#ThisisSG
- celebrating Singapore's passion & resilience. Run by the SG Brand Office - a collaboration between MCI, STB & EDB πΈπ¬ (Follow β endorsement)
This is how we rise above uncertainty and adversity. This is embracing a new phase of life in Singapore with strength, courage and hope. This is us, as we come together to build a brighter tomorrow.
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His critics said he didnβt know his limits. They didnβt realise how true that was.
@Razer
CEO
@minliangtan
turned his passion into the worldβs leading gaming lifestyle brand.
What will you do with your passion?
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2020. A year unlike any other. As we look forward to a new phase, a new year, let us also look back and remember how we took on a challenging year with love, with courage, and with passion. This is our 2020.
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#StrongerTogether
#ThisisSG
: 418 medical requestsβ including accompanying seniors to medical appts & collecting medications on their behalf β were facilitated via SG Assist, a mobile app which crowdsources volunteers, or Kampong Heroes, to assist. Keeping the Kampung spirit going! ππ»βοΈπ±π¨π¨π§
#ThisisSG
: Seeing his family wasting food sparked Preston into action. Together w schoolmate Kenneth, they started treatsure - an app connecting customers to businesses w surplus food. Now with >20,000 users, they aim to get businesses & customers to treat food as treasure π₯¦β€οΈπ±
#ThisisSG
: 1,206 orders made thru Halal with Hew, an online ordering platform for Halal home-based F&B businesses, launched in Apr by Shane & Junisa to help HBBs during
#circuitbreaker
. Encouraged by positive response, they plan to add hawkers & restaurants soon! π₯‘π₯π€€
Changi Jewel was but a sparkle in the eye when it was first conceived. Today, it is the sparkling jewel of Singapore's
@changiairport
. Where will the spark of inspiration and passion take you?
#PassionMadePossible
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@Tkalcevic
#ThisisSG
: The team of volunteer coaches at Repair Kopitiam teach members of the public skills to fix the broken items they bring. What was one location has grown to three, and will soon be six, as their repair community continues to grow! π§° πͺ π
#ThisisSG
: 19,500 bottles of beer brewed by CRUST, who turn excess bread into beer. Some notable brews include the βBeerguetteβ & even a Kaya Toast stout! Founders Travin Singh and Ben Phua launched CRUST last yr with the intention of reducing global food waste by. π₯π»π
Now, more than ever, we must come together and stand united to end this
#COVID19
outbreak. We are all at the front lines of this battle. Let's do the right thing for Singapore, and the world. Majulah, Singapura! πΈπ¬
#SGUnited
#ThisisSG
: A history of diabetes in the family inspired Alan Phua & co-founder Verleen Goh to start, Alchemy Foods & develop Alchemy Fibre - a product that is added to carbohydrates to prevent blood sugar spikes, all without altering the taste or texture of the food! πΈπ¬ π π§π¬
#ThisisSG
: Created as a space for persons with disabilities & art makers to come together, Diverse Abilities Dance Collective (DADC) by Maya Dance Theatre (MDT) hopes to empower students thru dance. πβ¨πΊ
#ThisisSG
: 100 restaurants adopted barePack β the worldβs first returnable container subscription platform β with the goal of reducing takeaway waste & carbon emissions. Singaporeans keen to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle can now opt for a barePack container! π₯π₯‘π
#ThisisSG
: On a trip to Indonesia, freediver Anqi spotted pieces of glass which had been tumbled by the ocean. Inspired, she transforms sea glass pieces from trash to jewellery, showcasing the beauty of the ocean while raising awareness for marine conservation. π π π¬
#ThisisSG
: 825 plastic bags diverted from landfills thru home-compostable packaging by The Dog Grocer, SGβs 1st sustainability concept pet food store providing quality products while staying true to principles like ethically sourced meat & home-compostable packaging. πΆπ¦΄β»οΈ
#ThisisSG
