Our Story
The SIM People Development Fund (SIMPDF) was set up to support Singaporeans from all walks of life in upskilling through access to learning pathways and experiences. Since March 2021, we are a registered charity with Institution of Public Character (IPC) status. Our donors are given tax deductions for their donations to SIMPDF. We are governed by a diverse and independent board of directors.
Our focus is to serve four groups of people who fall through the cracks – the Displaced, Dependent, Disconnected, and Disabled. We do so by collaborating with partners who work closely with each of the four groups of beneficiary mentioned.
Purpose Driven Initiatives
SIMPDF addresses gaps in existing initiatives and offer help to those that do not meet the eligibility creteria. This is done through piloting innovative initiatives to equip individuals with skills to future-proof their careers.
Individual Grants
Facilitate education and skills development to enhance employability
and social mobility of learners
Enterprise Grants
Aid organisation transformation through innovative workforce
strategies
Research Grants
Build and make accessible new research knowledge in selected fields for individuals and organisations
Cheryl Tan
I hope to share my e-commerce experience and knowledge with the business owners to help them reach a wider audience outside of Boon Lay. At the same time, I can gain real-world knowledge about managing a business from the business owners, something that cannot be taught within the classroom.
Gordon Neo
As a digital native, and someone familiar with e-commerce and data analytics, I can value add to the shop owners and hopefully boost their sales. I think it’s a great chance for me to contribute back to the community of heartland businesses that I grew up with.
Aisha Mohamed Sanif
, PetiSejuk, Boon Lay Shopping Centre
Being a small business, our revenue is not very high. Also, with the COVID-19 pandemic, our customers’ needs have changed, with many preferring to shop online. I am open to learning from these youths to help my business do better through e-commerce. I also hope to share with the youths my experience in running a business.
Poon King Wang
, Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities, SUTD
Our partnership with SIMPDF is determined to help Singaporeans design a better and more resilient future of work. We will do this task-by-task, because we now can combine cutting edge technologies with research insights to make the most of everyone's talents.
Our Mission
Enabling Singaporeans to participate in the ever-changing marketplace by realising the potential of their life skills through access to learning pathways.
Our Vision
Successful bridging of opportunities for Singaporeans to fully participate in the economy.
Keeping it SIMPLE –
Singaporeans in the Marketplace, Pathways, and Learning Experiences
Our Differentiating Factors
We are a charity with a start-up mandate and mindset in that we are comfortable with uncertainties, and we believe in collaborating with partners on the ground across our four target groups of the Displaced, Dependent, Disconnected and Disabled .
Our primary focus is empowering individuals with valuable skills to thrive in life, employment and challenges. Adopting a targeted approach and informed by research, we aim serve to fill the gaps that are not addressed in the current landscape.