TABUNG AMAL AIDILFITRI TRUST FUND

TABUNG AMAL
AIDILFITRI
TRUST FUND
TAA LOGO RATIONALE
A rice stalk with 19 grains signifies the formation of TAA Trust
Fund by its 19 institutional founding members.
The rice stalk is shaped like a crescent, which symbolises the
Islamic faith and values of charity especially observed during the
month of Ramadan preceding Aidilfitri.
Rice also symbolises livelihood and bountiful charity for the
needy, and is a metaphor for communal growth and harvesting.
The combination of mature earthly colours supported with solemn
typography reflects compassion, trust and prudence.
TAA TRUST FUND
(TABUNG AMAL AIDILFITRI)
Unique Entity No. Registered Date T06CC1974E
30 June 2006
IPC No. IPC Registered Date IPC Status 000602
1 August 2007
1 October 2009 to 30 September 2012
Registered Office 845 Geylang Road
#04-10 Tanjong Katong Complex
Singapore 400845
Main Line Fax Line 6748 8177
6842 7014
Email Address [email protected]
Website www.taa.org.sg
Contents
Founding Member Organisations 2
Chairman’s Statement 3
Chairman’s Review 4
Board of Trustees 5
Executive Committee 6
Corporate Profile 7
Event Highlights 8
Key Statistics 12
Governance Statements 14
Financial Statements 16
Donors & Supporters
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Founding Member Organisations
• Association of Muslim ProfessionalsAMP
• Central Council of Malay Cultural Organisations Singapore Majlis Pusat
• Federation of Indian MuslimsFIM
• Islamic Fellowship AssociationIFA
• Islamic Theological Association of Singapore Pertapis
• Malay Youth Literary Association
4PM
• Muhammadiyah Association of Singapore
Muhammadiyah
• Muslim Missionary Society SingaporeJamiyah
• PMBM Scholarship Fund Board
LBKM
• Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Singapore Malay Teachers’ Union
DPPMS
KGMS
• Singapore Malay Teachers’ Co-operative LtdSGM
• The Muslim Converts’ Association of SingaporeDarul Arqam
• The Muslimin Trust Fund AssociationMTFA
• United Indian Muslim AssociationUIMA
• Yayasan MendakiYM
• Young Women Muslim Association
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PPIS
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CHAIRMAN’S STATEMENT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Now in its 19th year of existence, TAA is already an established household
name. Over almost two decades, untiring energy and efforts have been put
in by TAA Executive Committee and TAA volunteers to do more and better
in its noble cause to help the poor and needy as well as the disadvantaged
members of Singapore’s society.
Whereas previously TAA was operating in an ad hoc manner, since 2006 it
has been registered as a legal entity and was granted an IPC (Institution of
Public Character) status in 2007. This has put it on a firmer footing and further
enhanced TAA’s standing as a charitable organization and has enabled it to
enjoy greater trust, support and confidence from the community at large.
Zulkifi Mohammed
Chairman
TAA Board of Trustees
Mindful that TAA monies are public donations, it is critical to ensure
transparency whilst at the same time it is essential to strive for high governance
standards. This is the way it should be for any charity if it wants to sustain
and perpetuate public trust and confidence in whatever programmes and
activities that it has lined up.
That TAA has been around for 19 years now is testimony of its good track
record in managing its affairs. I commend the Executive Committee for living
up to public expectations and all involved for a job well done.
May the years ahead be more fruitful and rewarding as TAA stepped up on the
accelerator to raise more funds in order to benefit a wider cross-section of the
less fortunate in Singapore.
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CHAIRMAN’S REVIEW
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The brand name of TAA, carefully built and cultivated over the years, is often
associated with Ramadan and Aidilfitri. Over the last 19 years, TAA has
effectively carried out its fund raising activities within the community during
the fasting month as a way to ensure those who are less fortunate are able to
celebrate Aidilfitri like everyone else.
Each year, people have come to expect daily radio telepoll appeals on the
Malay MediaCorp radio station, WARNA 94.2FM, with a special 2-hour
talk-show on Friday nights during the month of Ramadan in aid of TAA. The
support for the radio telepoll show has grown over the years; this year, a total
of $296,800 was raised through the telepoll campaign.
Mohd Anuar Yusop
Chairman
Executive Committee
Every Ramadan, the Geylang Serai area sees the mushrooming of TAA
donation boxes at key buildings such as Joo Chiat Complex, Tanjong Katong
Complex, Malay Village and the Geylang Serai Market. These boxes often see
a lot of foot traffic from generous shoppers in the area who stop by to donate
a portion of their shopping money to help the needy. The merchants in these
areas also play an instrumental role in ensuring the security of these boxes
by keeping an eye of them and securing them when they close their shops
for the day.
