INSPIRING CHANGE AND DRIVING IMPACT THROUGH SANDS CARES
Marina Bay Sands’ commitment to Singapore extends beyond supporting the country’s economic and tourism goals. Through our community engagement programme, Sands Cares, the integrated resort uses unique property offerings, philanthropic funding, as well as active volunteerism to help meet the city state’s social needs.
With an employee population of over 10,000 in Singapore, our Team Members have contributed close to 92,000 volunteer hours since our opening.
Together with our community partners, Marina Bay Sands is committed to strengthening the social fabric of Singapore and leaving a positive impact in the community.
OUR SIGNATURE EVENT
Every year, we dedicate an entire week of giving back to the community through our signature event, Sands for Singapore Charity Festival
Incepted in 2013, the multi-day festival serves to increase public awareness of Marina Bay Sands’ partner charities and raise funds for them through a series of meaningful events that utilise every facet of the integrated resort – from the retail mall, restaurants to the convention centre and museum. We invite social service organisations and social enterprises to deepen our Team Members’ understanding of the causes we support and how we can better give back to the community in our everyday lives.
Tapping on the talent and skill of our Team Members, we also provide opportunities for them to get involved in the festival through volunteer opportunities and charity challenges.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EDUCATION
As part of our commitment to develop and nurture local hospitality talents, Las Vegas Sands and Marina Bay Sands have pledged US$1 million to a new scholarship programme, Sands Hospitality Scholarship.
Benefiting more than 100 Singaporean students passionate about hospitality or tourism-related courses, the bond-free scholarship will support various aspects of their educational expenses, including overseas immersion programmes from 2023.
With global tourism making a comeback, this programme builds on one of our Sands Cares’ core priorities and supports Singapore’s economic and tourism goals by investing in education to help youths find their footing in this burgeoning industry.
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