Opposing the standards could also be a winning strategy in the primary race for state superintendent in south carolina, where legislators have also. Last updated may 2020 our tampines hub p1d past event ntuc fairprice fairprice has launched its 37th annual shareatextbook project, aiming to collect a record 550,000 textbooks, the highest ever target for the project so far. Where to donate preloved toys, books, clothes and home. Items from the commissioner, chief officers, division directors, bureau chiefs, and others are posted here as they are sent.
Acknowledgments upon request, for major and significant donations the library would be pleased to add the donors name to the bookplates. Where would be a good place to sell 2nd hand books in singapore. Over 400,000 books available for collection through the ntuc fairprice shareatextbook project this year. Every year, ntuc offers bondfree sponsorships and scholarships from reputable schools and institutions like the singapore institute of management sim and management development institute of singapore mdis just for members.
Ntuc fairprices annual shareatextbook project was launched on thursday, to collect used primary and secondary school textbooks which are in good condition. Ntuc learninghub is lead by a highly experienced and qualified management team to ensure that singapores workforce stay relevant in todays economy. From now till 30 november 2008, the public can make their donations at all ntuc fairprice supermarkets and hypermarkets across the island. Gifting becomes so much more special if has some personal touch to it. Ntuc fairprice appeals to public to donate textbooks to. Donate books to spread happiness with festival round the corner, buying gift for others is fun. Committed to lending a helping hand to the underprivileged, there are programmes to reach out to.
The wisconsin talking book and braille library wtbbl will resume services in a limited capacity on monday, may 11 th, 2020. The salvation army is great for hunting vintage knick knacks and furniture. Sportsg ntuc fairprice and fairprice foundation makes its. Jeremy ong, chief technology officer and head of customer operations, has left the company news posted on october 9 2019. Sportsg ntuc fairprice and fairprice foundation makes. Hospital milestones kk womens and childrens hospital. Being part of the ntuc social enterprise, fairprice aims to make lives better for you, your family and our community. Yes, there are still segregated proms in the 21st century. Kkh was among 14 organisations recognised with the best companies for mums award on 4 july 2014. Details of distribution of the books will be announced in early december. Library advocates book sales buy a book volunteer donate literacy services strategic plan 2014 contact us. Primary elections were held on june 24, 2014, and primary runoffs were held on august 26, 2014.
A reopening plan to resume delivering materials by mail. Volunteers will also accept donations of used uniforms and paperback novels used in jesuits. November 6, 2014 fairprice shareatextbook 2014 is officially launched. Send the completed donation form and the cheque to us by mail or hand it to our customer service officers at any income branch. Oct 09, 2019 recent executive movements at ntuc income. Books will be mailed out as early as tuesday, may 12 th. Come 2015, it will be singapores turn to host the biennial games and. Members of the public donate their pre loved textbooks for the project at. He is a politician from singapores main governing political party, the peoples action party and is also currently serving in the national trades union congress ntuc as the assistant. Fund various charities by donating your gentlyused assorted goods. Established in 2005, young ntuc is the youth wing of singapores national trades union congress.
Welcome to skillsupgrade portal national trades union congress. List of ntuc free textbook sale events, promotions, price list and other happenings in singapore. Passiton is a nonprofit project started by central singapore cdc and managed by the helping hand. No fairprice card will be issued to union members and ntuc general branch members as their ntuc card can be used at fairprice supermarkets. The following is a curated list of recommended books selected by casel staff. Our social enterprise arm, red shield industries, processes the donated items and retails those that are in good condition at our family stores located across singapore. Nicholas lee ntuc 31 october 2016 you would have seen or experienced for yourself by now the slowing. Team young ntuc brings together youths of similar interests and causes. Select hot links and go to the boys brigade donation. The superintendent s digest is a collection of recent communications from the state department of education to leaders in local school districts. The wilcox county school district has issued a statement saying that the high school will explore holding a schoolsponsored integrated prom in 2014. From environmental issues, animal welfare, volunteering to performing arts, we help our members make a difference to themselves and the society. Nov 14, 20 ntuc fairprices annual shareatextbook project was launched on thursday, to collect used primary and secondary school textbooks which are in good condition. Food drives are a great way to make a difference, but there are ways to make sure what you donate gets utilized.
With just over a week left to its dec 8 deadline, ntuc fairprice is still short of 285,000 textbooks for its longstanding shareatextbook project, which helps students from lowincome families. Ntuc works closely with goverment and employers to help workers attain better wages, welfare and work prospects. Ntuc income insurance cooperative limited income is a insurance cooperative in singapore. He was first elected into the ntuc central committee in 2011 for a fouryear term, and was reelected again in 2019 at the national delegate conference. Ntuc fairprice foundation is a registered charity set up by ntuc fairprice. It provides life, health and general insurance products. You can donate your textbooks at 152 fairprice supermarkets, fairprice finest, fairprice xtra, fairprice xpress outlets at esso service stations and warehouse club from today till 6 december 2015.
In line with additional covid19 measures announced on 3 april, we will be adjusting our training delivery to. The politics of common core a guide to common core us news. Corporate philanthropy is very much a part of ntuc fairprices dna. As the country is dealing with the current covid19 virus as best it can, as a charity that supports 44,600 beneficiaries, we are already feeling the repercussions with the drop in cashfood donations that is needed to ensure the operations is running smoothly to deliver 6500 food packs on. Above is an excerpt from my enquiry with a ntuc salesperson. All of oklahomas executive officers were up for election as well as the states five seats in the united states house of representatives and both of the states united states senate seats.
