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#News Eating Enough Doesn’t Always Mean Eating Well, So How Can Children Eat a Balanced Diet? A full tummy doesn’t always mean a balanced diet. A local survey found that 40% of the meals parents prepare for their children each week contain processed foods. Many parents also tend to serve foods their children enjoy, as they are more likely to eat them readily, making mealtimes less of a struggle.   The survey also found that lower-income families face greater challenges in accessing nutritious meals. Through its Nutritious Meals Support programme, Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) helps children from lower-income families develop healthier eating habits.  So, what can parents do to encourage their children to eat a more balanced diet?  🔗 youtu.be/4bsBhWzAWfw @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

Is there someone you wish to thank? Or do you know someone in your community whose kindness deserves to be recognised? Nominate a story of goodness: https://bit.ly/4gXBkG4 @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

How Do We Find the Good People Hiding in Plain Sight? Some kind souls simply walk among us, quietly making a difference. So, we’ve decided to seek them out. The “An Act of Goodness, A Better World For All” project, brought to you by Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) and Shin Min Daily News, with support from SongHe, warmly invites you to notice, share and amplify the goodness around us. Catch their stories every Wednesday and Saturday in Shin Min Daily News, from 2 September to 10 October. Read their stories: https://bit.ly/4zNEbJf @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News Nutritious Meals Support Programme Helps Children Embrace Healthier Eating  Singapore ranks among the world’s wealthiest economies. According to Global Finance, Singapore topped the global ranking in 2026 with a GDP per capita of 156,755 international dollars.  Yet beneath this prosperity, some children still worry about having enough to eat and may lack adequate nutrition. What lies behind this hidden struggle? And how is Tzu Chi’s Nutritious Meals Support Programme helping to bridge the gap?  Watch the video to find out.  🔗 youtu.be/wd99YS5DJJY @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News Congratulations to our CEO Mr Low Swee Seh on receiving the National Environment Agency’s 17th #EcoFriend Award!🎉 The award recognises Mr Low’s longstanding commitment to environmental sustainability and his efforts to encourage Tzu Chi staff and volunteers to contribute to a cleaner, greener future. He inspires communities to embrace the 5R principles and make more conscious choices in their everyday lives. At Tzu Chi, he oversees the organisation’s environmental education and recycling initiatives, including the Glow On Gallery and Zero Market, which make sustainable living more accessible to the community. One of the flagship initiatives is the Tzu Chi Environmental Sustainability Day, which began in 1999. In her speech at the award ceremony, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Ms Grace Fu highlighted how the initiative has grown to span 39 neighbourhoods across Singapore, with support from Residents’ Committees. In addition to educating residents and volunteers on recycling, the initiative has helped divert more than 10 million kilograms of recyclables from the Semakau Landfill to date. Congratulations, Mr Low, on this well-deserved recognition. In accepting the award, Mr Low said that the recognition truly belongs to the Tzu Chi staff and volunteers who have supported these initiatives wholeheartedly. Their dedication and collective efforts have been instrumental in bringing Tzu Chi’s environmental initiatives to the community. Check out this year's award winners and their green efforts in the video! 🔗youtu.be/vCHaYLQh-Is Written by Alden Boon Xian Yong Translated by Koh Su Jing Photo courtesy of National Environment Agency @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News Lakeside Family Medicine Clinic (#LFMC) partnered with the Nursing Department at Nanyang Polytechnic (#NYP), where 23 students worked in four groups to create a series of health education materials. The materials focused on the “Three Highs” — the health impact of consuming too much sugar, salt, and fat. They were presented in various formats, including posters, a test tube model, and an online quiz. One group even developed a Nutri-Quest calendar, featuring QR codes that users can scan to access related content. On 12 August 2026, the students presented their work at Tzu Chi Food Farmacy. The materials will later be displayed in the clinic on TV screens, notice boards, and through interactive activities, giving patients an opportunity to learn more about healthy eating while they wait. Beyond making waiting time more meaningful, the initiative brings a little more care and warmth to the clinic experience. Written by Koh Su Jing Photos by Linda Phua Translated by Chong Sin Yin @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News Lakeside Family Medicine Clinic (#LFMC) partnered with the Nursing Department at Nanyang Polytechnic (#NYP), where 23 students worked in four groups to create a series of health education materials. The materials focused on the “Three Highs” — the health impact of consuming too much sugar, salt, and fat. They were presented in various formats, including posters, a test tube model, and an online quiz. One group even developed a Nutri-Quest calendar, featuring QR codes that users can scan to access related content. On 12 August 2026, the students presented their work at Lakeside Family Medicine Clinic. The materials will later be displayed in the clinic on TV screens, notice boards, and through interactive activities, giving patients an opportunity to learn more about healthy eating while they wait. Beyond making waiting time more meaningful, the initiative brings a little more care and warmth to the clinic experience. Written by Koh Su Jing Photos by Linda Phua Translated by Chong Sin Yin @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News Our heartfelt gratitude to #SATA CommHealth for its generous support of 590 blood pressure monitors, 500 home medical kits and 550 water bottles. These practical essentials will provide meaningful support to Tzu Chi beneficiaries in their daily lives, while the home medical kits offer essential supplies for treating minor wounds and burns at home and reducing the risk of infections. The blood pressure monitors have also helped us strengthen our efforts to promote preventive healthcare in the community. Together with partners such as SATA CommHealth, we hope to encourage greater awareness of preventive health measures, including vaccination and regular health checks. We were also pleased to meet Mr Tan Kee Guan, Chief Operating Officer, and his team to exchange ideas, learn more about our shared motivations and explore potential areas for collaboration. We look forward to working together to promote healthier communities and support more people in need! Written by Alden Boon Xian Yong Translated by Koh Su Jing Photo by Teh Peng Yeng @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

