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Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

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What does Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) do?

The Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) is a self-funded non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with Down syndrome through various programs and services. They provide educational, integration support, enrichment, and family support programs for babies, children, and adults with Down syndrome. Your donation can help them continue their efforts in educating, training, and assisting people with Down syndrome to become independent and contributing members of society. All donations above S$50 are eligible for a tax deduction of 2.5 times the donated amount.

Founded

1997

People

chan wing git, li shuyun, alex yan chun we, khairul alam bin mohd zaini, teh chu tak moses, jonathan seow wei peng, adrian foo qijing, simon soh zhao lun (su zhao kun), oh hui jun helena, cheam thau fatt nicholas

Causes

Health & WellnessChildrenEducation

Highlights

  • Donations are tax-deductible
  • Registered Charity
  • Established since 1997
  • Published yearly Annual Reports

Society Impact

  • Improving the lives of persons with Down syndrome through various educational, integration support, enrichment and family support programs.
  • Enhancing independence and self-advocacy in individuals with Down syndrome.
  • Providing assistance to families of people with Down syndrome.
  • Promoting better opportunities for those with Down syndrome by working with other agencies where appropriate.
  • Disseminating relevant information about all aspects of Down syndrome and promoting awareness in the community.
  • Raising funds to support its services and programs, which are crucial for the well-being of people with Down syndrome and their families.

Donation Income

Fundraising Efficiency

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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.

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