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The 2026 program will support 12 non-profit organizations in China, India, Singapore and Vietnam, with a broader focus on capacity building, cross-sector partnerships and outcome-based funding.

The initiative was announced at the 2026 Philanthropy Asia Summit, where CHF hosted a panel discussion titled “From Commitment to Impact: Catalyzing Community Resilience Through Investing in Children and Youth.”

Building on the inaugural edition launched in 2025, which awarded S$3.4 million to 12 organizations, the new program expands beyond direct financial support to strengthen long-term impact and organizational capacity.

According to CHF, the initiative will include an initial funding pool of S$3.5 million, alongside a newly introduced Outcomes Achievement Fund that participating organizations may access after meeting predefined impact targets.

The program focuses on three priority areas affecting children and youth amid increasing climate and socio-economic challenges: education, skills development and mental well-being.

Tan Wee Hsien, CEO of CapitaLand Development Vietnam and International, said the initiative reflects the group’s long-term commitment to supporting communities in the markets where it operates.

“At CLD Vietnam, we believe investing in children and youth is one of the most meaningful ways to enrich lives and uplift communities,” he said. “Through CHF, we are deepening that commitment by strengthening partnerships and supporting programs that deliver measurable and lasting impact.”

This year’s initiative also expands collaboration with regional philanthropic organizations, including AVPN and the Philanthropy Asia Alliance (PAA).

According to CHF, AVPN will support the initiative through applicant sourcing, due diligence, impact monitoring, capacity building and cross-regional learning opportunities.

PAA, part of the Temasek Trust ecosystem, will help identify organizations with demonstrated impact and connect them with regional networks to support the scaling of high-impact solutions.

Patsian Low, Chief of Markets and Deputy CEO of AVPN, said the initiative emphasizes long-term ecosystem development.

“What makes this initiative distinctive is its willingness to invest in the capacity of nonprofits, partner connections and collective intelligence that enable organizations to grow their impact,” she said.

Applications for CCRI 2026 are open from May 19 to June 22. Selected organizations are expected to be announced in November, with project implementation scheduled from January 2027 through December 2028.

Further information about the program and application process is available on the CapitaLand CCRI 2026 website.

CapitaLand Development Vietnam is the development arm of CapitaLand Group in Vietnam, where the company has operated for more than 30 years.

As of March 31, 2026, CapitaLand Development managed a portfolio valued at S$17.8 billion across Singapore, China and Vietnam, including integrated developments, residential projects, retail, office, industrial and logistics assets.

Established in 2005, CapitaLand Hope Foundation is the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group. The foundation supports initiatives focused on education, health and well-being for children, youth and seniors, while also promoting volunteerism and community engagement.