Ntuc fairprice shareatextbook project launches with a higher target of 400,000 books members of public encouraged to donate textbooks at 147 donation points across all fairprice stores, fairprice finest, fairprice xtra hypermarkets and fairprice xpress outlets singapore, 6 november 2014 ntuc fairprice launched its 32 nd shareatextbook project today, and appeals to. Our customer service officers would be pleased to help you. Nov 29, 20 with just over a week left to its dec 8 deadline, ntuc fairprice is still short of 285,000 textbooks for its longstanding shareatextbook project, which helps students from lowincome families. A list of all their centres and thrift stores are up on.
For larger volumes and significant donation of materials, the library could arrange to pick the items from the donors address. General branch members do not have such representation rights. Get to know them through their work on their facebook page passiton. It seeks to act as a web platform for the distribution of unwanted, yet useful items like medical aids and furniture. There are also sections on lifestyle, career, family, and community. Since its commencement in 1983, the project has seen 4. Where can one sell or donate used books in singapore. Global ehsan relief singapore office, 93 joo chiat road. Apr 21, 2015 we believe there should be a proper channel to punish untrue tv advertisements to mislead consumers with the thought they are actually safe to buy ntuc income policies without needing to read any fine print terms and conditions. List of share a book ntuc sale events, promotions, price list and other happenings in singapore. Aimed at attracting younger workers into unions, young ntuc is part of the organisations efforts to project a more vibrant, modern and youthful image and, at the same time, remain relevant and representative of the workforce. Organized each year by parent volunteers, the used book sale affords an. Both book aid international and books for asia work with a highly targeted book. The union represents ordinary members in wage negotiations and workplace issues.
Wtbbl reference services will be available beginning monday, may 18 th, and calls will be answered between the hours of 1. Ntuc fairprice seeks used textbooks for needy the online. Library does not accept book donations, there are several alternate ways to dispose of your unwanted books. Jan 21, 20 where to donate children cloths and assessment books. To donate, apart from the places listed here give away your unwanted stuff, 1. Donate your preloved textbooks at any fairprice store from now till 30 november 2019 updated 1 nov 2019. Distribution of books to take place over two days across five distribution points priority collection on 10 december 2016, and general public collection on 11 december 2016. It currently has seven branches and five lite branches across singapore. The singapore national trades union congress ntuc, comprising affiliated unions and associations, professional guilds, smes, freelancers and selfemployed as well as social enterprises, is at the heart of the singapore labour movement. You can donate money or leave a message of support on the integrated prom facebook page. Mr andy lim tze khong is a member of the ntuc central committee, the planning, policy and executive organ of ntuc that makes the decisions and takes action to further ntucs objectives. Dec 02, 2015 donate your old textbook collections with ntuc fairprices share a text book programme. It connects the public who can donate the items to voluntary welfare organizations vwos, which in turn, can request.
Ntuc fairprice shareatextbook donation programme 2 6 dec 2015. Jan 29, 2018 with regards to selling your books, you may want to refer to this link. Ang mo kio hub, hougang one, jurong point, nex, kallang wave mall, jem. National trades union congress, which has become much more than a simple union, provides information about their aims, cooperatives, and membership. For enquiries on the project, the public can call the used textbooks project hotline at 6424 7505 or email email protected. We believe there should be a proper channel to punish untrue tv advertisements to mislead consumers with the thought they are actually safe to buy ntuc income policies without needing to read any fine print terms and conditions 3 inaccuratemisleading information from ntuc salesperson. Singapore, 9 november 2016 ntuc fairprice fairprice today launched its annual shareatextbook project, now into its 34th year, where the public is invited to donate their used textbooks and for the first time ever, to participate in this nationwide community initiative. Mr andy lim tze khong is a member of the ntuc central committee, the planning, policy and executive organ of ntuc that makes the decisions and takes action to further ntuc s objectives. Sep 16, 2017 donate books to spread happiness with festival round the corner, buying gift for others is fun. One of the best volunteer opportunities in singapore. Show your support by donating your textbooks at any fairprice stores including finest supermarkets, xtra hypermarkets and fairprice xpress stores at esso service stations. Ntuc fairprice fairprice has just launched its 35th annual shareatextbook project, along with a newly developed digital platform, making it easier for people to donate their preloved textbooks. Volunteer the vision of the singapore chapter is to share the work of room to read with singapore residents and businesses.
Ntuc fairprice launches its annual donation drive for used. National recycling programme supported by national environment agency altvater jakob pte ltd no 17 tuas ave 12 singapore 639037 tel. Ntuc fairprice rebates, ntuc link card, chalets, access to golf privileges and ntuc club facilities. Youths come together as affinity groups to lead initiatives which they are passionate about. You can also support us by donating preloved items or new items to any one of our donation in kind booths listed below. We support room to reads belief that education is key to breaking the cycle of poverty and will focus our goals to help provide access to education to millions. Their office is open for donations every day except ph. Where to donate children colths and assessment books. In line with additional covid19 measures announced on 3 april, we will be adjusting our training delivery to support the national circuit breaker effort.
With regards to selling your books, you may want to refer to this link. My fathers one and only gifting option used to be books. These resources cover a range of topics to better understand sel. Create an alert to follow the executive moves at ntuc income.
Parents looking for an easier way to donate and get used school books in singapore, theres some great news. Crosscause is an irish charity who work to help abandoned children in romania and west africa. Jointly organised by the ntuc womens development secretariat and the tripartite alliance for fair and progressive employment practices, the award recognises companies that help their employees achieve better worklife harmony. Jeremy ong, chief technology officer and head of customer operations, has left the company news posted on october 9 2019 create an alert to follow the executive moves at ntuc income. Where to donate children cloths and assessment books.
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