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At a Glance
Gear up for POSB PAssion Run for Kids 2023, where family fun meets a meaningful cause! An annual event organised by POSB and People’s Association, it’s the perfect opportunity for you and your loved ones to enjoy a day of endless fun. What’s more, you get to support the POSB PAssion Kids Fund and make a difference in the lives of children in our community.
Run Details
Date: Sunday AM, 5 November
Venue: The Promontory @ Marina Bay
Check out your race result here.
Check out the race guide for more information about the event and carnival!
POSB PAssion Run for Kids 2023
Flag-off Timings
Flag-off timing is subject to change, and all participants will be informed of any changes during race day
Race Routes
Race Entitlements
Explore different worlds at the Run for Kids Carnival
Our theme this year is "Kids Run the World”, celebrating the limitless potential and boundless energy of all our young ones. That is why, in addition to the heartwarming run, we've put together five enchanting carnival worlds for you and your family to explore!
Recycle World: A city filled with “reduce, re-use, and recycle” themed exhibits, games, and activities. This world showcases all things sustainable and serves as an area for our kids to practise environmentally responsible habits.
Happy World: Step into our balloon city of dreams, where kids can be kids! Enjoy carnival activities, game booths, and craft workshops for endless fun – emphasising the value and joy of imagination and creativity.
Healthy World: Kids have unlimited energy, and we guide them on how to put it to productive use with healthy eating workshops, dexterity and fitness routines, and other wellness-promoting activities.
Nature World: Experience an up-close and hands-on reconnection to our world! Experience a terrarium workshop and explore how technology can future-proof our precious planet.
Future World: Experience the impressive power of technology and the future! Our goal is to encourage kids to envision and share their future through captivating tech-based demos, games, and contests.
Join the Smart Buddy Challenge while getting your child ready for the race!
What
Get your child to clock 1.2km using their Smart Buddy watch prior to the actual race, sync it to your Smart Buddy mobile application and stand a chance to redeem a limited edition Smart Buddy watch strap at the Smart Buddy booth on event day itself. Terms and conditions apply.
When
Challenge Period: From 1st Oct 2023 till the event day on 5th Nov 2023 (inclusive)
Who can join
Existing Smart Buddy user holding a Smart Buddy watch before/on the actual Run for Kids event day.
Don't have a Smart Buddy yet? Head to POSB Smart Buddy website to apply for one for free.
Have a Smart Buddy card but no watch to track your little one's training yet? You can purchase one by visiting eShoppeNow here.
What's more, participate in the activities at the Smart Buddy booth on the actual Run for Kids day for sure-win gift vouchers worth up to S$100. First come, first served. Terms & conditions apply.
P.S. Bring along and use your Smart Buddy watch/card at Run for Kids merchants on 5 November to receive up to S$2 reimbursement! Find out more here.
Donate to POSB PAssion Kids Fund
Supported by POSB PAssion Run for Kids and managed independently by the People’s Association Community Development Fund (PACDF), POSB PAssion Kids Fund is a registered charity under the Charities Act and has been conferred Institutions of a Public Character (IPC) status.
Since the fund’s inception, we have supported some 796,000 children, including beneficiaries from low-income families, children with disabilities, and youths at risk, through more than 210 programmes that contribute towards social capital and community development.
Refer to FAQ below for more information about the Fund.
If you are unable to donate by clicking ‘Donate Now’, you will still be able to do so through the following channels by following these steps:
Bill Payment via digibanking online

- Select "Pay Bills" on POSB/DBS digibank
- Select "Billing Organisation not in my pre-arranged list"
- Select "PACDF" from the list of billing organisations
- Enter your preferred donation amount Input your NRIC/FIN/Passport No. in the "Bill Reference No" field
- Submit your donation
Bill Payment via digibank

1.Select “Pay Bills” on POSB/DBS Digibank
2.Select “One-Time Payment”
3.Select "PACDF" in the “Billing Organisation” field and your NRIC/FIN/Passport No. in the “Reference No” field
4.Select the account which you would like the donation to be made from
5.Enter your preferred donation amount
6.Select “Paynow”
QR code scanning via DBS PayLah! or PayNow
(Tax deduction is not applicable for donation via these channels)

