Nov 29, 20 with just over a week left to its dec 8 deadline, ntuc fairprice is still short of 285,000 textbooks for its longstanding shareatextbook project, which helps students from lowincome families. Dec 02, 2015 donate your old textbook collections with ntuc fairprices share a text book programme. In celebration of our 1 year anniversary, we are giving 4schools books and we hope to be able to collect at least books by july 2011. Ntuc fairprice seeks used textbooks for needy the online. Ntuc fairprice launches its annual donation drive for used. The singapore national trades union congress ntuc, comprising affiliated unions and associations, professional guilds, smes, freelancers and selfemployed as well as social enterprises, is at the heart of the singapore labour movement. Some books may make it into the collection, but most donated books go to the recycled reads book sale. Our annual signature events like family day and mms conference will be held in a bigger way. If you wish to donate books and arent sure how to go about it, feel free to contact us at gatheringbooks2009atgmaildotcom. Donating used books is one way to pass them onto committed readers while creating space for new books. A copy of your bank book statement that indicates your name and account number is required. Therefore, 100% of your donations will go to charities listed here. Therefore, national trades union congress came up with the pillar of taking care and sharing with less fortunate.
If you have books youd like to get rid of, you can donate them to the library. Publications of the world health organization are available on the. All donations would go directly into singapore red cross local humanitarian work unless stated otherwise by the donor. To better support npos and givers, there will be no transaction fees on giving.
With regards to selling your books, you may want to refer to this link. This unique book is a gift in itself, written for people in all walks of life, including physicians, to better understand the selfless act of living organ donation in order to save a life of a complete stranger. Monetary donations, as well as book donations, are accepted, as well as the ability to. Ntuc fairprice, which launched its annual shareatextbook project yesterday, is looking for volunteers and more textbooks. Charitable donations of goods or services are also called gifts in kind. This international charitable organisation has had a base in singapore since the 1930s, and seeks to help the underprivileged without discrimination. Are there toys your kids have outgrown lying around at the back of your closet. Giving back and tagged giving to charity on may 7, 2011 by jim mckenzie smith. Ntuc membership is open to anyone above 16 years of age, except personnel from singapore police force, singapore prisons, auxiliary police bodies, foreign domestic workers and fulltime students. Mr terence kuek, 45, recently saw an appeal for used textbooks on the ntuc fairprice facebook page. The public can also use the new fairprice online mobile app to make the donations. We will have events right through the whole year to commemorate this significant milestone.
Like us on facebook to be notified of major sales in your feed. Jan 29, 2018 with regards to selling your books, you may want to refer to this link. Katrina bramstedt and rena down have done just that in the donor experience. Singapore half a million used textbooks could be made available for free to needy students this year through ntuc fairprices shareatextbook project read more at. Our social enterprise arm, red shield industries, processes the donated items and retails those that are in good condition at our family stores located across singapore. The regular payments will be credited into your personal bank account by the due date. Both book aid international and books for asia work with a highly targeted book.
From one supermarket, it has grown to become singapores largest retailer serving about 430,000 shoppers daily, with a network of over 120 outlets, comprising fairprice supermarkets, fairprice finest and fairprice xtra. Do you have preloved books, clothes, furniture or household linen that you no longer use but are still in good condition. You can donate your textbooks at 152 fairprice supermarkets, fairprice finest, fairprice xtra, fairprice xpress outlets at esso service stations and warehouse club from today till 6 december 2015. National guidelines for managing donated goods dhs. Show your support by donating your textbooks at any fairprice stores including finest supermarkets, xtra hypermarkets and fairprice xpress stores at esso service stations. Electronic resources start with texshare for homework help, health or business information, academic journals, popular magazines, genealogy, or job and career development. Donate your used books to the library ebrpl book, ebrpl events, ebrpl green.
Ntuc fairprices shareatextbook aims to collect 550,000 textbooks mr seah kian peng, chief executive of ntuc fairprice, and ms indranee rajah, second minister for education, at. The africana librarians council book donations committee reads grant proposals and makes. Ntuc fairprice fairprice has launched its 36th annual shareatextbook project, leveraging their growing number of brickandmortar stores as dropoff points for used textbooks in good condition. From now till 30 november 2008, the public can make their donations at all ntuc fairprice supermarkets and hypermarkets across the island. Under the shareatextbook project, the public can donate their textbooks at any fairprice outlet, even those at esso service stations, from nov 6 to dec 7. This means that you can now donate and collect school books online. The african studies association asa offers an annual grant program to assist book donation projects with shipping costs to send book donations to african libraries and schools. Ntuc fairprice fairprice has just launched its 35th annual shareatextbook project, along with a newly developed digital platform, making it easier for people to donate their preloved textbooks. Transformation is at the heart of what we do, inspiring us to invest in our communities and incorporate sustainable practices in our operations. Fairprice shareatextbook project happening till nov 30.
