Club Rainbow (Singapore)

What Club Rainbow (Singapore) does

Club Rainbow (Singapore) is a non-profit charity organization established in 1992, headquartered in Chinatown, Singapore, that delivers more than 30 programmes, services, and assistance schemes for children with chronic, potentially life-threatening, or life-limiting illnesses and their families. Its service portfolio spans therapy intervention (physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, art therapy, play therapy), educational support (tuition, education awards), talent development (Dreamseeds Arts Fest, Talent Development Fund), social work intervention, vocational development, family support services, transport to hospital appointments, home-based services, and the Kris Kringle Christmas gift programme. The organization operates through three physical sites in Singapore: a main office at Blk 538 Upper Cross Street (Chinatown) and satellite service centres embedded within KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH) and National University Hospital (NUH), with referral partnerships extending to Singapore General Hospital (SGH).

The underlying technology is deliberately lightweight: a Squarespace-hosted website, social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube), and integration with the Giving.sg online donation platform. No proprietary software, APIs, AI/ML capabilities, or patents are evidenced. The model is fundamentally service-delivery and community-driven, relying on a volunteer network and clinically-supervised programmes (e.g., Camp Rainbow is a medically-supervised 3D2N stay-in camp for children aged 6-16).

Revenue mechanics are entirely donation- and philanthropy-based: public donations via Giving.sg, corporate sponsorships (notably a long-term partnership with Coca-Cola Singapore since 2018 via the Reach for Rainbow event), event-based fundraising through signature annual events (Reach for Rainbow, Dreamseeds Arts Fest, Camp Rainbow), merchandise sales (Rainbow Artworks and Rainbow Merchandise designed by beneficiaries), and dollar-for-dollar matching from Tote Board (activated 2024). All services are provided free of charge to beneficiaries. The organization is governed by a Council and Advisory Board, with an Executive Director (Siang Loong) overseeing operations, and employs between 11 and 50 staff.

Name

Club Rainbow (Singapore)

Legal name

Club Rainbow (Singapore)

Website

https://clubrainbow.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Club Rainbow (Singapore) is a non-profit charity established in 1992 that supports children with chronic illnesses and their families through over 30 programmes including therapy, educational support, arts development, family services, and hospital-embedded satellite centres at KKH and NUH.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Children's Chronic Illness Support Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (624110), Child and Youth Services (62411), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Family & Parenting Support Services (BPAGAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH), Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL), Recreation Therapy, Stress Management & Mindfulness Programs (EDALAFAO)

Keywords

• Nonprofit charity services
• Chronic illness support
• Family support programs
• Community health services
• Therapeutic care services

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Donations: Individual donations from the public to support children with chronic illnesses and their families, enabling the organization to provide services and sustain operations.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate partners such as Coca-Cola Singapore provide ongoing support through events like Reach for Rainbow, combining employee engagement with charitable contributions.
3. Event-Based Fundraising: Annual signature events including Reach for Rainbow (formerly Ride & Ralk for Rainbows), Dreamseeds Arts Fest, and Camp Rainbow generate funds through participant fundraising and donations.
4. Merchandise Sales: Rainbow Artworks and Rainbow Merchandise, specially designed by young artists of Club Rainbow, are sold to generate funds while supporting talent development.

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Club Rainbow (Singapore) provides holistic, free-of-charge support services to children with chronic, potentially life-threatening illnesses and their families, including therapy services (physiotherapy, speech therapy, art therapy, play therapy), educational support, social work intervention, arts and talent development, vocational development, transport to hospital appointments, family retreats, and Christmas gift programmes. The organization funds these services through public donations, corporate sponsorships, annual fundraising events, and merchandise sales.