: 4065 participants took part in the Singtel-SCS Race Against Cancer. Since 2009, RAC has been raising funds for cancer treatment subsidies, welfare assistance, rehabilitation, hospice care, screenings, research, public education & support grp initiatives. πβοΈ πβοΈ ποΈ
#ThisisSG
: Stuck at home during circuit breaker, Anna Lam launched Crunch β a company selling edible spoons in 7 flavours. Months of trial & error led to spoons tt were both delicious & nutritious! Anna hopes to see her cutlery available in cafes & dessert kiosks soon. π¨π₯π€€
#ThisisSG
: >886 pieces of packaging were saved in Aug thru the Zero Waste Packaging Initiative by The Sustainability Project. The movement seeks to encourage businesses in SG to adopt a circular packaging system & reduce the waste generated. π¦0οΈβ£ποΈ
#ThisisSG
: S$4000 was raised by Good Luck Beer House through
#beerforacause
. In an effort to lift the community's spirits, the campaign turned drinking
#craftbeer
into a tangible contribution to a good cause. 100% of the proceeds were donated to Lee Ah Mooi Old Age Home π»π°π
#ThisisSG
: A diving trip sparked a passion for marine conservation & drove Samantha Thian to create Seastainable Co.. Since 2017, theyβve directly contributed over $30,000 to conservation projects throughout SEA. Watch the video to find out more! π π π₯€
#ThisisSG
: >15,000 ppl tuned into the Tonehouse Live Streaming Sessions where 14 bands covered made-in-SG songs & shared why they liked them. After circuit breaker hit pause on jamming studios, Tonehouse Studios innovated & offered new services for musicians. π€πΈπ₯οΈ
#ThisisSG
: A passion for local football led 3 fans to create The Final Whistle podcast. Interviewing local footballers & coaches from past and present, focusing on stories not previously told, they aim to give football in Singapore the attention they feel it deserves! π¦ β½οΈ πΈπ¬
#ThisisSG
: 18,505 participants have been βhushedβ by Hush TeaBar - who advocate self-care thru silence, reflection & breathing to promote empathy, inclusion & empowerment. Sessions are led by Deaf facilitators, supported by a team of ppl w lived mental health experience. π€«βπ
#ThisisSG
: A Telegram Bot called Scratchbac is available in 13 neighbourhoods across SG. Concerned about the effect of
#COVID19
on the community, 3
@sutdsg
students created Scratchbac to connect ppl in need with those keen to lend a helping hand! π±π¬π€
#ThisisSG
: >60,000 free meals have been served by charity org Free Food For All (FFFA) in 2020. Since 2015, the organisation has provided Halal meals to the less fortunate, empowering them to become contributing members of society.
#ThisisSG
: 180 DIY kits sold by Studio MU/YU, a business that turns salvaged wood into accessories for women. With business on hold due to
#COVID19
, founder Lyn Ng came up with DIY kits for customers to create their own organic wooden jewellery from upcycled wood! πβ¨π§
#ThisisSG
: SinFooTech wanted to create products Singaporeans can call their own, while developing technology to reduce food wastage. Meaning "blossoming of wisdom", Sachi is a 1st of its kind alcoholic beverage created from unwanted soy whey, and is 100% waste-free! π§π¬ πΆ πΈπ¬
#ThisisSG
: 56,400 were prepared & delivered to families in need across
#Singapore
. NTU student Lee Ray Sheng and his team at RAYDY Beehoon have been tirelessly doing their part to help the less fortunate get back up on their feet. π§π³π¨π³π±
#ThisisSG
: 7,000 old tennis balls were repurposed thru Yellowshipβ a community initiative by 15-y/o Vihaan Iyer. The balls were upcycled in creative & meaningful ways such as physiotherapy aids for migrant workers, tripod supports for film crews & toys for shelter dogs! πΎπ₯π
#ThisisSG
: >1,712 sustainable products available for conscious consumers Shop Bettr, which caters to those who want to shop sustainably but don't know where to go. Shop Bettr curates products made by ethical businesses providing sustainable alternatives to fast fashion! πποΈπ
Moving onward together means making sure no one gets left behind. Throughout the circuit breaker, hawkers Jason Chua and Sean Hung from Beng Who Cooks provided countless free meals for those in need, giving hope & strength during these tough times.