The efforts and contribution by the community have undoubtedly led to the
success of TAA this year in raising a total of $716,869 in Ramadan alone.
These monies were distributed to a total of 3,634 beneficiaries, bringing a
little cheer to their Aidilfitri.
Although the disbursement of funds is concentrated in Ramadan, TAA’s fund
raising activities are held all-year long, one of which is our annual Sinaran
Hati Charity Concert organised in collaboration with MediaCorp TV’s Suria
channel. The concert, which features celebrities in Singapore and the region,
as well as corporate bodies, coming together for charity, has enjoyed a steady
increase in viewership over the years.
The successes enjoyed by TAA thus far had not come swimmingly; they were
a result of determination and hard work by everyone involved, driven by
the spirit of giving, generosity and compassion. I hope the support TAA has
received over the years will continue to grow as we forge on with our effort
to help the needy in the community.
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ADVISORS & BOARD OF TRUSTEES
(as at 31st March 2011)
Dr Ahmad Mohd Magad
Mr Zulkifli Mohammed
Mr Ahmad Nizam Abbas
Mr Izzuddin Taherally
Mr Ameerali Abdeali
Mr Abdul Hamid Abdullah
Mr Hamsani Raoh
(Honorary Advisor)
(Honorary Legal Advisor)
(Chairman)
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
(as at 31st March 2011)
Mr Mohd Anuar Yusop
(Chairman)
Mr Zainal Abidin Nordin
(Secretary)
Hj Nasir Aman
(Treasurer)
Mr Sarjono Salleh Khan
(Chairman, Disbursement
Committee)
Mr Muhd Harmizan
Abdul Hamid
Ms Fatimah Azimullah
Ms Rahayu Mahzam
Mr Farihullah
Mr Jufferie Rashid
Mr Shaik Md Iqbal
Shaik Hussain
Mr Muhd Zaki Ma’arof
Mr Syed Abu Bakar
Aljunied
(Internal Auditor)
Other Members :
Mr Hirman Mohd Khamis
Mr Nizar Kader
Mr Mohd Saharin Mohd Nordin
Mr Mohd Salleh
Abu Taib
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Mr Ismail Roziz
Staff:
Mr Mohd Yahya Zakaria
(Manager)
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CORPORATE PROFILE
INTRODUCTION
TAA Trust Fund (originally known as Tabung Amal Aidilfitri) was
formed in 1992 as a charitable body with a mission to help the
poor, needy, less fortunate and chronically ill. For 14 years,
TAA Trust Fund (“TAA”) existed as a loose coalition of several
organisations. On 30 June 2006, it was registered as a Charity
Trust under the Charities Act (Chapter 37). It is now recognised as
a legal institution upon its Trust Deed. TAA was accorded the status
of an Institution of Public Character (IPC) on 1 August 2007.
The core activity of TAA is to raise funds from the general public and
to re-distribute these funds as financial assistance to the needy and
less privileged in the community, primarily during the fasting month of
Ramadan and the Hari Raya Aidilfitri season.
VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT
OUR VISION
To provide financial assistance to disadvantaged families so as to enable them to celebrate Hari Raya
(Aidilfitri) with dignity.
OUR MISSION
To foster the spirit of giving (sharing and caring) in our multi-racial community, especially during the month
of Ramadan, through various fund raising activities and programmes for the benefit of the disadvantaged.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
TAA’s Board of Trustees consists of five members responsible for overall policy making and governance matters. The
Board delegates the day-to-day administration of TAA to the Executive Committee.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The Executive Committee comprises representatives from each of the 18 founding member organisations. It reports
to the Board of Trustees. Each nominated member of the Executive Committee serves a two-year term and receives
no remuneration for serving on the Committee.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
INTRODUCTION
TAA achieved a meaningful year in serving the community this financial year
2010/2011. Various fund raising activities, as well as the Ramadan campaign
were successfully organised.
Taking one step forward in serving the community, TAA provided financial aid for
one term to Wahah’s Care, a programme managed by Just Parenting Association. In
addition, TAA also extended its financial support to the Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah
Needy Fund.
We are glad to acknowledge that TAA remains highly regarded and is being recognised as an important pillar in
the local Muslim community through its constant and persistent efforts in raising funds for the poor, needy and
chronically ill.
BENEFICIARIES AND DISBURSEMENT
More than 3,103 beneficiaries received $200 each, and more than $620,600 was disbursed within a two-day period.
