Philanthropy
SMU’s new philanthropy framework aims to support high-potential initiatives with longer time horizon
The ‘moonshot approach’ targets initiatives that have more uncertain outcomes but tackle root causes of social issues
BNP Paribas rolls out donor-advised platform in Singapore for ultra-wealthy
BNP Paribas Bridge Foundation provides a structured framework for charitable giving as philanthropy hub ambitions grow
AVPN launches social outcomes exchange that connects funders to verifiable impacts – first of its kind in Asia
Under this model, the funds disbursed are tied to the results of organisations such as non-profits, social enterprises
Building a lasting culture of giving in Singapore
To support individuals and communities in need, we must all play an active role – whether through organisations or as individuals
Issue 177: Investing in the blue economy
This week in ESG: Mark Dalio lays out a viable pathway to investing in oceans
Singapore reinforces philanthropy hub status in 2025; deeper cross-sector partnerships expected next year
The outlook for the city-state’s giving landscape for next year is mostly positive
Charities need to make money, too
As the giving landscape evolves, these organisations need to be more entrepreneurial without losing their core purpose
Grab, Scatech, Wee Hur among those enabling legacy giving through donor-advised funds
Through the Community Foundation of Singapore, the families behind these firms have set up funds that allow long-term giving that is aligned with their values
Funding the next breakthrough: How leading UK university plans to back future innovators
The University of Manchester’s £400 million campaign will support scholarships, research initiatives and a new pre-seed fund for student and staff spin-offs
Hopes are for impact investing to fill funding gaps in Asia – but less attractive returns are an obstacle
Barriers to growth in the region’s sector include fragmented deal flow and the perception of high risks