#ThisisSG
#SGUnited
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: 1000 hours β thatβs how much time
@ShabirMusic
spent in the studio to perfect his uplifting Lockdown EP. The EP also serves as a reminder for all of us to keep forging ahead as we begin to rebuild a stronger Singapore together.
#StrongerTogether
#ThisisSG
: The
#MajulahMovement
helps Singaporeans pick themselves up & forge ahead despite all odds. Led by
@paulfosterrr
& friends, the movement lets Singaporeans purchase food for frontliners & migrant workers while providing income for local F&B business & drivers. πΈπ¬ π² π
#ThisisSG
: Tapping on her love for photography, Medical Laboratory Technologist Huda aims to shine a light on the hard work and sacrifice that her colleagues put in, while celebrating their strength and resilience πΈ πͺ π§βοΈ
#ThisisSG
: Up to 4,000kg of veggies grown every mth by Citiponics, from the top of an HDB carpark! This urban farm leads the way as SG aims to increase local food prdn & improve food security. With
@SGFoodAgency
's
#30by30
initiative, there may soon be an urban farm in yr 'hood!
Wishing all our Hindu friends a joyous
#Deepavali
& a very happy long weekend to everyone!
#PassionMadePossible
#Singapore
#Diwali
π·: Deepavali Utsavam 2019 light up ceremony and street parade - courtesy of Little India Shopkeepers & Heritage Association
This National Day might feel a little different from the rest, but sharing moments with the ones we love helps to remind us that this is home, that
#ThisisSG
. Happy 55th National Day, Singapore! πΈπ¬
#NDP
#NDP2020
#NationalDay
#TogetherStrongerSG
The
#Singapore
Sports Hub is truly a Singaporean marvel that would not have been possible without passionate people dreaming "impossible" dreams. What "impossible" dreams do you have?
#PassionMadePossible
#Sunset
doesnβt just mark the end of a day β it brims with the promise of a better, brighter tomorrow. What will your tomorrows bring?
#passionmadepossible
#ThisisSG
:
#COVID19
survivor Hadi received such great care in the ICU that it inspired him to give back to the community. Upon recovery, Hadi joined
@EGsingapore
- check out the video to see how Hadi & Engineering Good are giving back! π₯π»β€οΈ
#ThisisSG
: >2000 bouquets, assembled by volunteers w upcycled flowers thru the Bloom-It-Forward initiative by BloomBack, were delivered to elderly homes, hospices & healthcare workers. BloomBack also offers workshops that provide therapy while contributing to nonprofits! πππ₯°
#TGIF
! Whether you're planning for a weekend of partying or just taking it easy, we hope it'll be a meaningful time spent doing what you love. Have a great weekend!
#PassionMadePossible
#Singapore
#ThisisSG
: 2,633: that's the number of 2ndhand books given a new lease of life by Thryft,
#Singapore
's 1st
#sustainable
bookstore. Thryft makes it easier for ppl to buy and sell 2ndhand books. They even donate 10% of every purchase to non-profit partners!
