Singapore, 3 April 2019 – The ISCOS ReGen Fund (IRF) is pleased to announce the collaboration with Singapore Teochew Foundation (STF) today in relations to supporting children of reformed offenders from low-income families under the Fairy Godparent Programme (FGP).
Singapore, 20 March 2019 – The ISCOS ReGen Fund (IRF) is pleased to announce that it has been officially approved as an Institution of a Public Character (IPC) with effect from 15 March 2019. With the IPC status, all donations made to IRF will be eligible for 2.5 times tax deduction.
Singapore, 25 January 2019 – The Industrial & Services Co-Operative Society Ltd (ISCOS) launched a new space named iCosy Hub to introduce new facilities such as tele-visit services for families of inmates and ex-offenders at its location at Alexandra Road today.
Singapore, 14 December 2018 – 315 students were recognised for their hard work and effort through the annual Bursary Award initiative by Industrial & Services Co-Operative Society Ltd (ISCOS) and ISCOS ReGen Fund this year. Exclusively for children from low-income families of inmates and ex-offenders, a total of $96,200 was awarded to recipients from primary to tertiary levels.
Singapore, 30 June 2018 – Over 300 people, young and old, gathered this morning with their families to take part in a special Amazing Race within the Singapore Zoo. This is part of the Family Day event organised by the Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd (ISCOS), a social co-operative to support ex-offenders and their families.
Singapore, 25th April 2018 – In the spirit of sharing and caring, Lickety is pleased to launch the Project HappyScoop campaign marking the brand's first community project since its store opening in 2017.
For every customer purchase from 5 May to 4 June 2018, Lickety will give a free scoop to underprivileged children and their families under the Yellow Ribbon Fund-ISCOS-Fairy Godparent Programme (FGP) to enjoy.
Singapore, 22 December 2017 - This morning, ISCOS awarded close to $40,000 worth of bursaries to 133 deserving students at the annual ISCOS Bursary Award Ceremony, in recognition of their hard work and perseverance in 2017.
Held at the MDIS Auditorium at Stirling Road, the ceremony was graced by the presence of Mr Amrin Amin, Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Health as the Guest of Honour. Amidst the rounds of applause and cheers from their families, the recipients were beaming with pride as they received the awards from the Guest of Honour on stage.
Singapore, 13 September 2017 – Hoping to ease the reintegration of ex-offenders who have served long-term imprisonment through education and sharing of basic knowledge after their release, the Industrial and Services Co-operative Society Limited (ISCOS) launched a new orientation initiative earlier this year.
Aptly named as Project ReConnect, the programme aims to help newly-released ex-offenders to familiarise and reconnect with the community around them. Held at least once every two weeks, the project is targeted at ex-offenders who have served at least three years in prison, to attend in the initial weeks after their release. It is a full day programme starting with a brief orientation covering selected topics such as employment, housing and medical matters, followed by a community tour to places such as Community Centres, MRT stations, grocery stores and other places.
Singapore, 15 July 2017 – Amidst the excitement and boisterous cheers from the crowd this morning, ISCOS officially unveiled the Soccer 4 Champions ("S4C") Programme today at its Family Day held at ORTO today.
Targeting beneficiaries with ages ranging from 11 to 16 years old, the S4C Programme is the latest initiative rolled out under the Fairy Godparent Programme (FGP), in a bid to enhance the children's overall well-being through sports. By nurturing a fervent passion and commitment in soccer, the long term goal is to develop strong discipline, focus and resilience among the participants, which are essential to positive character building in their years of growing up.
Singapore, 9 December 2016 – For the second year running, ISCOS awarded over $63,000 worth of bursaries to 193 underprivileged yet deserving students at the Goldbell-Yellow Ribbon Fund-ISCOS Bursary Award presentation ceremony. Solely sponsored by Goldbell Foundation, the ceremony was held at the OnePeople.SG premises today.
Singapore, 4 June 2016 – The Angsana Green at East Coast Park was buzzing with excitement and boisterous cheers this morning, where 221 ex-offenders and their families enjoyed themselves in the Family Day carnival organised by the Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd (ISCOS), a social co-operative for ex-offenders.
Singapore, 4 December 2015 – Close to $60,000worth of bursaries were distributed to over 150 needy students at the Goldbell-YRF-ISCOS Bursary Award presentation ceremony held at the Queenstown Community Centre today. Fully sponsored by Goldbell Foundation in conjunction with its 35th anniversary and SG50 celebration, the awards were presented to children of former and existing offenders from low-income families. They were awarded between $300 and $500 each, depending on the respective levels of education, spanning primary, secondary and tertiary levels.
Singapore, 27 September 2015 – The Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd (ISCOS), a co-operative which provides social assistance to ex-offenders and their families, organised its first ever "Chasing Your Dream" event today. In collaboration with Singapore Motor Sports Association (SMSA) and Valencia Club de Fútbol (Valencia CF), the event gathered a total of 40 sports cars and luxury cars to offer an exclusive 30-minute ride to beneficiaries of the Yellow Ribbon Fund-ISCOS Fairy Godparent Programme (FGP), flagged off from Big Splash at East Coast Park.
Singapore, 12 September 2015 – A total of 350ex-offenders and their family members participated in the ISCOS Family Day 2015 organised by ISCOS (Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd) today, in collaboration with Goldbell Foundation (Goldbell) and law firm, Baker & McKenzie.Wong & Leow. Revolving around the theme of Bonding in True Kampung Style, the young and old enjoyed themselves in various old-school activities such as yesteryear's childhood games and other recreation lined up at Siloso Beach, Sentosa Island.
25 April 2015 – In conjunction with Singapore's 50th birthday, ISCOS (Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd), a co-operative for ex-offenders, has embarked on an ambitious project to help 50 households. Titled the "Learning Environment Assistance Project (LEAP)", physical study areas will be installed in the homes of needy families to provide a conducive study environment for school-going children. Other home improvement assistance such as painting will also be provided where needed.
Singapore, 6 September 2014 – A total of 335 ex-offenders and their families attended the annual ISCOS Family Day organised by ISCOS (Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd), in collaboration with law firm Baker & McKenzie.Wong & Leow. The fun activities and games of the family day inside River Safari revolved around the theme "River of Hope".
ISCOS (Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd), a Co-operative for ex-offenders, has started its first series of Learning Environment Assistance Project (LEAP). The initial phase is currently underway and will benefit a total of 21 children from seven needy ex-offenders' households.
The Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd (ISCOS), a co-operative for ex-offenders, and the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) today unveiled a collaborative effort to enhance the employability of ex-offenders at a Job Fair organised by ISCOS. Known as the SOAR (Strengthening Opportunities, Advocating Resilience) Programme, the initiative is designed to provide holistic training and employment assistance for ex-offenders. Some 375 ex-offenders are expected to benefit from the programme over the next two years.
A total of 216 needy students from primary to junior college levels, including those from families of ex-offenders, received bursaries today ranging from $300 to $500. The bursary served as a reward to the students for receiving above average results in their final examinations this year, despite challenging family situations.
More than 300 ex-offenders and their families enjoyed a special day out today at Wild Wild Wet as part of the annual ISCOS Family Day 2013. The event was organised in collaboration with international law firm, Baker & McKenzie.Wong & Leow.