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Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q's) 

Volunteering

  • Are there any special skills or requirements needed for volunteering at SPD?
    • Anyone can volunteer, regardless of age, income level, employment and marital status. We welcome individual or group/family volunteers. We try to match volunteers with their preferences, skills and experiences, and where possible, we help volunteers to develop them. Some roles require specialised knowledge, but many can be carried out with only a little guidance and plenty of enthusiasm.
  • How much time are volunteers expected to give?
    • The time volunteers give in service at SPD depends largely on the time they can spare. A typical volunteer spends two or three hours per visit, once or twice a week.
  • How can I help?

Governance

  • How are board members selected and elected?
    • Our Board of Management is made up of volunteers who give of their time and expertise for the benefit of people with physical disabilities. They are elected to the Board at the Annual General Meeting and serve for a period of two years before a new Board is elected. All Board Members are not paid any remuneration or director's fees. Nominees are voted by SPD members, and the nomination committee comprises of 3 SPD members not standing for election.
  • What are the roles of the board members?
    • The Board is to ensure that competent managers are hired to carry out policies, programmes, procedures and activities to fulfill the mission and objectives of SPD. They ensure that resources are allocated in the most optimal manner. They also contribute in terms of ideas and expertise and specific members. For instance, the Honorary Treasurer and Assistant Honorary Treasurer are entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the financial management of SPD.

Funding and Donations

  • How much does SPD need in order to operate and how are the funds raised?
    • SPD's operating budget is in the region of $6 million. SPD receives funding from the government for its services and also raises about $2.5 million from the public to complement government funding.

      SPD raises funds from corporate, community groups, schools and individuals. Fundraising activities include special events, donation box drive, direct mail appeals, STAR Programme (for regular donors) and partnerships with companies, schools and organisations. Public fundraising is sometimes in conjunction with our Public Education exercise, where we educate the public about SPD as well.

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