650 |
| Other Assets | 406,170 | 367,299 | 233,295 |
| Total Assets | 47,888,193 | 45,659,602 | 40,701,772 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 5,097,533 | 4,634,649 | 4,390,511 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 32,084,695 | 31,647,834 | 28,726,704 |
| Endowments Funds | 7,679,598 | 6,805,049 | 5,694,407 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 44,861,826 | 43,087,532 | 38,811,622 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 3,026,367 | 2,572,070 | 1,890,150 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Liabilities | 3,026,367 | 2,572,070 | 1,890,150 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 47,888,193 | 45,659,602 | 40,701,772 |
| Other Information | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | 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 | 289 | 284 | 274 |
| Total Employee Cost | 18,580,788 | 18,113,749 | 16,869,214 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 1,090,259 | 936,883 | 929,625 |
People
At Autism Association (Singapore), individuals work towards supporting and serving those on the autism spectrum to lead fulfilling lives in society by offering various programs such as early intervention for children, special schools for students, day activity centers for adults, social leisure activities, and lifestyle planning services.
denise phua lay peng
daisy ng tong chay
joanne wee chu-yian
chong teik yean
jacquelyn ang hwee koon
soh chye guan
loh wai mooi
sung min
yong lye yong