#ThisisSG
: Papa Lim has successfully grown >33 kinds of organic plants in his home garden. He started nearly 5yrs ago & has been obsessed ever since. Thru
@papalimplants
on Instagram, he shares updates abt his gardening journey & finds loving homes for his plant-babies! π±π¨π»πΏ
#ThisisSG
: 244 smartphones were donated to migrant workers to help them return to work. Non-profit ItsRainingRaincoats recognised that migrant workers' phones did not support SafeEntry. More phones are being processed to help more migrant workers. π±πͺπΆββοΈ
#ThisisSG
: >800 handmade cards were delivered to senior citizens in nursing homes thru "Hey, You Got Mail!". The project was started to counter the effects of social isolation & evolved into an initiative that reminds the elderly that they are not alone, nor forgotten. π΅π»πβοΈ
#ThisisSG
: 5 students developed Can Mah to help vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, with groceries. Can Mah connects them w/kind neighbours willing to buy groceries on their behalf. The creators hope the effects of their initiative will last well beyond
#COVID19
ππ±π
6,000+ personnel from
@mindefsg
, the SAF & the wider defence community served selflessly in our fight against
#COVID19
. These men & women have gone beyond the call of duty to help keep Singapore safe. Thank you for your service! πΈπ¬π§ββοΈβοΈ
#ThisisSG
#HormatSAF
#SAFDay20
#ThisisSG
: 315 hours dedicated to planning, designing, drafting & sewing led to the rise of Jessica Leeβs Dimension.uh. After being unexpectedly retrenched, Jessica decided to turn her childhood hobby into a career. She's focused on building her brand & upgrading skills π§΅ππ
#ThisisSG
: 400 National Day banners were transformed into bags, t-shirts & facemasks thru The LampPost Project. All funds collected were donated to the Singapore Association for Mental Health. Since its launch 4 yrs ago, the initiative has upcycled nearly 3,000 banners. πΈπ¬π₯°β»οΈ
"At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them." - Laurence Binyon. This centenary of
#ArmisticeDay
, we remember the sacrifices of those who fought to give us a better, brighter tomorrow.
#LestWeForget
#ThisisSG
: 750 journal kits were designed & distributed to inpatients at IMH SG in July thru doctoral student Jonathan Kuek. An IMH volunteer, Kuek decided to share the comfort he found thru journaling w patients who needed a healthy outlet to express emotions & feelings. πβοΈπ
#ThisisSG
: >194,000 plastic blisters collected thru
#Project2x2
. Started by contact lens company Two of a Kind & Tay Paper Recycling in Oct 2019, the initiative repurposes the blister for other applications such as industrial piping, car interiors & household fittings. πβ»οΈπ
#ThisisSG
: When you love bringing musos together, what can you do when gatherings are limited? Dick Yip moved his ukulele senior group online! Together with wife Daisie, they learned to live stream their sessions - theyβve already held 34 live streams! π€ πΉ πΌ
#ThisisSG
: Sometimes our passions can be bigger than ourselves. For freelance photographer Jeryl Tan, it meant working with >41 food establishments to improve their social media presence, with free photography & food styling services! πΈ π² π
Bird singing corners once served as a focal point for enthusiasts (early Twitter? π). Bird-keeping is no longer common, but we cherish the sharing of passions & hope the spirit of community togetherness will continue to live on.
#PassionMadePossible
#Singapore
The βHorseshoeβ block is renowned for history & architecture β but did you know it also has a place in
#Singapore
βs
#film
history? Hua Bee coffeeshop was the set of Mee Pok Man,
#SG
's 1st fully locally produced
#featurefilm
, paving the way for SG filmmakers.
#PassionMadePossible
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:
@SPCA_SG
set aside $50,000 to help support those struggling to feed their pets during this time. With another $19,630 collected in donations so far, these funds will be used to provide pet food for owners, community feeders & animal rescuers too!
#ThisisSG
: 33,565 care packs containing sanitary essentials were distributed to families in need to help keep them safe. Fully funded by donations, Sgpaysitforward enabled Singaporeans islandwide to show care for our neighbours, even from our homes. πͺ π¦ ποΈ
#ThisisSG
: Over 1,000 children are on their way to becoming book-lovers thanks to Janice Tan, who launched Luka: The Reading Companion for Kids in SG. The mother of 3 hopes the AI-powered owl will spark childrens' love of reading & improve their vocab. π€±ππ¦
Happy Monday everyone, we're finally live! We're all about celebrating the passions that make
#Singapore
possible - so let us know what you'd like to see on this feed! πΈπ¬
#PassionMadePossible
#ThisisSG
: 227,829,050 - the number of steps Singaporeans took together for "Climb for Mental Wellness" showing support for caregivers of those with mental health issues. 1,956 participants raised $287,989 to support
@Calsingapore
. More info
#ThisisSG
: The Social Kitchen's co-founders, Alvin Yapp & Ang Kian Peng, wanted to help the economy & fellow Singaporeans. They work with heritage F&B brands who are struggling to cope & hope to be the biggest employer of underprivileged groups & their caregivers in SG! π βοΈ πΈπ¬
Advocates for inclusivity and art - these are the stories of Singaporeans making a difference with their passions. Watch this video and find out more!
