The annual SPD Ability Walk featured a heritage-themed scavenger hunt, and for the first time, an accessible river cruise for participants with mobility challenges, reinforcing the message of inclusion.
Persons with disabilities and their caregivers in Bedok will benefit from greater access to support services by the Enabling Services Hub (ESH), with the opening of a co-sharing space for ESH located within UP³ at New Upper Changi Road, a community space by the Bedok Community Centre Management Committee under Bedok Grassroots Organisations.
Close to 150 golfers from the IT and business communities teed off for a good cause at the SPD Charity Golf 2025 in support of persons with disabilities.
Technology can uplift persons with disabilities, but inclusive mindsets play an important role in setting the foundation of a caring society that welcomes people of all abilities. This is the central message of SPD’s annual public education campaign, UNLABEL 2024, which is launched today.
UNLABEL: A Public Education Campaign for a Future of Inclusivity and Acceptance Read More »
Speech by SPD President Ms Ong Toon Hui at the SPD 60th Anniversary Dinner at Pan Pacific Singapore, Ocean Ballroom, on Monday 28 October 2024, 7pm
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SPD, a multi-service agency dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and those who may develop disabling conditions, marked its 60th anniversary this year.
SPD Celebrates 60 Years of Enabling Persons with Disabilities Read More »
Four outstanding undergraduates were awarded the Asia Pacific Breweries (APB) Foundation Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities. Since the launch of the Scholarship in 2004, the APB Foundation has committed over $2.4 million to fuel the dreams of 63 students with disabilities.
Speech by SPD President Ms Ong Toon Hui at the SPD Ability Walk 2024 at the Asian Civilisations Museum on Sunday 1 September 2024
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The SPD Ability Walk 2024 saw a record turnout of more than 2,000 participants, raising a total of $418,000 with the Tote Board matching grant, to support persons with disabilities or who may develop disabling conditions. Held at the grounds of the Asian Civilisations Museum and along the historical Singapore River, the event was graced by Guest-of-Honour Mr Alvin Tan, Minister of State for Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Trade and Industry.
In conjunction with its 60th anniversary, SPD held its biggest charity golf tournament at Orchid Country Club yesterday, raising about $544,000 with the support of 176 golfers with further matching from the Tote Board Enhanced Fund-Raising Programme.
SPD Charity Golf 2024 raises about $544,000 with the biggest turn-out to date Read More »
Alert: Beware of Fraudulent Payment Requests Made in SPD’s Name
SPD has been alerted to cases involving job scams where scammers have used SPD’s name to instruct individuals to transfer money.
Please remain vigilant. SPD does not authorise individuals to request or collect money on our behalf through such means. If you receive a suspicious request or are unsure whether it is genuine, please verify it directly with SPD by calling our general line at 6579 0700. Alternatively, you can call the ScamShield Hotline at 1799 before taking any action.
If you believe you may have fallen victim to a scam, please contact your bank immediately and make a police report.
SPD takes such matters seriously and we constantly review the necessary safeguards to protect the public and our supporters. Please be assured that legitimate donations and payments made through SPD’s official website and authorised platforms remain unaffected.
