Time, money, volunteering energy, every little bit counts. Highlighting the importance of the social compact that defines Singapore, the charity event Walk for Hope 2025 was flagged off by Minister of State for National Development and Minister of State for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan on August 2, 2025.
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Walk for Hope 2025: Singapore minister Alvin Tan flags off charity event, says “Hope is possible with action”
Giving a big shoutout to the initiative and its main organiser Ray of Hope, the minister posted on Instagram: “Flagged off Walk for Hope early this morning at SJI! Walk for Hope is a fundraiser for Ray of Hope, a crowdfunding charity for underserved communities. Every step we take supports Ray of Hope’s vital work helping those in crisis, like seniors, single parents, children, and migrant workers.”