#PassionMadePossible
#Singapore
@swyx
Thank you! We really appreciate your kind words. We'll do our best to keep sharing meaningful stories that make us all proud to say
#ThisisSG
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: $10,238 was raised for The Food Bank Singapore by 9 of Singaporeβs leading bartenders & chefs. They channelled their flair for food & drink into 10 original artworks, auctioning them through the
#LockDownArtists
Charity Auction.
#ThisisSG
: 15 African penguins at the Singapore Zoo were given a special home makeover by their keepers. Their new enclosure allows these curious penguins to play & prepare for bigger adventures outdoors β which Singaporeans can look forward to when they revisit the zoo! π§π§π
More than 150 soldiers from
@OurSgArmy
were activated at short notice to collect and deliver more than 5 million reusable masks to 89
@PAFrenz
community centres and clubs across Singapore from 3 to 5 Apr. More:
#COVID19
#ThisisSG
: Making use of technology to benefit humanity - from wearables to robotics. This is how Singapore rises to the challenges posed by COVID-19, not just for the present, but for our future, so that we can emerge
#StrongerTogether
. πͺπΈπ¬β€οΈ
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Meet Fidd β owner of Limpeh Barbershop, nestled among HDB blocks in Bedok North! ππββοΈ Find out what inspired its owner, Fidd to pursue barbering in
#HumansOfTheHeartland
:
A huge THANK YOUπ for your support for our SCDF paramedics and staff during this nCoV situation. Special shout-out to the kind souls who came to our fire stations yesterday to pass some Milo cartons. You're the real MVP π
#SGUnited
#SingaporeTogether
#ThisisSG
: 32 Singaporean couples embarked on a new life together after tying the knot virtually. Joined by friends and loved ones, they solemnised their marriages via video link, proving that love can truly overcome any adversity. β€οΈπ
What do 3 women - a mother who left her job, a rangoli artist & a visually impaired musician - have in common? A shared vision to make a difference & turn passion into possibilities:
#PassionMadePossible
#Singapore
#ThisisSG
: 53,000 preschoolers joined "Start Small, Dream Big" β which encourages & empowers young Singaporeans to creatively help the community. Guided by teachers, they choose causes to champion, learning that the smallest of gestures can leave a big impact.β€οΈ π§ πββοΈ
For mariners, lighthouses signify many things - they warn of danger, mark significant points en-route, and guide ships to shore. Here's hoping you find your own "lighthouse" to guide you on your passion journey.
#PassionMadePossible
#Singapore
#ThisisSG
:
@DarrenDubwise
was used to DJing to live audiences but when that wasn't an option he turned to live streaming thru SG Community Radio. He continues championing creative culture in SG & sees this as an impt way to bring people together during these difficult times.
#ThisisSG
: Hazeem started The Signpost Project to reach out to tissue sellers in the community. Thru neighbourhood walkabouts, volunteers reach out to them, buying lunch or putting them in touch with community partners. Small conversations can make a big difference! π£πβ€οΈ
#ThisisSG
:
#WokTheTalk
made every effort to live up to their mantra to let no one go hungry during
#COVID19
. Raising $500,000, they engaged hawkers & drivers to prepare & deliver 70,000 meals to vulnerable groups in SG & kept others going with the delivery of 340 grocery packs.
#ThisisSG
: Project Yay Santa managed to raise $6,000 in their recent donation drive! Every year they raise funds that go towards supporting underprivileged children across Singapore, with the most recent donations going towards purchasing laptops & accessories for those in need.
#ThisisSG
: 60 mentors were brought on by
@hopebound2
, a platform helping those whoβve lost their jobs during the COVID-19 crisis. Started by 2 sisters, they provide those assistance w resume & cover letter writing, interview tips & advice, even a counselling programme!