RYTHM Foundation is the social impact initiative of QI Group. Guided by the philosophy Raise Yourself To Help Mankind, the Foundation invests in underserved communities through education, empowerment, environmental initiatives, strategic partnerships, community service, employee volunteering, and long-term development programmes. This FAQ answers common questions about our mission, focus areas, impact, partnerships, volunteering, donations, and getting involved.
RYTHM Foundation is the social impact initiative of QI Group. It invests in communities through strategic partnerships, community service, employee volunteering, grants, and development programmes that support underserved and marginalised communities.
RYTHM stands for Raise Yourself to Help Mankind. It reflects the Foundation’s belief that lasting social change begins when individuals grow, serve others, and help communities rise.
Yes. RYTHM Foundation is QI Group’s social impact arm. In Malaysia, its work is carried out through Vijayaratnam Foundation, the Foundation’s Malaysian chapter.
RYTHM Foundation works to empower lives and transform communities by supporting initiatives that create long-term social value. Its work focuses on education, empowerment, environment, volunteerism, and strategic partnerships aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
RYTHM Foundation Limited is registered in Hong Kong. Vijayaratnam Foundation, its Malaysian chapter, is based in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
RYTHM Foundation focuses on Education, Empowerment, and Environment to help underserved communities build better futures. Its work includes inclusive education, skills development, support for women and marginalised groups, sustainable livelihoods, community resilience, and environmental initiatives that improve lives while protecting the planet.
RYTHM Foundation aligns its work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially through education, gender equality, reduced inequalities, clean energy, sustainable communities, and partnerships. Its programmes use the SDGs as a framework for creating measurable and meaningful community impact.
Taarana is an award-winning centre for children with special education needs in Malaysia. Established by RYTHM Foundation in 2011, Taarana provides education resources and support for children with special learning needs and their families.
The Gift of Life programme supports worthy causes aligned with RYTHM Foundation’s focus areas. The Foundation identifies causes, conducts due diligence, recommends beneficiaries, disburses funds, and monitors project progress.
RYTHM Foundation’s Sustainable Community Programmes work with grassroots partners to improve the social, economic, and environmental conditions of rural and underserved communities. Projects include infrastructure development, capacity building, and community-based initiatives that support long-term sustainability.
RYTHM Foundation supports underserved and marginalised communities, including children, youth, women, girls, indigenous communities, persons with special education needs, rural communities, and vulnerable groups.
RYTHM Foundation works with partners across different regions, including developing countries and underserved communities, where grassroots support can create long-term social value. Its initiatives include projects in Africa, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and other communities connected to QI Group’s global presence.
RYTHM Foundation’s community projects have reached more than 1 million beneficiaries across 30+ countries, supported by global partnerships and volunteer engagement.
RYTHM Foundation creates long-term impact by working with partners at the grassroots level, supporting community-led development, funding practical needs, building local capacity, encouraging volunteerism, and aligning projects with sustainable development outcomes.
Yes. RYTHM Foundation promotes volunteerism through employee engagement, community initiatives, and youth-focused volunteer programmes. Opportunities may vary by location, programme, and partner needs.
The Employee Community Impact programme encourages QI Group employees to volunteer with causes adopted by RYTHM Foundation. Employees are encouraged to dedicate at least 12 hours to community service. Since its formal launch in 2013, QI employees have contributed more than 125,000 volunteer hours across more than 30 countries.
The Volunteer Development Programme is a RYTHM Foundation initiative that encourages youth volunteerism and public engagement in Malaysia. Participants support causes across education, environmental action, youth empowerment, community service, and related areas.
Yes. RYTHM Foundation works with NGOs, social enterprises, community organisations, educational institutions, and grassroots partners to deliver programmes that create sustainable social impact.
RYTHM Foundation supports projects that align with its focus areas: education, empowerment, and the environment. Projects are considered based on community need, strategic alignment, potential for long-term impact, due diligence, and the ability to monitor progress.
Organisations with initiatives aligned to RYTHM Foundation’s focus areas may submit relevant details for consideration. Requests should clearly explain the community need, intended beneficiaries, expected outcomes, project requirements, and how the initiative supports education, empowerment, or the environment.
You can contact RYTHM Foundation by email at [email protected] with details of the cause, organisation, beneficiary group, project need, location, and contact information.
Yes. Visitors can support RYTHM Foundation’s work by donating through the website. Donations help the Foundation support education, empowerment, environment, community development, and other social impact initiatives.
Media representatives can contact RYTHM Foundation by emailing [email protected]. The website also includes media coverage, press releases, and updates that provide background on the Foundation’s work.
You can contact RYTHM Foundation at [email protected]. The Foundation’s Hong Kong and Malaysia office details are listed on the website.
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