Happy New Year! PhilanthropyAsia wishes all a prosperous and impactful 2025. Our first issue of the year spotlights the institutionalisation of philanthropy in Singapore as the country is shaping up to be a regional hub for philanthropy. The feature of the month examines different aspects of institutionalisation, including the trend towards strategic giving, collaboration and a network of supporting intermediaries. The thriving ecosystem is meanwhile encouraging a growing number of international philanthropists setting up philanthropic organisations in the country, according to the latest Singapore’s Biggest Philanthropic Organisations report compiled by social impact consultancy Soristic. Key findings are summarised in one of our articles. The country’s philanthropy landscape is seeing an expanding range of services for funders, such as the newly launched fractional and grantee-support services by Real Impact Advisors. Read our report on these offerings. Another notable development in philanthropy is the increasing adoption of technology, including the growing acceptance of cryptocurrency donations, with the Salvation Army Singapore becoming one of the latest to jump on the bandwagon. Learn more from ou...