About
What does Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation (Singapore) do?
Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation (Singapore) is a renowned charity organization that has been actively contributing to society for over two decades. As an accredited Institution of Public Character (IPC), the foundation focuses on various sectors such as charity, medical aid, education, humanistic culture, and environmental protection. They bridge volunteers with those in need, providing assistance through manpower-intensive efforts. Their dedicated army of volunteers generously devote their time to help underprivileged individuals who have fallen through society's safety net. Their charitable works are inspiring, as seen on their website (tzuchi.org.sg/en), Facebook @tzuchisg, and YouTube -tzuchisg. Supporters can support local charity programs and other missions by donating to the Charity Development Fund
Founded
1994
People
toh kim kiat, yan su yuan, chee kim huei, lin pi yu, ng chuan lim, ong wee heng, sim sem peng, chang horng-lin, ng gaik pei, siew pei fung
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 1994
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Providing financial assistance and spiritual support to needy individuals and families through local charity programmes, including emergency/long-term aid, interim dialysis assistance, healthcare assistance, educational assistance, and befriending services.
- Offering free medical services for the underprivileged community at Tzu Chi Free Clinic @Redhill (GP, dental, and TCM services), Tzu Chi Day Rehabilitation Centre @Jurong East (physiotherapy services), and Tzu Chi Traditional Chinese Medicine Free Clinic @Khatib (free TCM services).
- Promoting humanistic culture and education through various activities such as seniors' engagement and enabling at Seniors Engagement & Enabling Node (SEEN) in Bukit Batok and
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?
- Providing financial assistance and spiritual support to needy individuals and families through local charity programmes, including emergency/long-term aid, interim dialysis assistance, healthcare assistance, educational assistance, and befriending services.
- Offering free medical services for the underprivileged community at Tzu Chi Free Clinic @Redhill (GP, dental, and TCM services), Tzu Chi Day Rehabilitation Centre @Jurong East (physiotherapy services), and Tzu Chi Traditional Chinese Medicine Free Clinic @Khatib (free TCM services).
- Promoting humanistic culture and education through various activities such as seniors' engagement and enabling at Seniors Engagement & Enabling Node (SEEN) in Bukit Batok and
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.
Audited Financial Statements
- 2013 Audited Financial Statement
- 2014 Audited Financial Statement
- 2015 Audited Financial Statement
- 2016 Audited Financial Statement
- 2017 Audited Financial Statement
- 2018 Audited Financial Statement
- 2019 Audited Financial Statement
- 2020 Audited Financial Statement
- 2021 Audited Financial Statement
- 2022 Audited Financial Statement
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 | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 11,009,063 | 10,493,043 | 8,251,032 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 2,139,372 | 1,288,921 | 1,682,519 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 13,148,435 | 11,781,964 | 9,933,551 |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 4,210 | 337,491 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 0 | 4,210 | 337,491 |
| Government Grants | 2,969,055 | 3,463,286 | 1,650,930 |
| Investment Income | 324,602 | 334,442 | 287,556 |
| Programme Fees | 7,663,079 | 6,645,873 | 5,127,520 |
| Others Income | 455,867 | 659,302 | 1,395,147 |
| Total Receipts | 24,561,038 | 22,889,077 | 18,732,195 |
| Capital in Nature | 0 | 0 | 511,086 |
| Expenses | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 97,407 | 301,262 | 339,592 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 14,236,986 | 12,904,906 | 12,691,797 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 14,236,986 | 12,904,906 | 12,691,797 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 3,417,658 | 3,235,522 | 2,827,784 |
| Total Expenditure | 17,752,051 | 16,441,690 | 15,859,173 |
| Balance Sheet | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 4,831,262 | 5,115,258 | 8,346,932 |
| Investments | 12,051,585 | 12,161,496 | 12,273,260 |
| Inventories | 149,450 | 120,298 | 98,848 |
| Account Receivables | 2,469,631 | 2,038,677 | 390,738 |
| Cash & Deposits | 28,990,087 | 20,966,212 | 13,653,950 |
| Other Assets | 282,428 | 318,344 | 1,332,809 |
| Total Assets | 48,774,443 | 40,720,285 | 36,096,537 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 36,923,455 | 30,165,151 | 23,656,373 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 5,498,717 | 5,448,034 | 5,509,425 |
| Endowments Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 42,422,172 | 35,613,185 | 29,165,798 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 4,957,375 | 4,505,108 | 5,247,144 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 1,394,896 | 601,992 | 1,683,595 |
| Total Liabilities | 6,352,271 | 5,107,100 | 6,930,739 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 48,774,443 | 40,720,285 | 36,096,537 |
| Other Information | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations, Grants and Sponsorships given to other registred charities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| No. of Employees | 187 | 184 | 167 |
| Total Employee Cost | 8,379,158 | 7,708,419 | 6,724,596 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 266,041 | 378,181 | 407,655 |
People
People at Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation (Singapore) devote their time and efforts towards various sectors such as charity, medical aid, education, humanistic culture, and environmental protection. They bridge volunteers with those in need, providing assistance through manpower-intensive efforts to help underprivileged individuals who have fallen through society's safety net.
toh kim kiat
yan su yuan
chee kim huei
lin pi yu
ng chuan lim
ong wee heng
sim sem peng
chang horng-lin
ng gaik pei
siew pei fung
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