Tzu Chi’s aid beneficiaries are called ‘Households of Gratitude’. Why is that so? Who should be grateful to whom? Participants at Tzu Chi’s second English Volunteer Training session of the year uncovered the answers to these questions.
Charity, Education |
An elderly terminal patient had a wish to have his 50th wedding anniversary photos taken in advance, as he was not sure if he could live for another two years to celebrate the special occasion with his wife. And we heard his wish…
Medicine | Tzu-Chi Foundation
During a quarterly blood donation drive held by Tzu Chi Singapore, volunteers not only invited their friends to help promote the event to the public, but they also donated blood themselves.
Medicine | Tzu-Chi Foundation
In the inaugural Tzu Shao Parent-Child Sports Meet held at the Toa Payoh Stadium, the rising and falling cheers only served to encourage the participants, for winning or losing did not matter at all.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Kaw Mui Kooi used to grudge about the unfairness and misfortunes in life that befell her. Now, Kaw has a different mindset in dealing with difficulties in life. She often reminds herself to just do what is right and to let her heart soar free.
People | Tzu-Chi Foundation
During the month of Ramadan, Tzu Chi volunteers helped a Malay aid recipient spring clean her home and even repainted the walls in her favourite colour of light green. Thanks to their hard work, the house has been given a fresh new look!
Charity | Tzu-Chi Foundation
The sounds of cheering were heard coming from a green lawn, where a group of kids were playing the Tug of War with their parents. The game brought back memories of childhood for many of the parents and drew them closer to their children.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
At the Income Eco Run 2018, participants made genuine efforts to “race” for a greener planet. These Zero Waste runners took the initiative to protect the environment by reducing trash at the source.
Env. Protection | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Dr. Edwin Lim, who has dedicated 15 years of his life to Tzu Chi’s Mission of Medicine, received the Healthcare Humanity Award on 26 April 2018, as a recognition of his continued, selfless contribution and dedication to the medical field.
Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Students from Tzu Chi Teenagers’ Class expressed their heartfelt gratitude and love to their parents on Parents’ Day, serving the latter piping hot tea, bathing their feet, and making thank you cards for them.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Two of Tzu Chi’s Honorary Board Members shared their inspiring stories with fellow members at their first Appreciation Ceremony. One of them is a wealthy entrepreneur, while the other is an elderly lady who lives a frugal life...
Humanistic Culture | Tzu-Chi Foundation
An unexpected accident during a holiday trip took away the life of a young medical graduate. Tzu Chi volunteers in the UK and Singapore provided cross-country care and support to the bereaved family of the deceased.
Charity | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Beneficiary students of the Seeds of Hope (“SOH”) Programme built their “dream house” together with their families during the SOH Welcome Ceremony. From the activity, they learned about the importance of teamwork, and also understood that...
Charity | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Parents and children from the Tzu Chi Parent-Child Bonding Class went on two separate excursions to Lorong Halus Wetland and Bedok NEWater Plant, where they learned how precious our water resources are.
Education | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Tzu Chi volunteers shared about the importance of recycling and environmental protection through live demonstrations and interactive games at the “Just-One-Earth Day” eco-carnival at Our Tampines Hub.
Env. Protection | Tzu-Chi Foundation
64-year-old Tan Beng Hock described himself as living a “foolish and chaotic life” before the age of 50. After surpassing many trials in life and growing up from the hardships he went through, he said with certainty, “I like who I am now.”
People | Tzu-Chi Foundation
A group of students from Hwa Chong Institution served as volunteers on Tzu Chi Recycling Day in March this year and gained fresh insights into environmental protection through their hard labour in recycling activities.
Env. Protection | Tzu-Chi Foundation
Youths from the Tzu Chi Teenagers’ Class spent a joyful and meaningful Sunday morning at Tzu Chi recycling points helping to sort recyclables. They also collected rubbish on the busy streets nearby and promoted recycling to the public.
Education, Env. Protection | Tzu-Chi Foundation
