Helping needy kids in Singapore

Underprivileged children are the focus of charitable efforts at MSD Singapore. Employees have contributed time and money to support the Chen Su Lan Methodist Children's Home in Changi. Opened in 1968 by the Wesley Methodist Church, the Children's Home provides nurture for needy and disadvantaged children aged 4 to 12 of all races and religions. MSD Singapore 's involvement began in November 2001 with an internal donation drive and auction. The company matched employee contributions, and more than $6,000 was raised for the Children's Home .As part of the outreach initiative, a vaccination program which allows children to say "no" to chickenpox was also organized to benefit some 200 underprivileged children in Singapore. Future plans include providing ongoing donations of clothing and books and an Easter Celebration. On an ongoing basis, our employees are given the opportunity to volunteer at Children's Home - either teaching classes or playing with the children. The company provides training to employees who are interested in working with the children. These volunteer efforts have rich rewards - we help to create a better life for these children and we also gain tremendous satisfaction through participating in this meaningful program.