From 23 to 27 June 2025, the Singapore Good Soil Foundation brought together 54 outstanding high school students from across Asia for the NextGen Philanthropy Leadership Program — a transformative week of learning, service, and leadership.
Now in its second year, the NextGen Program took place against the backdrop of SG60, Singapore’s 60th year of independence and in support of the SG Youth Plan, led by the National Youth Council. For participants from across the region, the week offered a rare opportunity to engage with real-world issues, and build connections with like-minded peers from diverse backgrounds.
A Curriculum Built on Purpose, Leadership, and Impact
Students took part in a rigorous yet engaging curriculum designed to expose them to the realities of nonprofit leadership. The learning was structured around three core themes: Purpose, Leadership, and Impact.
Leading much of the academic content was Mr Richard Buttrey, Director of Academic Programs at ARM, a renowned Technology company within Cambridge University. Mr Richard Buttrey provided guidance in a hands-on, mentorship style.