Our values

We believe that education creates opportunity, shapes individuals and ultimately the well being of the community. We believe that every Malaysian deserves quality education as it will more likely enable them to find and engage in meaningful work and contribute as citizens and to reach their full potential.

Who are we

We are an independent, not-for-profit, non-governmental charitable organisation established by the private sector on 8 July 2011 as a company limited by guarantee to promote and support education for the sole benefit of the Malaysian community. We are funded primarily by the profits of Pan Malaysian Pools Sdn Bhd (operating under “Da Ma Cai”) and the returns from our investments. We also accept donations from the public.

We are governed by our Board of Trustees who contribute their time voluntarily, and are supported by a team of professionals and volunteers at our subsidiary, Pusat Pengurusan Pendidikan Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

Our logo depicts who we are – at the centre of our logo is the heart, where charity begins. The 3 human forms are united in purpose and depicted in the colours of the Malaysian flag, symbolising the community spirit of neighbours helping neighbours within the multiracial Malaysian community which we serve. The white background signifies transparency and accountability, our key guiding principle. The open book represents our open minded approach and our focus on education, and the turning pages of the book signify action and our involvement in promoting learning within the community.

Our mission

We can fund the establishment, development and advancement of Learning Institutions, namely schools, colleges, universities and higher learning institutions in Malaysia.

We can fund initiatives designed to transform and improve the quality of education in Learning Institutions and the quality of Learning Institutions. However, as our resources are limited, we focus on Learning Institutions which are not-for-profit and which do not receive sufficient funding and/or aid from the State or Federal Governments of Malaysia or from the community. We can also provide scholarships and help eligible and deserving students gain access to quality education.

Further, we can carry out research, studies and analysis and compile data and information in pursuit of our objectives and we can publish and sponsor the publication and dissemination of materials relating to education.

The Community Chest