- Launch PayNow or DBS PayLah!
- Scan the above QR code
- Check that the donation is to PA Community Development Fund
(UEN: T07CC3011L) - Enter your preferred donation amount
- Enter NA in Reference No. field
(Please take note that tax deduction is not applicable via this channel) - Submit your donation
Corporate Donation
1. Download your donation form here.
2. Choose your donation option and follow the steps provided.
3. Fill in the form and email us at runforkids@dbs.com
Donors and Sponsors
We are very grateful to receive full support from our donors, partners and sponsors.
Supporting Donors
AETOS Holdings Pte. Ltd. Agrocorp International Pte Ltd A-IT Software Services Pte Ltd Amarante Shipping Pte Ltd Asia Enterprises (Pte) Ltd Baker & McKenzie, Wong & Leow Crystal Offshore Pte Ltd Darwin Design & Developments Pte Ltd Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP Diebold Nixdorf Singapore Pte Ltd Flintex Consulting Pte Ltd Fujitsu Asia Pte Ltd Geometra International Private Limited Hafary Pte Ltd HEC Holdings Pte Ltd HH Stainless Pte. Ltd. Hiin Asia Pacific Pte Ltd i2 Pte Ltd Just Oil & Grain Pte Ltd Kenoil Marine Services Pte Ltd | Leeden National Oxygen Ltd< Meiban Corp Holdings Pte. Ltd. Metall-Treat Industries Pte Ltd Mlion Corporation Pte Ltd Motor-Way Credit Pte Ltd NETS Nikko Asset Management Asia Limited Pertinent Law LLP Pinnacle Credit Services Pte Ltd Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP Royal Group Investments Pte Ltd S. K. Rosenbauer Pte Ltd Schroder Investment Management (Singapore) Ltd Select Group Pte Ltd Sim (Singapore) Ltd Soon Huat Goldsmith Pte Ltd Teck Wei Credit Pte Ltd Topsheen Shipping Singapore Pte Ltd Trans Eurokars Pte Ltd Vincar Pte. Ltd. Wearnes Automotive Pte Ltd Wongpartnership LLP Yong Tai Loong (Pte) Ltd |
AAK Logistics Services Pte Ltd | KY Management & Consultation Pte Ltd |
POSB PAssion Kids Fund supports children in the community through causes* close to the heart. Play a part and join us in making a difference!

Environment
North East G!nnovation ChallengeRaising awareness of environmental issues within schools and wider community. Engaged over 3,500 students in brainstorming ideas and producing videos that demonstrates creative solutions to tackle these issues.

Enrichment
Matched Savings ProgrammeDollar-for-dollar matching programme that inculcates financial literacy and advocates good saving habits among underprivileged children and their families.

Community Service
Community Scouting @ North EastHelping 100 children including potential youths at risks holistically through scouting activities.

Arts
Bengkel Wayang KulitIntroduce 800 beneficiaries to the art and culture behind Wayang Kulit, a traditional Malay art form. They learn how to assemble Wayang Kulit puppets and to perform with them in a short skit.

Sports
PAssion Community FootballThe programme provides a platform for 1,000 children and youths aged 5 to 16 years old, regardless of gender, to spend quality family bonding time with their parents and bonding with the community through football.