Product overview

Club Rainbow (Singapore) is a non-profit charity organization established in 1992 that provides holistic support services for children with chronic illnesses and their families. The organization delivers more than 30 programmes, services, and assistance schemes through a multi-module approach. Core services include Camp Rainbow (a medically-supervised 3D2N stay-in camp), Dreamseeds Arts Fest (annual arts festival), and Reach for Rainbow (signature fundraising event). Additional support modules encompass therapy services (physiotherapy, speech therapy, play therapy, art therapy), Family Resource Center, Talent Development Fund, Kris Kringle Christmas gift programme, Education Awards, Family Retreats, and Transport Services. The organization operates satellite centers at KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH) and National University Hospital (NUH), with the main office located in Chinatown, Singapore.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Camp Rainbow Medically supervised 3-day, 2-night stay-in camp for children with chronic illnesses aged 6 to 16, run entirely by volunteers, providing meaningful experiences for beneficiaries of Club Rainbow (Singapore).
• Dreamseeds Arts Fest Annual arts festival providing children of Club Rainbow (Singapore) a platform to explore and realise their creative potential through singing, dancing, visual arts, and performing arts, while fostering inclusivity in the arts.
• Reach for Rainbow Annual signature fundraising event of Club Rainbow (Singapore), formerly called Ride & Ralk for Rainbows, featuring cycling, running/walking, and stair-climbing challenges to raise funds for children with chronic illnesses and their families.
• Therapy Services Subsidized therapy sessions including physiotherapy, speech therapy, play therapy, and art therapy to support rehabilitation and development of children with chronic illnesses.
• Family Resource Center Support service providing emotional support, guidance, and community connections for families navigating the journey of caring for a chronically ill child.
• Talent Development Fund Fund supporting children with chronic illnesses to develop their artistic and creative talents through lessons, equipment, and workshop opportunities.
• Kris Kringle Programme Annual Christmas gift programme where families submit wishes for their chronically ill children, with anonymous donors fulfilling these gifts to bring festive joy.
• Education Awards Recognition programme celebrating the academic achievements of Club Rainbow (Singapore) children, including Spirit of Learning awards and special commendation awards.
• Family Retreats Overnight and overseas retreat experiences for families of chronically ill children, including cruises and community events that create bonding opportunities.
• Transport Services Transport assistance to and from hospital appointments for children with chronic illnesses, easing the logistical and financial burden on families.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Make-A-Wish SingaporeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partnership to grant wishes for children with chronic illnesses. Make-A-Wish Singapore granted Darwisy's dream of meeting Liverpool Football Club in 2023.
• Coca-Cola Singapore (Coca-Cola SIME Careers)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2018Long-term corporate partner that has participated in Reach for Rainbow annually since 2018. Coca-Cola's employee-led 'Acts of Kindness' group organizes cycling activities that channel into the fundraising event. The partnership involves employee participation, fundraising, and community engagement supporting children with chronic illnesses.
• KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor referral partner where Club Rainbow maintains a satellite centre. Hospital social workers and medical staff refer patients and families to Club Rainbow's services. KKH serves as a key touchpoint for families navigating chronic childhood illness.
• National University Hospital (NUH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner with a Club Rainbow satellite centre on-site. Hospital social workers connect families to Club Rainbow's support services, particularly for families with children facing complex medical conditions.
• Singapore General Hospital (SGH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for children with chronic illnesses requiring specialized medical care. Social workers from SGH refer families to Club Rainbow for ongoing support beyond hospital-based treatment.
• Fei Yue's Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly intervention service provider that Club Rainbow works with to support children's developmental needs, particularly for children with global developmental delay.
• Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore (CPAS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing education and services for children with cerebral palsy. Some Club Rainbow beneficiaries attend CPAS schools and participate in their programs.
• ART:DISminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArts organization for persons with disabilities that provides training for Club Rainbow's young artists, helping develop fine art skills and creative capabilities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fei Yue Community Services: Singapore social service agency providing early intervention (EIPIC), family services, and community programs. A stated Club Rainbow partner, with overlapping family- and child-support offerings in the same geographic market.
• MINDS (Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore): Singapore charity delivering schools, therapy, vocational, and employment services for the intellectually disabled. Comparable therapy/vocational service mix and donor-dependent funding model.
• Rainbow Centre Singapore: Singapore charity providing early intervention and special education for children with disabilities. Comparable mission around supporting children with developmental and chronic conditions; comparable therapy/education program mix.
• Children's Cancer Foundation (Singapore): A Singapore-registered charity providing psychosocial and financial support to children with cancer and their families. Highly comparable mission, beneficiary demographic, donation-driven model, and program mix (therapy, education, family support).
• Autism Association (Singapore): Singapore association supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder through education, therapy, and family programs. Comparable therapeutic and family-support program set; overlaps with Club Rainbow's autism beneficiary segment.
• Down Syndrome Association (Singapore): Singapore-based association supporting individuals with Down syndrome and their families through education, therapy, and advocacy. Overlaps with Club Rainbow's beneficiary pool (Club Rainbow serves children with Down syndrome) and program offerings.
• Make-A-Wish Singapore: Singapore affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, granting wishes to children with critical illnesses. Overlaps with Club Rainbow in serving chronically ill children, with a stated existing partnership, and competes for the same corporate and donor pool.
• SPD (formerly Society for the Physically Disabled): Singapore charity serving people with physical and developmental disabilities through therapy, vocational training, and employment support. Comparable services, beneficiary overlap, and donation-driven model.
• Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore (CPAS): Singapore charity providing education, therapy, and vocational services for individuals with cerebral palsy. An existing Club Rainbow partner, CPAS serves a subset of Club Rainbow's beneficiary population with comparable therapy and education offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Singapore Children's Society: One of Singapore's largest and longest-established children's charities, offering a broader portfolio (child protection, youth services, vulnerable children). Less condition-specific than Club Rainbow, but competes for similar donors and volunteer pools.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/clubrainbowsingapore
• Instagraminstagram.com/clubrainbowsingapore
• TikToktiktok.com/@clubrainbowsingapore
• Xx.com/clubrainb
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clubrainbowsingapore

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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