Giveinstead.sg in the Media
02
Oct
Giveinstead.sg Founder Shoken Tsurumaru Named Finalist at President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards 2025
On Wednesday, 1 October 2025, Giveinstead.sg was proudly represented at the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2025, where our founder Shoken Tsurumaru was recognised
15
Aug
Founder of Giveinstead.sg, Shoken Tsurumaru, Honoured with Icons of Change International Award 2025
At the Icons of Change International Awards 2025, Shoken Tsurumaru, founder of Giveinstead.sg, was honoured for his groundbreaking contribution toward Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced
09
Aug
Shoken Tsurumaru Featured in Hokkaido Newspaper for Supporting Furano Food Bank
We’re delighted to share that Shoken Tsurumaru, founder of Giveinstead.sg, was featured in Hokkaido Shimbun (August 9, 2025 edition) for his efforts to support families
11
May
Shoken Tsurumaru Featured on Mediacorp Channel 8’s Frontline
We are proud to share that Shoken Tsurumaru, founder of Giveinstead.sg, was recently featured on Mediacorp Channel 8’s flagship program Frontline. The segment showcased his
01
Apr
Giveinstead.sg Founder Featured in Hokkaido Shimbun for Supporting Families in Furano
We’re honored that Hokkaido Shimbun, one of Japan’s leading regional newspapers, featured our founder Shoken Tsurumaru for his work supporting families in Furano through the
31
Mar
MTFA x Giveinstead.sg Fundraiser for Wheelchair-Accessible Van Featured in Shin Min Daily News
MTFA x Giveinstead.sg Fundraiser for Wheelchair-Accessible Van Featured in Shin Min Daily News.
15
Mar
A Big Thank You to St. John’s Home for Featuring Giveinstead.sg
We are honoured and grateful to be featured in St. John’s Home for Elderly Persons’s monthly newsletter, and for having the opportunity to bring joy
News and Updates
24
Dec
A Christmas to Remember at Sunlove Home
This Christmas, Giveinstead.sg was honoured to partner with the Lions Club of Singapore Central to bring festive cheer to the residents and caregivers of Sunlove Home for
18
Dec
Giveinstead.sg Celebrates 50 Fundraisers Milestone!
We are excited to share that we have completed our 50th celebratory fundraiser since our launch in 2023! Founded by Shoken Tsurumaru, Giveinstead.sg, which started
15
Dec
Supporting Underprivileged Kids in West Coast GRC with Essential School Supplies!
Giveinstead.sg is proud to continue supporting the Telok Blangah Garden Residents Committee Edu Aid Event, helping to provide essential school supplies to students in need. This
20
Nov
Project Update: Noku Sports Field and Hope Children’s Home in Bali, Indonesia
Since Patrick and his friends came together to support Hope Childrens Home through Giveinstead.sg, the rebuilding journey in Bali, Indonesia has been moving forward with
12
Oct
Autumn Festival 2025: Bringing the Community Together in Furano
The recent Autumn Festival in Furano was a resounding success, drawing 140 attendees, including many volunteers and families from the neighbourhood. The event was filled
12
Sep
Celebrating Our $100,000 Milestone: Thank You for Giving Instead!
We are excited to announce that Giveinstead.sg has officially crossed the $100,000 milestone in funds raised, a testament to the extraordinary kindness and support of
11
Sep
From Sea to Smiles: Children from Furano Discover the Joy of the Ocean in Atsuma
NPO Miraito held a two-day experiential program on September 6–7 in Atsuma Town, bringing children from Furano where the sea is far away closer to
05
Aug
A New Stove, A Fresh Start for a Family in Furano
Thank you for supporting our campaign to help a family in Furano. With your donations, we raised enough to buy and install a propane cooking
20
Jun
Giveinstead.sg: Ukay’s 50th Birthday Fundraiser – Warming Hearts and Tummies at Shan You
To celebrate his 50th birthday, our generous donor Ukay chose to do something deeply meaningful: he raised $3,000 to sponsor 1,000 meals for seniors who
15
Jun
Turning Compassion into Action in Furano
Last week, our sister organization FURAPERA Community Aid Network completed a powerful community effort in Furano, Hokkaido — bringing real, on-the-ground impact to families in
25
May
Furapera: A Sister Initiative to Giveinstead.sg Supporting Food Security in Rural Japan
Furapera, a social enterprise and sister organisation to GiveInstead.sg, has recently played a key role in elevating community aid efforts in Furano, Japan. Leveraging its
30
Apr
Giveinstead.sg: Patrick’s 50th Birthday Fundraiser – A Gift of Play for Hope Children’s Home Orphanage Bali
Giveinstead.sg: Patrick’s 50th Birthday Fundraiser – A Gift of Play for Hope Orphanage Bali In celebration of Patrick’s milestone 50th birthday, his best friends came
15
Apr
Charity Partner Spotlight: SHINE Children & Youth Services
Stepping into SHINE’s office was nothing short of inspiring. From mentoring programmes to mental‑health support, the charity radiates a single conviction: nothing is impossible when
28
Mar
A Heartwarming Celebration at Sunlove Home
As part of the Lions Club of Singapore Central’s 63rd Anniversary celebrations, Giveinstead.sg was honoured to collaborate with them in organising a very special lunch
04
Mar
Celebrating our $50,000 Milestone – Thank You for Making It Possible!
