Donors can name their own sub-foundations

SymAsia is set up as a Donor Advised Fund and you will be able to establish your own ‘sub-foundation’ within the framework of SymAsia, enjoy exclusive naming rights, determine the charitable causes to be pursued and the ultimate beneficiaries of your donations.

Hassle-free setting up of foundation; no start-up costs

By donating through SymAsia, there are no start-up costs for you as our team will handle the administration, and regulatory reporting matters. Donors enjoy administrative convenience and cost savings by conducting their grant-making through SymAsia.

Renowned Board of Directors

The members of our Board of Directors are leading public figures renowned for their specialist expertise. The Foundation will be subject to an annual external statutory audit by an international public accounting firm.

Donors may participate in grant-making and review

If you wish to participate in grant-making and review, you are welcomed to be involved or elect a family member or delegate.

Donations may be given worldwide and to a wide range of causes

We have disbursed donations to more than 300 charitable causes globally.

No fees charged for disbursements, basic due diligence & reporting

With careful project evaluation and progress tracking of funded programs, your donations have the maximum possible effect. Credit Suisse AG waives all administrative fees so that 100% of your donations can go to charity.

2.5x tax deductions for Singapore taxpayers to IPC charities

Singapore taxpayers are eligible for 250% tax deduction on donations to Singapore charities with Institution of a Public Character (IPC) status.

SymAsia has professional grant-making specialists

SymAsia has many years of experience in project evaluation and selection, and maintains a network of contacts with a diverse range of Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) in Asia and around the world.