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Children's Aid Society

Children's Aid Society (CAS) is one of Singapore's oldest charities, established in 1902, dedicated to supporting vulnerable children, youths, and families. The society provides care, protection, and holistic development opportunities for children and youths who have experienced trauma, neglect, or difficult family circumstances.

SINCE 1902

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Charity Overview

Costs

$5,206,771
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$2,796,155
Salary
$493,060
Depreciation
$547,900
Residents
$192,674
Food
$1,176,982
Others

Melrose Home

332

Clients served

+2%
56

Melrose Home residents

+8%
61%

Reduced trauma symptoms among residents

79%

Improved or sustained grades among residents

Support

159

Families supported

+206%
2,149

Therapy sessions

1,179

Tutoring sessions

Key Highlights

2023

  • Celebrated 120 years of service with fundraising events, including “Golf for Good,” raising $104,000, and “Dine for Good,” raising $465,169.
  • Launched initiatives such as trauma-sensitive yoga, financial literacy workshops, and parent-child art therapy.
  • Partnered with Morgan Stanley for a two-year commitment to support trauma-informed therapy programs.
  • Raised over $10 million towards the development of Melrose Village, a purpose-built facility aimed at providing comprehensive support for children, youths, and families.
  • Recorded 332 clients served and 2149 therapy sessions conducted through Melrose Care.

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