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Breast Cancer Foundation

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About

What does Breast Cancer Foundation do?

Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF) is a non-profit charity organization dedicated to eradicating breast cancer as a life-threatening disease through awareness campaigns, early detection programs, and support services for those affected by the illness. BCF encourages regular screenings and offers various initiatives such as subsidized prostheses, wig loans, and psycho-social programmes to help women cope with breast cancer. By supporting BCF, you can make a difference in the lives of many who are fighting this disease.

Founded

1997

People

rahayu binte mohamad, eu lik shin agnes, bo anders mikael hartman, choo bok ai, lee heng cheong, ng soon kai, tong hui li, phng siew hoon, chew gek hiang, foo soon yien

Causes

Health & Wellness

Highlights

Donations are tax-deductible
Registered Charity
Established since 1997
Published yearly Annual Reports
Audited Financial Statements

Society Impact

Raising awareness about breast cancer to encourage early detection and regular screenings, which can lead to better health outcomes for those affected by the disease.
Providing psycho-social support programs such as befriending activities, support groups, and healing through arts initiatives that help individuals cope with their diagnosis and recovery process.
Offering financial assistance in the form of subsidies for prostheses and bras for lower-income women after mastectomies, and a complimentary wig loan program to enhance self-esteem during treatment.
Operating Singapore's first Breast Cancer Centre at Sin Ming Court, which serves as an information hub for the public about breast cancer and provides guidance on sources of financial aid.
Collaborating with corporate

Donation Income

S$2,955,444In 2022

Fundraising Efficiency

15.22%In 2022

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

61.84%In 2022

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

S$2,955,444In 2022

What are the donations used for?

Raising awareness about breast cancer to encourage early detection and regular screenings, which can lead to better health outcomes for those affected by the disease.
Providing psycho-social support programs such as befriending activities, support groups, and healing through arts initiatives that help individuals cope with their diagnosis and recovery process.
Offering financial assistance in the form of subsidies for prostheses and bras for lower-income women after mastectomies, and a complimentary wig loan program to enhance self-esteem during treatment.
Operating Singapore's first Breast Cancer Centre at Sin Ming Court, which serves as an information hub for the public about breast cancer and provides guidance on sources of financial aid.
Collaborating with corporate

Program Expense Ratio

61.84%In 2022

Fundraising Efficiency

15.22%In 2022

This indicates the cost to raise a single dollar. A lower cost suggests the charity is more efficient in its fundraising efforts.

Audited Financial Statements

2020 Audited Financial Statement

Financial Information

Source: Charity Portal

Charities 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	Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$)	Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$)	May 2019 - Apr 2020(S$)
Donations in Cash
Tax-Deductible	1,440,498	1,808,660	917,891
Non Tax-Deductible	1,191,819	256,957	347,032
Total Donations in Cash	2,632,317	2,065,617	1,264,923
Donations in Kind
Tax-Deductible	0	0	0
Non Tax-Deductible	0	0	0
Total Donations in Kind	0	0	0
Government Grants	211,428	932,616	245,413
Investment Income	41,944	34,974	92,664
Programme Fees	56,209	269,558	142,832
Others Income	13,546	66,862	40,589
Total Receipts	2,955,444	3,369,627	1,786,421
Capital in Nature	0	0	0

Expenses	Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$)	Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$)	May 2019 - Apr 2020(S$)
Fundraising Expenses
Fundraising Expenses	400,510	91,391	263,192
Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses
Local (Direct & Support)	1,278,414	1,046,635	1,189,772
Overseas (Direct & Support)	0	0	0
Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses	1,278,414	1,046,635	1,189,772
Expenses
Other Expenses	388,528	169,830	133,038
Total Expenditure	2,067,452	1,307,856	1,586,002

Balance Sheet	Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$)	Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$)	May 2019 - Apr 2020(S$)
Assets
Land and Buildings	645,929	0	0
Other Tangible Assets	0	786,217	17,474
Investments	0	254,170	256,781
Inventories	8,865	3,066	0
Account Receivables	223,432	25,100	115,642
Cash & Deposits	9,595,078	8,367,029	7,115,244
Other Assets	0	106,061	0
Total Assets	10,473,304	9,541,643	7,505,141
Funds
Total Unrestricted Funds	10,102,029	9,025,549	6,335,115
Total Restricted Funds	0	188,488	732,688
Endowments Funds	0	0	0
Total Funds and Reserves	10,102,029	9,214,037	7,067,803
Liabilities
Total Current Liabilities	371,275	327,606	437,338
Total Non-Current Liabilities	0	0	0
Total Liabilities	371,275	327,606	437,338
Total Funds and Liabilities	10,473,304	9,541,643	7,505,141

Other Information	Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$)	Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$)	May 2019 - Apr 2020(S$)
Donations, Grants and Sponsorships given to other registred charities	0	3,151,233	0
No. of Employees	13	13	12
Total Employee Cost	864,206	855,434	858,606
Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio	8	14	22
Total Related Party Transactions	0	0	0