Entrepreneurship
Nurture ProgrammeDesigned to enhance the quality of lives of children and their families by creating opportunities for the children to learn soft skills sets which have been aligned to the 21st Century Competencies framework identified by the Ministry of Education.
*All donations will go towards the POSB PAssion Kids Fund, and channelled to various programmes supporting the causes listed above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Overview
When does the registration begin and end?
Besides the run, are there any other activities?
POSB PAssion Run for Kids is more than just a run! Spend an exciting and meaningful Sunday morning with us as a family while enjoying the breath-taking views of the Marina Bay. After your run, a Mega Carnival packed with fun-filled activities awaits the whole family.
What happens in the event of inclement weather?
How does the organiser determine the participant age for the competitive and non-competitive categories?
Are there non-competitive run categories?
Can I accompany my child for the 3.5km Family Walk without signing up for the run?
How does the organiser determine the top three runners for the respective competitive categories?
The official results for the Kids' Competitives are based on Chip Time which is the time taken when runners run past the Start Line to Finish Line.
Will all runners receive a medal once they complete the race?
Participants of the Competitive categories will receive a Finisher Medal upon completion of the race.
- 10km Adults
- 5km Adults
- 1.2km Kids
- 800m Kids
- Team Challenges
Registration
What if I did not receive an e-confirmation slip despite registering and making payment? This could be due to the following reason(s):
(i) Your payment did not go through, and your registration was not successful;
(ii) The email has been blocked by your mail server and/or is treated as spam.
Should you require further assistance, please email runforkids@dbs.com. We will get back to you within 5 working days.
If I am deciding not to do the Competitive Run which I had signed up for, can I do the 3.5km Family Walk instead and vice versa?
Race categories are strictly non-transferrable after registration is confirmed. On the other hand, participants who registered for the 3.5km Family Walk are not allowed to change to the Competitives once registration is confirmed.
Can I get a refund if for any reasons, I am not able to participate in the run?
We regret to inform you that registration for this run is non-refundable and non-transferable.
What should I do if my order does not arrive?
Participants of the Competitive categories will receive a Finisher Medal upon completion of the race. For other race entitlements, please email runforkids@dbs.com with your registration details If you do not receive your race pack by 25 October 2023.
Whata are the flag-off timings for the run?
6:30am – 10km Adults
7:15am – 5km Adults
8:00am – 1.2km Boys/Girls
8:45am – 800m Boys/Girls
9:30am – 3.5km Family Walk
POSB PAssion Kids Fund
How does my donation make a difference?
100% of your donations go directly towards the POSB PAssion Kids Fund which supports programmes and events benefiting children (0-16 years of age) in the community.
How do I receive the 2.5 times tax deduction on the donations made? Can I choose to opt-out?
All donations* made to the POSB PAssion Kids Fund will be entitled to 2.5 times tax deduction and are applicable to both corporate and individual tax residents.
DBS will send your name, NRIC, mailing address and donation amount to the People’s Association (PA). Tax deduction will be automatically filed to Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) by PA and will be reflected in your individual tax assessment the next calendar year.
To opt-out of the tax deduction, please email your request to posbkidsfund@dbs.com
*Tax residents with FIN and donation via PayNow/PayLah! will not be eligible for auto tax deduction unless you email posbkidsfund@dbs.com your name, NRIC/FIN, mailing address, donation amount and donation date.
Can I receive auto tax deduction if I am a foreigner but also a taxpayer in Singapore?
Please email to runforkids@dbs.com your donation date, donation amount, full name and FIN within 2 weeks of your donation.
Contact Us
Hotline: 83461291 (Mondays to Fridays, 10.00am - 5.00pm, excluding Public Holidays)
E-mail: runforkids@dbs.com
Disclaimers
Complimentary Personal Accident Protect V is underwritten by Chubb Insurance Singapore Limited (“Chubb”) and distributed by DBS Bank Ltd (“DBS”). It is not an obligation of, deposit in or guaranteed by DBS. This is not a contract of insurance. Full details of the terms, conditions and exclusions of the insurance are provided in the policy wordings and will be sent to you upon acceptance of your application by Chubb. This policy is protected under the Policy Owners’ Protection Scheme which is administered by the Singapore Deposit Insurance Corporation ("SDIC"). Coverage for your policy is automatic and no further action is required from you. For more information on the types of benefits that are covered under the scheme as well as the limits of coverage, where applicable, please contact Chubb or visit the General Insurance Association or SDIC websites.
POSB PAssion Run for Kids Gallery
Watch the video to relive moments of our first-ever hybrid edition POSB PAssion Run for Kids 2022, filled with sustainability-themed activities like plogging and beach clean-up.
Thank you for making a difference to the lives of children!
Click here to visit our Facebook page to view the full album!
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Official Social Media
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