SINGAPORE – Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree” or “the Group”) is pleased to launch a new initiative – Mapletree Art with a Purpose – to bring the arts closer to the communities while benefitting Singaporean artists and charities.
The initiative showcases a series of Pop-Up Postcards depicting six iconic art installations and artefacts in Mapletree Business City (“MBC”). Illustrated by three young Singaporean artists – namely Ang Shi Min (@mu.andcoco), Chen Ziyue Angeline (@ziyuechen) and Huang Lei (@paperlileis) – the Pop-Up Postcards will be sold during a 32-week campaign from 21 January 2025 to 1 September 2025. Through this campaign, Mapletree aims to raise at least S$25,000, with all proceeds (net of prevailing GST) going towards the artists’ royalties and funding essential programmes for Beyond Social Services and Boys’ Town.
Gracing the launch of Mapletree Art with a Purpose was Guest-of-Honour Mr Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law.
Mr Edmund Cheng, Chairman, Mapletree, said: “Through Mapletree Art with a Purpose, we aim to share the joy of art and provide additional support to underprivileged youth. This unique collaboration with our three talented artists reaffirms our commitment to the arts, which stands as one of our four Corporate Social Responsibility pillars. We hope this initiative will promote further collaborations that benefit our communities.”
Dr Roland Yeow, Executive Director, Boys’ Town said: “We extend our sincere gratitude to Mapletree for this meaningful initiative which helps support our beneficiaries and empower them to realise their full potential.”
Ms Chia May Ling, Executive Director, Beyond Social Services: “Mapletree's ongoing support for Beyond Social Services has been immensely beneficial. The proceeds from this initiative will support youths from less privileged backgrounds. We would like to thank all contributors in advance.”
About 60 distinguished guests, beneficiaries and Mapletree senior management attended the launch of Mapletree Art with a Purpose on 21 January 2025 at MBC.
Members of the public can support the artists and beneficiaries by purchasing the Pop-Up Postcards priced at S$5.90 each from vending machines at VivoCity (near W Optics #01-143) and Alexandra Retail Centre (Level 1, Atrium). Mapletree Art with a Purpose underscores the Group’s commitment to implementing impactful Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives that benefit communities where it operates.
The six Pop-Up Postcards were illustrated by the following Singaporean artists:
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Artist
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About the Artist
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Illustration and Featured Art Installation/Artefact at MBC
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Ang Shi Min
(@mu.andcoco)
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Shi Min’s art blends man-made objects with elements of nature, instilling a sense of serenity. Shi Min’s unique style has garnered her a large following on Instagram. Shi Min aims to expand her art business "mu.andcoco" and collaborate with various companies and brands. She hopes her art will inspire others and evoke optimistic feelings in viewers.
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Humbly on Hills by Lim Shing Ee
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Wind Sculpture I by Yinka Shonibare CBE RA
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Chen Ziyue Angeline
(@ziyuechen)
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Angeline is a Singapore-based illustrator who enjoys storytelling through illustrations and works mainly on children's books. Her life’s goal is to connect emotionally with those who view her work. Dabbling in art was Angeline’s form of escape from the struggles and confusion of growing up deaf. This led her to discover the beauty of how the art communicates with the viewer.
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Fullerton Lighthouse (1958) by Stone Chance Ltd
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Merryweather Pump Escape Fire Engine (1938) by Merryweather & Sons Ltd (London)
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Huang Lei
(@paperlileis)
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Inspired by her parents’ artistic influence and her early childhood love for picture books, Lei specialises in creating illustrations that tell stories. She is passionate about using her art to bring viewers warmth and publish books that will educate and entertain readers. Lei aspires to become a professional book illustrator, particularly focusing on creating books related to her Teochew culture. She recently graduated from NTU School of Art, Design and Media, and specialised in Visual Communications.
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The Conch by FARM
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Swirling Surrounds by Jane B. Cowie
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(Photo credits: Mapletree)
Mr Edmund Cheng (left), Chairman, Mapletree, and Mr Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law, launching a series of Pop-Up Postcards as part of Mapletree’s latest CSR initiative Mapletree Art with a Purpose.
(From left) Mr Wu Long Peng, Director, MPACT Management Ltd; Mr Samuel Tsien, Non-Executive Chairman and Director, MPACT Management Ltd and Director, Mapletree; Mr Hiew Yoon Khong, Group Chief Executive Officer, Mapletree; Mr Edmund Cheng, Chairman, Mapletree; Ms Chen Ziyue Angeline, Artist; Mr Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law; Ms Ang Shi Min, Artist; Ms Huang Lei, Artist; Dr Roland Yeow, Executive Director, Boys’ Town; Ms Jolene Fok, Community Relations Manager, Beyond Social Services and Mr Wan Kwong Weng, Group Chief Corporate Officer, Mapletree, at Mapletree Art with a Purpose launch ceremony.
Mr Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law, delivering the keynote speech at Mapletree Art with a Purpose launch ceremony.
Mr Edwin Tong (left), Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law, and Mr Edmund Cheng, Chairman, Mapletree, with a Pop-Up Postcard purchased from the Mapletree Art with a Purpose vending machine.
The six Pop-Up Postcards featuring art installations in MBC were illustrated by three Singaporean artists: Ang Shi Min, Chen Ziyue Angeline and Huang Lei.
Each of the Pop-Up Postcards retails at S$5.90 and can be purchased from vending machines at VivoCity (near W Optics #01-143) and Alexandra Retail Centre (Level 1, Atrium) from 21 January 2025 to 1 September 2025.
The Group manages three Singapore-listed real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) and nine private equity real estate funds, which hold a diverse portfolio of assets in Asia Pacific, Europe, the United Kingdom (“UK”) and the United States (“US”). As at 31 March 2024, Mapletree owns and manages S$77.5 billion of office, retail, logistics, industrial, data centre, residential and student accommodation properties.
The Group’s assets are located across 13 markets globally, namely Singapore, Australia, Canada, China, Europe, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, the UK, the US and Vietnam. To support its global operations, Mapletree has established an extensive network of offices in these countries.
