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SINGAPORE, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PFPFA Singapore Pte Ltd ("PFPFA Singapore") hosted its annual Charity Night on 11 October 2025 at the Pan Pacific Singapore, announcing a $100,000 corporate donation to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF). In addition, a further $64,000 was raised during the event, reinforcing PFPFA's ongoing commitment to supporting children from low-income families through STSPMF's programmes and outreach efforts.
Since its first Charity Night in 2007, PFPFA and its community of staff, wealth associates, associates, partners, and clients have collectively raised over $800,000 in support of various charitable causes, including those focused on education and children with special needs. For 2024 and 2025, contributions have been directed to STSPMF to support children from low-income families with their school expenses.
"We are extremely grateful to everyone at PFPFA for their support. It is heartening to know that our vision — that every child can look forward to a promising future — is shared, and that together, we can make it a reality," said the spokesperson for STSPMF.
This year's Charity Night featured an evening filled with performances, inspiring stories, and discussions. The event brought together PFPFA staff, wealth associates and partners not just to give, but also to celebrate the impact of their contributions.
"PFPFA's Charity Night has become one of our most meaningful milestones of the year," said Jeffrey Chow, CEO of PFPFA Singapore. "It reflects our belief that financial well-being goes hand-in-hand with social responsibility. We remain committed to building on this momentum through continued community outreach, enabling more individuals and families to experience the positive impact of these initiatives."
In addition to Charity Night, PFPFA also organises regular initiatives throughout the year, such as the Bags of Joy 2024 campaign, which was held during the Christmas season. Three hundred goodie bags, valued at $100 each and filled with daily necessities, were distributed to STSPMF recipients. Each year, PFPFA introduces different initiatives that reinforce its ongoing commitment to supporting children and families in need through consistent and meaningful efforts.
About PFPFA Pte Ltd
Established in 2020 and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in January 2021, PFPFA Pte. Ltd. has swiftly emerged as a leading financial advisory firm in Singapore. Offering a comprehensive suite of services—including investment advisory, insurance solutions, and estate and business succession planning—PFPFA is dedicated to delivering tailored financial strategies that meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and businesses.
At PFPFA, we believe in fostering lasting relationships built on trust, expertise, and a deep understanding of our clients' evolving financial goals. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we empower our clients to navigate their financial futures with confidence.
For more information, visit pfp-fa.com.
For more information about SingWealth Holdings Pte Ltd, the parent company of PFPFA Pte. Ltd., visit https://singwealthholdings.com.
About The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF)
The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF) was started in 2000 as a community project initiated by The Straits Times that provides pocket money to children from low-income families to help them through school.
Since the project inception in 2000, STSPMF has helped more than 220,000 cases of children and youths in need and disbursed more than $100m. They come from families whose per capita gross monthly household income is not more than $750. Funds raised go towards school pocket money disbursements and support of the social and educational development of the children and youths.
A primary school pupil receives $65 a month, while a secondary school pupil receives $100 a month. Students from ITE, Junior Colleges and Polytechnics receive $125 a month.
STSPMF was established as a Trust on 20 October 2010 and received charity status on 14 November 2011 with Institution of A Public Character (IPC) status effective from 1 January 2012. It is governed by a Board of Trustees. It was awarded the Charity Transparency Award 2022 for the fund's good transparency and governance standards. For more information, please visit www.spmf.org.sg
SINGAPORE, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PFPFA Singapore Pte Ltd ("PFPFA Singapore") hosted its annual Charity Night on 11 October 2025 at the Pan Pacific Singapore, announcing a $100,000 corporate donation to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF). In addition, a further $64,000 was raised during the event, reinforcing PFPFA's ongoing commitment to supporting children from low-income families through STSPMF's programmes and outreach efforts.
Since its first Charity Night in 2007, PFPFA and its community of staff, wealth associates, associates, partners, and clients have collectively raised over $800,000 in support of various charitable causes, including those focused on education and children with special needs. For 2024 and 2025, contributions have been directed to STSPMF to support children from low-income families with their school expenses.
"We are extremely grateful to everyone at PFPFA for their support. It is heartening to know that our vision — that every child can look forward to a promising future — is shared, and that together, we can make it a reality," said the spokesperson for STSPMF.
This year's Charity Night featured an evening filled with performances, inspiring stories, and discussions. The event brought together PFPFA staff, wealth associates and partners not just to give, but also to celebrate the impact of their contributions.
"PFPFA's Charity Night has become one of our most meaningful milestones of the year," said Jeffrey Chow, CEO of PFPFA Singapore. "It reflects our belief that financial well-being goes hand-in-hand with social responsibility. We remain committed to building on this momentum through continued community outreach, enabling more individuals and families to experience the positive impact of these initiatives."
