SIA raises $2.5m for Community Chest

To be doubled by the Singapore government.

The matched amount will go towards building the capabilities and capacities of the social service sector to meet rising needs.

Through two major fundraising events held in the lead-up to Singapore’s 50th birthday in 2015, Singapore Airlines (SIA) has donated about $2.5 million to Community Chest.

According to a press release by SIA, the donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Singapore Government under the national Care & Share Movement, lifting total funds raised to about $5 million, doubling the benefit to the less privileged.

Earlier in October, Singapore Airlines hosted a Charity Gala Dinner, graced by Emeritus Senior Minister Mr Goh Chok Tong. In addition to table sales, live and silent auctions were held over the course of the evening to help raise $1.28 million for Community Chest’s many programmes. 

Singapore Airlines CEO, Mr Goh Choon Phong, said: “Through the collective efforts of our staff, unions and management who volunteered their time to make these two flagship events a success, the SIA Group is pleased to be giving back to the community by helping to raise funds for the less advantaged. We are most grateful for the support provided by members of the public as well as from our loyal customers and the wider aviation community, who all came together to help raise funds for those in need in the lead-up to Singapore’s 50th birthday next year.”