The disbursement exercises were held on 28 and 29 August 2010 at OnePeople.sg and Malay Village respectively.
The former was graced by Dr Mohd Maliki Osman, Parliamentary Secretary for National Development, while the
latter event was officiated by Mr Matthias Yao, Mayor of Southeast CDC.
TAA also distributed funds to Muslim kidney patients
through the Muslim Kidney Action Committee (MKAC).
332 kidney patients received $200 each. A total of
$66,400 was disbursed.
Aljunied GRC also took part in assisting TAA in the
distribution of financial aid to the needy residents of
Eunos and Bedok Reservoir-Punggol Division. Mr
George Yeo, Minister for Foreign Affairs, was the Guest
of Honour at Bedok Reservoir-Punggol GRC while Mr
Zainul Abidin Rasheed, Senior Minister of State for
Foreign Affairs, was the Guest of Honour at Eunos CC.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
ASIAN HALAL FOOD EXPO
For the second consecutive year, TAA was invited to be the beneficiary of the Asian Halal Food Expo at the Singapore
Expo from 15 to 18 July 2010. Dr Ahmad Mohd Magad, MP for Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC, graced the event as the
Guest of Honour.
Doing his bit for charity was Mr Rosyam Nor, a well-known Malaysian celebrity. Members
of the public wholeheartedly supported the auction of celebrities’ personal items
like Mr Rosyam’s jacket. This year, TAA appointed Mr A.B. Shaik as our Charity
Ambassador to help promote our mission at TAA events.
LAUNCH OF CHARITY DRIVE CAMPAIGN 2010
On 1 August 2010, TAA launched its Charity Drive Campaign at Tanjong
Katong Complex with the slogan “Jadikanlah Hari Raya Ini Lebih Bermakna”.
Dr Yaacob Ibrahim, Minister for the Environment and Water Resources and
Minister-in-Charge of Muslim Affairs, graced the event. To mark the launch of
the Charity Drive Campaign, the Trustees and Executive Committee made their
inaugural donations on stage. The Guest of Honour unveiled the campaign’s poster
and guests were entertained by Hyrul Anuar, Didicazli and Mahani Mohamed.
TELEPOLL DONATION LINES
TAA commissioned two telepoll lines for donation purposes. A total of $296,800 was raised via these telepoll
lines from 1 July to 25 November 2010. The launch of the telepoll lines was held in conjunction with the Rentak
Singapura event at Downtown East on 31 July 2010. Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Minister of State for Education and Home
Affairs, graced the occasion.
COLLECTION AT MOSQUES
TAA collaborated with Madrasah Aljunied
Al-Islamiah and the Islamic Religious
Council of Singapore (MUIS) for the Friday
collection at mosques. About 180 students
were involved. A group of Muslim taxi
drivers from Perpaduan Amal dan Ibadat
(PADI) lent their support by ferrying the
students to the designated mosques.
$74,742 was raised from the exercise.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
DONATION BOXES
As in previous years, collections from donation boxes have
raised a significant amount for TAA. A total of $337,465 was received
during the Ramadan month, with the donation box located at Joo
Chiat Complex collecting the highest amount. More eating outlets
are also supporting TAA by graciously allowing donation boxes to
be placed at their premises.
DONATION VISITS
During the campaign period, Members of Parliament together with their
grassroots leaders visited the donation booths at Joo Chiat Complex and
Tanjong Katong Complex. In addition, Iman Kindergarten and officers from the
Singapore Prison Service also made their contributions.
COMMUNITY PROJECT
For the second year, Home-Fix DIY Pte Ltd and TAA embarked on a home improvement project. Students from
ITE College West were involved in a fun and motivational hands-on activity which rewarded them with a sense of
accomplishment and camaraderie. The projects ranged from a simple changing of electrical bulbs to the painting of
walls of six selected homes.
Dr Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, MP for Marine Parade GRC then, visited Block 44 Chai Chee Road, where he
participated and lent a hand in the home improvement works.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
UNTUK MU…SINARAN HATI
This is the 5th year that TAA adopted the Sinaran Hati charity concert as its signature event. It was held on Friday,
7 January 2011 at MediaCorp TV Theatre. More than 620 live audience members and 200,000 TV viewers witnessed
the concert, which was jointly organised with MediaCorp Suria Channel.