The “An Act of Goodness, A Better World for All” project, jointly organised by Shin Min Daily News and Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore), with the support of SongHe, is about to launch! Some may ask: Why do bad news always make the headlines, leaving us with little hope? Now, you have a chance to be part of the change. From 2 September to 10 October, every Wednesday and Saturday, 12 stories of inspiring people and good deeds will make the front page of Shin Min Daily News. We invite you to discover the kind souls and good deeds in your community and help us spread the ripple of goodness together. An Act of Goodness, A Better World for All Calling for stories of goodness in our community 👉 Tap on the image to find out how you can nominate a story of goodness in your community! @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#SPECIAL 🎶 One song. So many memories. 🇸🇬 This National Day, we asked our colleagues: What’s your favourite NDP song? 👀 Some brought back old memories, while others had us singing along! 🎤😂 Now it’s your turn! What’s your favourite NDP song? Drop the song title in the comments! 🇸🇬❤️ Happy 61st Birthday, Singapore! 🎉 🔗 instagram.com/reel/DbxmYTPjzdJ/ @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News GLOW Expands Senior Care to Help Seniors Stay Connected Growing old is not a journey to be faced alone, it is one that thrives on the support of families and the wider community. Through a diverse range of programmes and services, GLOW aims to help seniors build deeper connections with their loved ones, their community, and even themselves, empowering them to embrace active ageing with confidence, purpose, and peace of mind. Written by Koh Su Jing / Translated by Chong Sin Yin 🔗 bit.ly/4fV5HLJ @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News GLOW Expands Active Ageing Services, Fostering Intergenerational Connections It takes a whole community — not just families — to support ageing well. Learning to care for oneself and discovering one's sense of purpose are key to living a fulfilling and meaningful later life. Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore)'s second GLOW (Go! Live Outrageously Well) Active Ageing Centre has officially opened. Located in Bukit Batok, GLOW offers a different approach from conventional Active Ageing Centres. Through small-group fitness and art classes, as well as a shared space designed for people of all ages, it encourages intergenerational interaction and helps seniors build stronger connections with their families and the wider community. 🔗 youtu.be/Kg3fEkmT_tE @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) is honoured to receive the Catalyst Award at the Digital for Life (DfL) Partners Appreciation event on 17 July 2026, organised by IMDA. This recognition reflects the collective efforts of our partners, volunteers, and staff who have worked alongside us to advance digital inclusion. Through collaborations and organising of the DfL Learn Digital Workshops, we have helped beneficiaries and volunteers build the skills and confidence to navigate an increasingly digital world. While we are grateful for this recognition, we see it as an encouragement to do more. As technology continues to evolve, so too must our efforts to strengthen digital literacy and cyber awareness across the community. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with IMDA and like-minded partners to create more opportunities for lifelong learning and digital inclusion. Written by Alden Boon Xian Yong Translated by Koh Su Jing Photo courtesy of IMDA

#News Parent-Child Para Sports Challenge: "It's Much Harder Than We Imagined!" At the age of seven, Caleb Lee lost the full use of the muscles on one side of his body after an accident. But he refused to let that define his life. He took up table tennis at 11, trained tirelessly over the years, and went on to win a silver medal at the Asian Youth Para Games.  At the Parent-Child Sports Day, jointly organised by Tzu Chi's Parent-Child Bonding Class and the Tzu Chi Teenagers' Group, Caleb shared how he overcame physical limitations and pursued his dreams with courage.  🔗 youtu.be/lT2Xi5UjKtw @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#PhotoAlbum Yesterday, SYNC. Festival brought our community together for a refreshing start to the day. Powered by intentional rest, the day kicked off with our community walk as participants took each step with purpose, enjoying the simple joy of moving together. The vibrant energy continued at SYNC. Village, where families and friends explored, connected, and created meaningful moments throughout the festival. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made SYNC. Festival so special. Swipe through the album to relive the highlights, and we hope these moments inspire you to embrace intentional rest in your everyday life. SYNC. Festival （2026） 🔗 bit.ly/3TVAKPX SYNC. Festival Behind The Scenes （2026） 🔗bit.ly/4bHraX6 @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News Intentional Rest: Reclaiming Your Mind and Body Well-Being💚 In today's fast-paced world, packed schedules often leave little room for genuine rest. While scrolling through our phones or watching short videos may feel relaxing, our brains are still processing a constant stream of information.  According to American physician Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith, who introduced the Seven Types of Rest framework, sleep alone isn't enough to overcome fatigue.  To encourage people to embrace Intentional Rest, Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) hosted the second edition of SYNC. Festival, inviting the public to discover different ways to rest, prioritise self-care, and recognise that rest is not a luxury, but an essential part of living well.  🔗 youtu.be/jv3EWl_4lSA @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes

#News On 25 July 2026, Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) and #RenCiHospital signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Ren Ci @ Ang Mo Kio Nursing Home, reaffirming their long-standing partnership to provide free dental care for residents of Ren Ci @ Bukit Batok Street 52 Nursing Home and Ren Ci @ Ang Mo Kio Nursing Home. The initiative provides essential dental services, including scaling, fillings, and extractions, helping residents maintain good oral health. Since 2014, both organisations have worked together to care for the elderly through regular outreach dental services. With the renewed MoU, the partnership will continue through 30 June 2029, ensuring that residents at both nursing homes continue to receive free dental care from Tzu Chi's visiting dental team. Written by Koh Su Jing Photos by Teh Peng Yeng Translated by Chong Sin Yin @tzuchisg_en 👉 Support our charitable causes