We are thrilled to share that Giveinstead.sg has officially crossed the $50,000 milestone in funds raised, thanks to the incredible support of our donors, charity
22
Dec
A Christmas to Remember at Lions Befrienders Clementi
The festive spirit was truly alive at Lions Befrienders Clementi Active Ageing Centre, where 150 seniors from three different centres in Clementi came together for
12
Dec
Essential School Supplies for Underprivileged Students in West Coast GRC!
Giveinstead.sg is proud to be part of the fundraising efforts to support the Telok Blangah Garden Residents Committee Edu Aid Event, providing essential school supplies
10
Dec
Giveinstead.sg Celebrates First Anniversary with $20,000 Milestone in Charitable Giving
As we celebrate our one-year anniversary, we are overjoyed to announce that Giveinstead.sg has achieved a remarkable new milestone, raising over $20,000 through our
03
Nov
Spreading Love and Inspiring Hope: Building Brighter Futures for Underprivileged Kids
Mr. Low’s birthday fundraiser in support of SHINE Children and Youth Services’ STAR Programme was an incredible success, raising $4,326 and exceeding the initial goal
13
Sep
GiveInstead.sg event at St. John’s home for Elderly Persons
On the 12th of September 2024, the residents of St. John’s Home for Elderly Persons enjoyed an unforgettable evening of music, games, and joy, thanks
07
Sep
Joanna’s Birthday Fundraiser for Care Corner Seniors: Warming Hearts and Tummies
Lively chatter and laughter filled the room as Joanna and her friends conversed with seniors as they gathered at Care Corner Seniors Active Ageing Centre
13
Aug
Mid Autumn Festival Treats Delivered to THK Home @Chai Chee
On the 13th of August, 70 boxes of sweets were delivered to the THK home for disabled adults@Chai Chee, where they were enjoyed by the
07
Jul
Lunches delivered to Seniors across Singapore
We’re excited to share the success of Chris’s birthday fundraiser, which exceeded its original goal. Thanks to the generosity of friends, family, and the community,
21
Jun
Giveinstead.sg Celebrates $10,000 Milestone in Charitable Giving
We are thrilled to announce that Giveinstead.sg has reached an exciting milestone, raising over $10,000 through seven successful fundraisers. This achievement was made possible with
27
Apr
$3,150.00 Donated To Care Corner Senior Services
We are very happy to share that Chris’ Birthday Fundraiser goal of $2,000 has been surpassed! The $3,150 raised will provide 630 nutritious meals (230
07
Apr
Shaw-NKF-NUH Children’s Kidney Centre Movie Screening
51 patients and their familes from Shaw-NKF-NUH Children’s Kidney Centre gathered at Shaw Lido on Sunday 10th March for a movie screening of Kung Fu
01
Mar
New Website launch!
Giveinstead.sg has decided to move its website from its old, more basic, platform, onto a new one with far more functionalities, which will allow our
17
Feb
Sunlove Home New Pyjamas Project
Residents of Sunlove Home for the Intellectually Disabled received a generous gift of 51 vibrantly coloured new pyjamas for Christmas thanks to Mr Low, who
06
Feb
Funded: Lions Club of Singapore Central General Donation
$1,182 was raised to fund the Lions Club of Singapore Central’s charity events and initiatives. Some of the beneficiaries the Club serves include Sunlove Home
29
Jan
Our brand new concierge service
Embrace the joy of giving with our Donor-Designed Giving Concierge Service, a meaningful alternative for those who prefer making a difference over receiving gifts for
21
Jan
CNY Celebration for Residents at THK Home for Disabled@Eunos
“I think they will be purple and pink,” a resident speculated, “I’m very sure they are red and yellow,” enthused another. The air was abuzz