There was also a segment that featured the TAA’s beneficiaries during the concert. Both telepoll lines were well
received and TAA raised a total of $298,470 during the concert. The breakdown of calls received on the two Telepoll
lines is as follows:
• 1900-112 9050 3,143 calls $157,150
• 1900-112 9010 14,132 calls $141,320
The on-stage donations included those from Mr Salleh Marican, Marine & Offshore Integrated Logistics (S) Pte Ltd
and Kampong Ubi-Kembangan Citizens’ Consultative Committee. The on-stage donation and ticket sales raised
another $175,075. This brought the total funds raised to $473,545 from the charity concert.
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KEY STATISTICS
Campaign’s
Telepoll
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Collection
Centres
Direct
Donation
Projects
Sinaran Hati
Total
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KEY STATISTICS
Breakdown Collections for the
Financial Year 2010/2011
Campaign's
Telepoll
2010/2011
Collection
Centres
296,800
Campaign’s
Telepoll
Direct
Donations
Projects
Campaign's Telepoll
Sinaran Hati
337,465
63,535
19,069
Collection
Centres
Direct
Donation
Projects
Donations received through 1900
telepoll lines
473,545
Collection Centre
Donation boxes placed at various
locations especially in Geylang Serai
vicinity and including Friday
collections at Mosques.
Sinaran Hati
Direct Donations
Collection Centres
Appeal Letters, Berita Harian Donation
slips, Zakat; Donation from
Organisations, Invidividuals &
Companies.
Direct Donations
Projects
Campaign's Telepoll
Revenue from Auctions, Charities
Sales and DVD Sales, etc
Projects
Sinaran Hati
Sinaran Hati Concert
A Charity TV Programme. Income
include on-stage donations & Telepoll
callers.
Disbursement
2006
No of Beneficiaries
2007
2008
2009
2010
No of Beneficiaries
6,000
3,294
3,921
4,366
3,634
Amount Disbursed
723,250
522,060
744,150
832,190
750,940
Amount Disbursed
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
2006
No of Beneficiaries
2007
2008
2009
2010
Amount Disbursed
No of Beneficiaries
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900,000
800,000
700,000
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GOVERNANCE STATEMENTS
TAA has developed a code of governance to articulate its governance standards and best practices. We are committed
to good standards of corporate governance and have incorporated it into this Annual Report.
TAA has complied with 20 out of 21 applicable guidelines in the Code of Governance Evaluation Checklist for small
Institutions of Public Character. This can be viewed on the charity portal at www.charities.gov.sg.
1. TAA is governed by Trustees and assisted by an Executive Committee.
2. To assist in better decision making and accountability, TAA has set up several committees. They are:
1. The Audit Committee headed by Mr Harmizan Abdul Hamid.
2. The Disbursement Committee chaired by Mr Sarjono Salleh Khan.
3. The Human Resource Committee chaired by Mr Jufferie Rashid.
Note: Mr Jufferie Rashid has stepped down on 31 December 2010.
4. The Fund Raising Committee chaired by Mr Mohd Anuar Yusop.
3. All committees have their written terms of reference, which are approved by the Executive Committee. These
committees meet as and when necessary.
4. Conflict of Interest
The Trustees, Executive Committee and staff have declared on the Disclosure Statement any potential conflict of
interest with regards to their association with TAA or in all other organisations. Where a conflict of interest arises,
the person concerned does not participate in the decision making.
5. The Executive Committee meets regularly and develops their work plans for the financial year. The Committee
also approves the annual operating budget and monthly statements during its meetings. The Senior Executive
Committee Members monitor the Charity Drive Campaign.
6.The 30% cap imposed under Section 2 of the Charities Act, Charities (Approved IPC) (Amendment) Regulations
has not been exceeded.
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GOVERNANCE STATEMENTS
7. Human Resource Management
TAA has two paid staff members to run its operations and activities and manage its human resource policies. TAA
has developed a Staff Manual, which covers inter alia, recruitment, remuneration and benefits. The staff attends
Trustees Meetings and Executive Committee Meetings in an ex-officio capacity. This is to provide additional
information to facilitate necessary decision making and not to take part in the decision making process itself.
Both employees of TAA each receive remuneration of below $50,000 per annum.
8.Reserve Policy
This is the 3rd year that the Executive Committee has placed $50,000 in the Fixed Deposit as part of TAA’s Reserve
Policy.
9.Looking Ahead
TAA will continue to provide excellent service in line with its vision and continuously review and improve its
corporate governance practices as part of its professional image.
We hope that this Annual Report has given a true and fair view of TAA’s commitments to the poor, needy and
chronically ill.
Lastly, we would like to record our utmost appreciation to our generous donors and all who have support TAA in
one way or another.
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