Date: 25 November 2006
Venue: Yew Tee MRT vicinity
Neighborhood Publicity is one of the key events for
Sharity Gift Box @ SP. We will be going to Yee Tee area to promote our next event, Collection Day. Well, although it is tiring to wake up early in weekend morning, but, having to help the needy, I feel that is all worthwhile.
After our briefing in SP, we proceed to board the bus and travel to Yee Tee. We get to know more about Collection from the Group Leaders (GL) on the bus. Having good interacting with them, does establish good connections.
After lunch, we went back for more actions.
With experience received in the morning, we are able to handle the publicizing with more confidence. Times flies when you are enjoying it, it’s time to pack and we have our round of sharing on a playground. We have some time of fun there before drizzle came to spoil the fun. However, we did have our fun and I can’t wait for the next event to come up.
SP.Primers shared a gift at 11:30 PM
Date: 25 November 2006
Venue: Yew Tee MRT vicinity
Neighborhood Publicity is one of the key events for
Sharity Gift Box @ SP. We will be going to Yee Tee area to promote our next event, Collection Day. Well, although it is tiring to wake up early in weekend morning, but, having to help the needy, I feel that is all worthwhile.
After our briefing in SP, we proceed to board the bus and travel to Yee Tee. We get to know more about Collection from the Group Leaders (GL) on the bus. Having good interacting with them, does establish good connections.
After lunch, we went back for more actions.
With experience received in the morning, we are able to handle the publicizing with more confidence. Times flies when you are enjoying it, it’s time to pack and we have our round of sharing on a playground. We have some time of fun there before drizzle came to spoil the fun. However, we did have our fun and I can’t wait for the next event to come up.
SP.Primers shared a gift at 11:30 PM
Background of SGB@SP
This is only the second year that we are running this project and some of last yearâs project statistics are as followed:
1) Collected general food items enough for 64 PA recipients.
2) Fulfilled a total of 101 wishes requested by VWOs.
3) 2 press releases, 1 radio publicity, and 1 MP commendation.
4) 2 SP Excellence in Service awards (Community Service & Campus Vibrancy)
About SGB@SP
In support of the BBSGB project and as part of the big family of the Boysâ Brigade, Singapore Polytechnic Primers Company decided to adopt some wishes as part of her small contribution to this nationwide event.
Singapore Polytechnic does not have similar community service project. As such, SP Primers decided to introduce this meaningful event to the entire SP.
We aim to collect general food items, fulfil a total wishes requested by VWOs, delivering these gifts to them and at the same time create awareness among SP staff and students.
Beneficiaries
Lions Befriender Service Association
It is a VWO set up by the Lions Clubs of Singapore in 1995 and a Lions District Project. Their island-wide Befriending Programme reaches out to some 4,000 lonely elderly, aged 65 years and above, through weekly visitation by 1,200 trained volunteers and social/recreational activities. They are also committed to enhance their quality of life by improving their living conditions and facilitating better co-ordination in the provision of community-based care and support services. We are fulfilling 100 wishes for them.
Lions Home for the Elders
This VWO aims to provide complete health care services for elderly in the community especially residents who have been discharged and who are able to live at home but may need special attention. We are fulfilling 50 wishes for them.
Care Corner (Toa Payoh Family Services)
It is a VWO that aims to serve, strengthen and support families because as they believe that strong and stable families are the foundation upon which community is built, and that a vibrant family life is fundamental to the growth of individuals. We are fulfilling 5 family wishes.
Public Assistance Scheme
We are collecting food hampers for 80 of these PA recipients. They are needy people who have no means of income and people to depend on. By collecting food for them, we are making sure that they do not have to worry for their next meal.
Getting Involved
Share a Gift
Donate general food items such as rice, sugar, biscuits, canned food, cooking oil and other daily necessities.
Fulfil a Wish
Pick up a wish tag at the wish tree locations. Shop for the gift stated in the wish tag. Deposit the gift with the wish tag at the BB Sharity Wish Tree.
Lend a Hand
Be part of the big project by volunteering to be involved in SGB. From publicity to the final distribution, we need manpower to ensure that the project runs well.
Key Events
| Date |
Venue |
Activity |
Time |
| 17 November |
SP LT18A |
Christmas Light Up (Opening Ceremony) |
1830 - 1930 |
| 25 November |
Area near Yew Tee MRT |
Neighbourhood Publicity |
0900 - 1600 |
| 02 December |
Area near Yew Tee MRT |
Neighbourhood Collection |
0900 - 1700 |
| 16 December |
Clementi Area |
Delivery Day |
1000 - 1700 |
| 22 December |
SP Vanda Room |
Christmas Bash (Closing Ceremony) |
1830 - 2000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a VWO?
VWO is the abbreviation for Voluntary Welfare Organizations. They provide support to needs of different people. They are registered under the National Council of Social Service.
What is PA?
PA is the Public Assistance scheme set up by the Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports. People under PA scheme are unable to work owing to old age, illness or unfavourable family circumstances; Have no means of subsistence and no family members to depend on.
What race are you collecting for?
Regardless of race, we are just collecting for these needy families and elderly so that they do not need to worry about their meals and have a great Christmas.
Do you accept Money Donation?
Nope. We are only tasked to collect general food items and fulfil wishes. Thatâs what makes it special!
Where can I find out more about BBSGB?
You can visit the official website at www.bbsgb.org.sg
Contact Us
Address
Singapore Polytechnic
500 Dover Road
Singapore 139651
PC127 Poly Centre
Mailbox 69
Phone: (+65) 98554949 - Lim Jianting, Public Relations Coordinator
Email: sgb.pbr@gmail.com
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After our briefing in SP, we proceed to board the bus and travel to Yee Tee. We get to know more about Collection from the Group Leaders (GL) on the bus. Having good interacting with them, does establish good connections.
