• Before 1992, the Malays and Indians could seek assistance from the Yayasan MENDAKI and the Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA) respectively. However, the Chinese did not have a prominent self-help group that catered to their needs.
• In 1992, the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) and the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations (SFCCA) jointly set up the Singapore Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC).
• CDAC aims to provide assistance to the less privileged in the Chinese community, especially through providing education and financial support. Through various projects, programmes and assistance schemes, CDAC helps the less privileged to unleash their potential and achieve greater social mobility. These programmes include student development, parent education, family support, and activities for senior citizens such as volunteer and recreational programmes.

To broaden and deepen the support for disadvantaged families, the Chinese Development Assistance Council will adjust their support strategies, which include providing a wide range of assistance to specific students and parents who need additional help. （Lianhe Wanbao, 3/12/2018）