In addition to Charity Night, PFPFA also organises regular initiatives throughout the year, such as the Bags of Joy 2024 campaign, which was held during the Christmas season. Three hundred goodie bags, valued at $100 each and filled with daily necessities, were distributed to STSPMF recipients. Each year, PFPFA introduces different initiatives that reinforce its ongoing commitment to supporting children and families in need through consistent and meaningful efforts.
About PFPFA Pte Ltd
Established in 2020 and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in January 2021, PFPFA Pte. Ltd. has swiftly emerged as a leading financial advisory firm in Singapore. Offering a comprehensive suite of services—including investment advisory, insurance solutions, and estate and business succession planning—PFPFA is dedicated to delivering tailored financial strategies that meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and businesses.
At PFPFA, we believe in fostering lasting relationships built on trust, expertise, and a deep understanding of our clients' evolving financial goals. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we empower our clients to navigate their financial futures with confidence.
For more information, visit pfp-fa.com.
For more information about SingWealth Holdings Pte Ltd, the parent company of PFPFA Pte. Ltd., visit https://singwealthholdings.com.
About The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF)
The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund (STSPMF) was started in 2000 as a community project initiated by The Straits Times that provides pocket money to children from low-income families to help them through school.
Since the project inception in 2000, STSPMF has helped more than 220,000 cases of children and youths in need and disbursed more than $100m. They come from families whose per capita gross monthly household income is not more than $750. Funds raised go towards school pocket money disbursements and support of the social and educational development of the children and youths.
A primary school pupil receives $65 a month, while a secondary school pupil receives $100 a month. Students from ITE, Junior Colleges and Polytechnics receive $125 a month.
STSPMF was established as a Trust on 20 October 2010 and received charity status on 14 November 2011 with Institution of A Public Character (IPC) status effective from 1 January 2012. It is governed by a Board of Trustees. It was awarded the Charity Transparency Award 2022 for the fund's good transparency and governance standards. For more information, please visit www.spmf.org.sg
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PFPFA Donates $100,000 to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund, Raising an Additional $64,000 at Charity Night 2025
BEIJING, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- What is it about Beijing that attracts Gen Z content creators from Global South nations to journey across continents? From November 10 to 14, 2025, the "Beijing in Eyes of Global South Gen Z" International Communication Event, organized by CRI Online, took place in Beijing. Twenty influencers and creators from countries such as Brazil, Laos, Mexico, and Vietnam arrived in the city to discover the answer for themselves.
At the Leyard Technology Experience Center, AI motion-capture technology left a creator from Guatemala in awe, stating, "The speed of tech development in China is remarkable." In Haidian District's AI Innovation Zone, applications of "AI + daily life" were widespread. A content creator from Vietnam noted excitedly, "What we used to see only in sci-fi films is now real life."
Inside the Zhongguancun (Yizhuang) International Robotics Industry Park, exhibits included bionic robots, robotic fish, and automated coffee makers. A Vietnamese influencer described the experience as "completely absorbing," adding that it "opened up new possibilities for the future of robotics."
Following a test ride at the Xiaomi Auto Factory, a Brazilian influencer summed up the experience with "Amazing," and commended Xiaomi's vehicles for offering "great value and quality."
After visiting the traditional architecture and watching a performance of the Peking opera "Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles" at the Huguang Guild Hall, a Brazilian creator described Chinese culture as "truly mesmerizing."
At the Beijing Theatrical Costume Factory, participants learned basic Peking opera embroidery stitches and tried on lightweight costumes and headdresses. An influencer from Laos remarked, "Incredible! The outfits are refined and the embroidery is intricate—this is the essence of Eastern beauty."
A Gen Z creator from Malaysia, after a visit to the Drum Tower, shared that the use of technology had translated profound history into an interactive format that speaks to young people, making her more interested in learning about the past.
A Mexican influencer, touring the Nanchizi Museum, described it as "a total work of art in itself."
At the Hongqiao Market, known as "Beijing's First Pearl Dealer," an influencer from Bangladesh concluded that "there is significant potential for collaboration between our countries in the jewelry field."
Inside Pop Land, many creators picked up their favorite collectible toys and shared live updates with followers at home and abroad. One Vietnamese participant observed that the worldwide appeal of Chinese designer toys stems from their "continuous creativity and new ideas."
At Shougang Park, the group experienced the No.1 Blast Furnace • SoReal Science Fiction Paradise and toured the No.3 Blast Furnace and the Big Air jump platform. A creator from Thailand called the park "an outstanding example of urban regeneration for cities around the world."
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What Draws Global Youth to Beijing? A Transcontinental Journey of Discovery by Gen Z Content Creators
