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What does Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped do?
The Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH) empowers visually impaired individuals by teaching them new skills and promoting self-reliance, enabling them to fully integrate into society. Your generous donations are tax-deductible and greatly appreciated in supporting this noble cause.
Founded
1984
People
lionel lim jun jie, joshua tseng shi-hao, derek ong chee beng, leong shin loong, chan choi mun, chan wei dong, chia choon guan, go cheng cheng
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 1984
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Empowers visually handicapped individuals to help themselves by acquiring new skills and gaining self-reliance.
- Encourages integration into society, promoting inclusivity and breaking down barriers for those with visual impairments.
- Provides support services such as rehabilitation programs, education, and social activities that enhance the quality of life for visually handicapped individuals.
- Offers training opportunities to help them develop skills necessary for employment or independent living.
- Raises awareness about visual impairments within society, promoting understanding and empathy among able-bodied individuals.
- Facilitates access to resources and services that can improve the overall wellbeing of visually handicapped individuals
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?
- Empowers visually handicapped individuals to help themselves by acquiring new skills and gaining self-reliance.
- Encourages integration into society, promoting inclusivity and breaking down barriers for those with visual impairments.
- Provides support services such as rehabilitation programs, education, and social activities that enhance the quality of life for visually handicapped individuals.
- Offers training opportunities to help them develop skills necessary for employment or independent living.
- Raises awareness about visual impairments within society, promoting understanding and empathy among able-bodied individuals.
- Facilitates access to resources and services that can improve the overall wellbeing of visually handicapped individuals
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$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 1,368,752 | 1,533,578 | 1,985,652 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 1,569,366 | 335,231 | 582,779 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 2,938,118 | 1,868,809 | 2,568,431 |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 2,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 2,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Government Grants | 1,633,542 | 1,952,583 | 1,982,712 |
| Investment Income | 142,638 | 47,822 | 87,958 |
| Programme Fees | 0 | 0 | 3,637 |
| Others Income | 1,201,605 | 673,261 | 277,370 |
| Total Receipts | 5,918,203 | 4,542,475 | 4,920,108 |
| Capital in Nature | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Expenses | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 156,568 | 46,140 | 26,550 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 3,291,226 | 3,318,099 | 3,296,507 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 3,291,226 | 3,318,099 | 3,296,507 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 677,326 | 610,022 | 552,939 |
| Total Expenditure | 4,125,120 | 3,974,261 | 3,875,996 |
| Balance Sheet | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | Apr 2021 - Mar 2022(S$) | Apr 2020 - Mar 2021(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 104,498 | 126,419 | 130,743 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 0 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Investments | 1,000 | 0 | 0 |
| Inventories | 196,492 | 203,534 | 192,993 |
| Account Receivables | 261,123 | 177,345 | 50,115 |
| Cash & Deposits | 12,024,725 | 10,326,731 | 9,761,386 |
| Other Assets | 0 | 27,712 | 20,754 |
| Total Assets | 12,587,838 | 10,862,741 | 10,156,991 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 11,738,805 | 9,723,893 | 8,809,686 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 577,953 | 799,782 | 1,145,775 |
| Endowments Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 12,316,758 | 10,523,675 | 9,955,461 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 271,080 | 339,066 | 201,530 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Liabilities | 271,080 | 339,066 | 201,530 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 12,587,838 | 10,862,741 | 10,156,991 |
| Other Information | Apr 2022 - Mar 2023(S$) | 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 | 44 | 51 | 66 |
| Total Employee Cost | 2,402,148 | 2,563,861 | 2,853,839 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 0 | 0 | 0 |
People
At the Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH), individuals with visual impairments receive support, training, and resources to enhance their skills and promote self-reliance. The organization empowers them to fully integrate into society by providing various programs and services that cater to their unique needs. Donations are greatly appreciated and tax-deductible in supporting this noble cause.
lionel lim jun jie
joshua tseng shi-hao
derek ong chee beng
leong shin loong
chan choi mun
chan wei dong
chia choon guan
go cheng cheng
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