SBF Foundation marks 10th year with more initiatives to help society – The Business Times

December 1, 2023

SBF Foundation, the social impact arm of the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), marked its 10th anniversary on Tuesday (Nov 28) with the launch of three key projects aimed at creating positive social impact.

The third initiative to mark the anniversary was the presentation of a cheque for S$6.2 million to the Lee Kuan Yew Centennial Fund, a ground-up initiative by business leaders to invest in and support the development of Singapore youth into visionary leaders.

The sum was a combined contribution from SBF, SBF Foundation, the American Chamber of Commerce, British Chamber of Commerce, China Enterprises Association, the European Chamber of Commerce and the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce, and local businesses.

The foundation celebrated their milestone at a gala dinner that was graced by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong.

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