An Exchange with the Shenzhen Charity Federation

Li Foundation and Excellence Group Foundation visited the Shenzhen Charity Federation (SCF) in Shenzhen on 24^th February for a enriching exchange. Participants included Mdm Xiao Xingping, Executive Chairman of Excellence Group Foundation, Candy Goh, Director of Li Foundation, Ye Zhenghang, Vice Chairman of Shenzhen Charity Federation, Guo Yunxia, Secretary and SCF team.

Sharing insights of our organizations’ missions, development histories, and key focus areas in public welfare, we also explored opportunities to enhance collaboration, exchange, and interaction between public welfare organizations and institutions in Shenzhen and Singapore.

VP Ye highlighted that Shenzhen’s charity sector needs a “breakthrough thinking” approach, and it is necessary to inject new momentum into the international and professional development of charity work. Future exploration by fostering closer communication, interaction, and collaboration, offering fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to advance philanthropy in the region can contribute to the growth and development of Shenzhen’s charitable sector. LIF extended an invitation to SCF team and their philanthropic partners to visit Singapore, building a bridge for cultural and charitable exchange between Shenzhen and Singapore.

Shenzhen Charity Federation was established in 2004 with a strong support from the municipal government. It is a nonprofit organization focused on public welfare, with key areas of emphasis including education, health, poverty alleviation, and environmental protection. Through effective resource allocation and transparent operations, the federation ensures that funds raised are directed towards those in need. To date, the federation has raised 6.174 billion RMB, set up 363 dedicated funds, and mobilized 7 billion RMB in social poverty alleviation funds.