Otherwise, we would need you to inform us to change your cash benefit option at least 21 days before the due date. American federation of government employees 2011 va pamphlet 0568 march 2011 p70450 afge nvacaflcio o a f i l i a ted wi haf ci. Heres our guide on where you can donate your preloved items to help those in need. Select hot links and go to the boys brigade donation. Where would be a good place to sell 2nd hand books in singapore. Application for replacement card welcome to ntuc u portal. Blue bins for books worry palo alto library advocates.
Instead of throwing away his childrens used textbooks, a parent donated them to the underprivileged. If you would like to donate something practical that can help the needy times of emergencies, do consider donating to us. Donating old textbooks to the needy, latest singapore news. Ntuc fairprice is appealing for donations of primary and secondaryschool textbooks for its fairprice used textbooks project to help needy students. Details of distribution of the books will be announced in early december. Held on 7 april 2011 at the orchid country club, this years fundraising efforts kick started with a special 27hole u care charity golf 2011 in celebration of ntuc s 50th anniversary. Here are 7 reasons why ntuc membership is well worth the price. Our wide network of financial advisers and partners provide valueadded financial advisory that.
The books were shipped to whittier, california and transhipped to the library in the philippines. Employment relations in singapore essay examples wow essays. This combines the thoughtfulness of giving a gift card or gift certificate with the convenience and flexibility of gifting money. Mr ma was elected into the central committee of the national trades union congress ntuc in 2011 for a 4year term. Placeholder master agreement between the department of veterans affairs and. Ntuc fairprice foundation is a registered charity set up by ntuc fairprice. Have used textbooks but not sure what to do with them. You can help the local community by donating your preloved or unused items for resale at any of their thrift stores. The celebrations will be brought to our members and. Guidelines for medicine donations world health organization. You may call us at 6819 9177 or email email protected if you would like to donate these items. Apr 05, 2015 ntuc income run 350, organised by young ntuc is southeast asias premier ecorun in support of the global 350 movement. Fairprice shareatextbook 2014 is officially launched.
Prior to this, he served as the general secretary of aupe from 2011 to 2014. Used book donations came from charitable donors in whttier, california and from cities in northern missouri. Where to donate preloved toys, books, clothes and home. For enquiries on the project, the public can call the used textbooks project hotline at 6424 7505 or email email protected. Donate items to help families and individuals in northern virginia. Nov 14, 20 ntuc fairprices annual shareatextbook project was launched on thursday, to collect used primary and secondary school textbooks which are in good condition. Where to donate children cloths and assessment books. In 20, tan suee chieh was the recipient of singapore business awards outstanding ceo of the year, the ruth wong award from the singapore childrens society, the friend of labour award from singapores national trades union congress, and the lifetime achievement award conferred by the institute of advertising singapore in 2012. Ntuc income run 350, organised by young ntuc liv3ly. Ntuc fairprices shareatextbook aims to collect 550,000. Where can one sell or donate used books in singapore. Alot of donations we get are put into circulation if they are in good shape. Income is proud of our innovative fundraising effort that integrates donation into policyholders regular premium payments. You will enjoy a total shopping experience more product choices, attractive discounts and more than a few friendly smiles from our staff.
Ntuc fairprice cooperative ltd was founded by the labour movement in 1973, with a social mission to moderate the cost of living in singapore. From the onset of the situation, fairprice has proactively stocked. We are a trusted buyer of used books with free shippi. I authorize ntuc link to offset 450 linkpoints from my account as my redemption for the replacement card and i will maintain the sufficient linkpoints in my account for ntuc link to proceed with my request. To donate, apart from the places listed here give away your unwanted stuff, 1. Ntuc fairprice cooperative ltd, and singapore health. Singapore press holdings annual report 2011 singapore press.
Ntuc fairprices annual shareatextbook project was launched on thursday, to collect used primary and secondary school textbooks which are in good condition. Potential candidates for office must meet stringent qualifications set out in the constitution. Studies on donations to specific types of charitable organizations. New book donations 2011 philippine charity for loreto.
Metta welfare association is honoured to have a new local socially responsible recycling organisation to join us onboard and contribute to our good cause. The old adage, its better to give than to receive, could not be more relevant here in singapore where many of us have more than we need. Linkpoints in my account for ntuc link to proceed with my request. Jan 28, 2019 have you been thinking about donating some of your clothes, household goods, toys and books to somebody more in need. Books are sold online to help raise funds for awesome nonprofit literacy organizations changing the world through teaching kids, supporting families, building schools and filling libraries. Ntuc fairprice appeals to public to donate textbooks to help. How to donate used books in long island pen and the pad. Donate your preloved textbooks at any fairprice store. You can also support us by donating preloved items or new items to any one of our donation in kind booths listed below.
Ntuc fairprice aims to collect half a million textbooks. The singapore chapter of room to read hosts book swaps from time to time, so be sure to keep your preloved books stacked and ready to donate. As an institution of a public character ipc, all donations made to srcs local humanitarian work will receive 2. Long island, the 17th most populous island in the world, according to the 2000 census, offers a number of institutions that accept donations.
