About
What does Sing Lit Station Limited do?
Sing Lit Station Limited is a literary non-profit organization in Singapore that serves as a platform for readers and writers to connect, fostering growth within the local literary community. As a registered charity and Institution of Public Character (IPC), they offer professional development opportunities for both emerging and established writers, provide a one-stop portal for readers interested in Singapore literature, and create participative experiences that engage the broader reading population. In addition to their core programs, Sing Lit Station organizes innovative outreach initiatives such as poetry on sidewalks, spoken word wrestling events, and intensive manuscript bootcamps for aspiring writers. They also conduct writing workshops for migrant workers and other underprivileged communities.
Founded
2016
People
yap yonggang, joshua, yam qilin, daryl, pao pei yu, toh hsien min (du xianmin), chan su-min, fiona, marina poturica
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 2016
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Professional development for emerging and established writers, fostering a thriving literary community.
- A one-stop portal for readers to access Singapore literature, promoting local authors and works.
- Building a participative community within the literary scene and general reading population, encouraging engagement with diverse voices and perspectives.
- Innovative outreach programs like poetry on sidewalks, spoken word wrestling, and manuscript bootcamps for aspiring writers.
- Writing workshops for migrant workers and underprivileged communities, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the literary scene.
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.
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Financials
Donation Income
What are the donations used for?
- Professional development for emerging and established writers, fostering a thriving literary community.
- A one-stop portal for readers to access Singapore literature, promoting local authors and works.
- Building a participative community within the literary scene and general reading population, encouraging engagement with diverse voices and perspectives.
- Innovative outreach programs like poetry on sidewalks, spoken word wrestling, and manuscript bootcamps for aspiring writers.
- Writing workshops for migrant workers and underprivileged communities, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the literary scene.
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.
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$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 31,943 | 52,835 | 84,509 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 1,110 | 4,372 | 2,005 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 33,053 | 57,207 | 86,514 |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Government Grants | 346,038 | 290,115 | 410,326 |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Programme Fees | 138,487 | 70,934 | 161,253 |
| Others Income | 56,551 | 132,269 | 600 |
| Total Receipts | 574,129 | 550,525 | 658,693 |
| Capital in Nature | 0 | 550,525 | 0 |
| Expenses | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 5,100 | 0 | 1,448 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 432,348 | 464,105 | 228,680 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 432,348 | 464,105 | 228,680 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 71,740 | 55,200 | 242,496 |
| Total Expenditure | 509,188 | 519,305 | 472,624 |
| Balance Sheet | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 3,517 | 0 | 1,654 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 34,763 | 9,376 | 31,018 |
| Investments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Inventories | 3,044 | 3,315 | 3,358 |
| Account Receivables | 0 | 55,830 | 48,016 |
| Cash & Deposits | 581,964 | 505,164 | 422,902 |
| Other Assets | 69,851 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Assets | 693,139 | 573,685 | 506,948 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 616,053 | 537,049 | 448,260 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Endowments Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 616,053 | 537,049 | 448,260 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 66,328 | 36,636 | 49,183 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 10,758 | 0 | 9,505 |
| Total Liabilities | 77,086 | 36,636 | 58,688 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 693,139 | 573,685 | 506,948 |
| Other Information | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | 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 | 5 | 5 | 8 |
| Total Employee Cost | 156,440 | 240,345 | 175,486 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 0 | 5,900 | 8,922 |
People
At Sing Lit Station Limited, individuals are involved in fostering growth within Singapore's literary community by providing professional development opportunities for writers, serving as a one-stop portal for readers interested in local literature, and organizing participative experiences that engage the broader reading population. They also conduct innovative outreach initiatives such as poetry on sidewalks, spoken word wrestling events, manuscript bootcamps for aspiring writers, and writing workshops for migrant workers and underprivileged communities.
yap yonggang, joshua
yam qilin, daryl
pao pei yu
toh hsien min (du xianmin)
chan su-min, fiona
marina poturica
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