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  # This ratio reflects the total fund-raising expenses to the total gross receipts from fund-raising and sponsorships of the charity for the latest financial year. All charities are expected to keep this ratio below 30%.
  ^ Based on the Financial statements, Annual Report and Governance Evaluation Checklist submission for the charity’s latest financial year. Please refer to the individual tabs for more information on the annual submissions filed by the charity.
  + The information displayed under the “Other Information” field is maintained by the charity directly. Accordingly, the Government does not guarantee the accuracy, correctness, adequacy, fullness or reliability of the information in this field. The publication of information in this field and on this page does not constitute an approval or endorsement by the Government. The Government shall not be liable in any way whatsoever for any claims, expenses, costs, liabilities, damages or losses resulting or arising (directly or indirectly) from your use of or your reliance on the information provided on this page.

Organisation Information

UEN

S94SS0022J

Contact Person:

Registration Date:

15/8/1996

Charity Setup:

Society

Office No.:

Status of Charity:

Registered

Fax No.:

IPC Status:

Not Applicable

Email Address:

IPC Period:

Not Applicable

Address:

- -, 561 Yishun Ring Road #01-01-05 (Unit 2),

Sector Administrator:

Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth

Website:

Not Applicable Not Available

Last Profile Update:

04/10/2024

Objectives

OBJECTIVES:
1. To promote and impart the religious teaching and beliefs of Yew Ong Yah and the other deities worshipped in the Kew Ong Yah Temple;

2. To foster good relationship among believers and encourage cultivation of good moral values.

Vision and Mission

MISSION
• Kew Ong Yah temple serve as places of worship where devotees pray, perform rituals, and make offerings to Kew Ong Yah (Nine Emperor Gods) and other deities. The primary goal is to promote spiritual well-being, peace, and harmony through practices that align with Kew Ong Yah beliefs, such as praying for health, prosperity, and guidance from deities.

• We also function as cultural centers, hosting Taoist festivals, rites of passage, and community events. We organize celebrations for festivals such as the Lunar New Year, Deities Annual Prayers and Celebrations and the Hungry Ghost Festival, fostering a sense of community and cultural identity

• We often engage in charitable work and provide services to the local community. This includes providing free food items and daily necessity items the poor and low income families, or offering educational support to research on Taoism, in line with Taoist principles of compassion and service to others.

VISION
• To be a welcoming and inclusive space where individuals can connect with Kew Ong Yah religious practice and seek spiritual fulfillment through prayer, meditation, and the cultivation of virtues such as harmony, simplicity, and compassion.

• To promote and preserve Kew Ong Yah religious practices, and cultural heritage for future generations, ensuring that the teachings of Kew Ong Yah beliefs and practices continue to be relevant and accessible in modern life.

• To inspire individuals to live in balance with nature and the universe, encouraging the practice of harmony in all aspects of life—personal, social, and environmental.

• To serve as a hub for social welfare, charitable initiatives, and community engagement, reflecting the Kew Ong Yah values of compassion and service. The temple may seek to uplift the local community by providing aid to those in need and promoting unity through shared cultural practices.
• To act as a bridge between different cultures and religious communities in Singapore, promoting mutual respect, dialogue, and understanding, while maintaining the unique identity of Taoism in Singapore’s multicultural society.

• To provide guidance and support for individuals facing life’s challenges by offering divination, wisdom, and counsel through Taoist practices and spiritual leaders.

Organisation Activities

Particulars of Patrons

S/N	Salutation	Full Name
No record found

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Governing Board Members/ Trustees

S/N	Full Name	Designation
1	Toh Gap Seng	Honorary Secretary
2	Poh Chye Hock	Ordinary Member
3	Lim Teck Huat	Ordinary Member
4	Toh Khai Cheng	President
5	Lau Hock	Public Relation Officer
6	Tan Won Yong	Assistant PR Officer
7	Tan Khon Hock	Correspondence
8	Yeo Lai Huat	Vice President
9	Chan Yew Sun	Assistant Treasurer
10	Lim Loong Kee	Ordinary Member

Key Officers

S/N	Full Name	Designation
No record found

Financial Information

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S/N	FY Period	Income (S$)	Spending (S$)	Mandatory to submit OFS	FS Submission Status

Financial Summary of past three (3) financial periods

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S/N	FY Period	Status

Governance Evaluation Checklist (GEC)

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S/N	Evaluation Period	Mandatory to submit GEC	Status

Governance Evaluation Checklist (GEC) for the period

S/N	Code Description	Code ID	Compliance	Explanation

Kew Ong Yah Temple