Where to donate used furniture, clothes, toys and books. Held several times a year, the family fun fiesta aims to strengthen family bonding, promote a greater worklife balance and better wellbeing by enabling lowerincome union. Singapore, 30 january 2020 ntuc fairprice fairprice shares singaporeans concerns over the wuhan coronavirus situation in singapore, which has resulted in a surge in demand for face masks. There are more than 170 dropoff points, conveniently located at all fairprice supermarkets. A donation is a gift for charity, humanitarian aid, or to benefit a cause. The public can donate used school textbooks at any of the supermarkets outlets from now till the end of the month. The national library board nlb has book exchange corners at certain library branches. Your support will bring relief and a peace of mind to the most vulnerable in our community. Some residents have questioned the legitimacy of the organization. Donating your preloved and gently used items is a great way to give back while. Asia centre for social entrepreneurship and philanthropy landscape study on donations and grant making entities in singapore lam swee sum, director, acsep.
Held several times a year, the family fun fiesta aims to strengthen family bonding, promote a greater worklife balance and. This movement aims to raise awareness to the need to lower atmospheric co2 levels to 350 parts per million, which scientists believe is the level required for earths sustainability. Ntuc fairprice shareatextbook donation programme 2 6 dec 2015. Donate your used textbooks at any ntuc fairprice stores to help needy students. Donate your used books to the library east baton rouge. Being part of the ntuc social enterprise, fairprice aims to make lives better for you, your family and our community. These also include fairprice finest, fairprice xtra, warehouse club and fairprice xpress outlets. In fact, a percentage of the net sale price of every book goes to these great causes. You will grant your books a new lease of life and enrich someone elses life at the same time. Parents looking for an easier way to donate and get used school books in singapore, theres some great news. December 2010 january 2011 bimonthly publication of the. If you have textbooks that are still in good condition, you can donate them during the entire month of november. For the eleventh year running, ntuc fairprice is offering its online portal sg as a platform for the public to make online donations to the boys brigade shareagift.
Ntuc learninghub ntuc lhub was established in 2004 to provide engaging, meaningful, and convenient training opportunities for singapores workforce. Help us in our collective effort to provide aid locally. Not only will you be doing something meaningful, you. Do note that item requests may differ across the months due to other donations. Its about making life better walk into any ntuc fairprice supermarket, and you will see more than quality products at great value. We will be launching a new membership card and publishing a pictorial coffee table book. Fairprice stores islandwide, including fairprice finest supermarkets, fairprice xtra. If you are thinking of throwing away your old textbooks, you can donate them to less fortunate students at any ntuc fairprice store. Singapore 2011, the union addresses contemporary issues in industrial relations through a program known as the ntuc gift. Ntuc income is the only insurance cooperative in singapore. Donations and grant making entities in singapore 6 dec 2011. If you would like to change your existing photo on the card, kindly enclose your new passport. Buying a ntuc fairprice gift on giftly is a great way to send money with a suggestion to use it at ntuc fairprice. Instead of dumping or recycling, you might want to know theres shareatextbook project organised by fairprice happening right now the objectives of the project are simple promote greener singapore through recycling preloved textbooks, encourage the value of thrift and relieving the financial burden of families with free pre.
The national trades union congress ntuc is the sole national trade union centre in singapore that is affiliated with 60 trade unions and 1 taxi association. Clean clothes, shoes and accessories can also be donated to any of nvfs. Ntuc works closely with goverment and employers to help workers attain better wages, welfare and work prospects. If you have a life policy with us, you can round up your policy premium payment to the next dollar or more, with the difference going entirely towards orangeaid beneficiaries. Members of the public donate their preloved textbooks for the project at. Join us here for information on the latest happenings for. Ntuc fairprice fairprice has launched its 37th annual shareatextbook project, aiming to collect a record 550,000 textbooks, the highest ever target for the project so far. We will not be accepting these donation inkind from friday, 14th february 2020 until further notice. Ntuc fairprice shareatextbook project launches with a higher target of 400,000 books members of public encouraged to donate textbooks at 147 donation points across all fairprice stores, fairprice finest, fairprice xtra hypermarkets and fairprice xpress outlets singapore, 6 november 2014 ntuc fairprice launched its 32 nd shareatextbook project today, and appeals to. Established in 1970 to make essential insurance accessible to all singaporeans, we are now the leading composite insurer in singapore offering life, health and general insurance. Instead of leaving your books to gather dust on the shelves, donate them to these organisations and initiatives. Presidential elections in singapore, in which the president of singapore is directly elected by popular vote, were introduced through amendments to the constitution of singapore in 1991. Master agreement between the department of veteran affairs. You left out the library our library system has an annual book sale through the friends and we also have a room that has books for sale every day.
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