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  • Tanoto Foundation Fellowship Programme

    Tanoto Foundation Fellowship Programme

    About the Programme

    Key Beneficiaries

    Early-career professionals (up to 26 years old)

    The Tanoto Foundation Fellowship Programme develops purpose and mission driven future leaders, equipping them to design and implement initiatives that create sustainable impact. It is a full-time, one-year programme for fresh graduates and early-career professionals up to 26 years old. Tanoto Fellows are immersed in the education and social development ecosystem, placed within Tanoto Foundation’s partner areas to gain unparalleled hands-on experience.

    Through project-based learning, Tanoto Fellows
    strengthen key competencies such as resilience,
    collaboration, project and resource management,
    data-driven problem solving, and empowering
    others. Their journey is further enriched by
    leadership development training, mentoring,
    coaching, and networking opportunities with
    experts. Upon completion, they join the Tanoto
    Fellows Network, a lifelong community for
    collaboration and continuous growth, driving
    sustainable impact and advancing Indonesia’s
    education and social development.

    Key Beneficiaries

    Early-career professionals (up to 26 years old)

    Our Goals

    Develop purpose and mission driven future leaders in education and social development sectors
    Develop purpose and mission driven future leaders in education and social development sectors
    Strengthen Indonesia’s education and social development ecosystems
    Strengthen Indonesia’s education and social development ecosystems
    Promote sustainable development in education
    Promote sustainable development in education
    Foster collaboration, networking, and cocreation towards sustainable impact
    Foster collaboration, networking, and cocreation towards sustainable impact
    Build a lifelong community of like-minded leaders in education and social development sectors
    Build a lifelong community of like-minded leaders in education and social development sectors

    Our Impact

    134,888

    parents reached

    29

    Rumah Anak SIGAP Centers

    5,035

    ECE Centers Impacted

    81

    Partner Districts

    75,238

    Children Reached

    134,888

    parents reached

    29

    Rumah Anak SIGAP Centers

    5,035

    ECE Centers Impacted

    81

    Partner Districts

    75,238

    Partner Districts

    Key Programmes Components

    Structured Leadership Development

    Structured Leadership Development

    Fellows will participate in structured leadership training, interactive workshops, and guided independent learning to strengthen their leadership qualities, critical thinking, and data-driven problem-solving skills. These experiences are designed to cultivate a sustainable impact mindset and prepare them for future leadership roles in the social development sector.

    Ecosystem Immersion

    Ecosystem Immersion

    Fellows will engage in field visits and direct engagements with stakeholders across the education and social development ecosystems, including schools, local communities, and government leaders. These hands-on experiences will broaden their perspectives and deepen their understanding of the challenges and opportunities within these sectors.

    Project-Based Experiential Learning

    Project-Based Experiential Learning

    Fellows will design and implement educationor social-focused initiatives that address gaps identified in the ecosystem, working in collaboration with local partners. While these projects primarily serve as a vehicle for their learning and development, Fellows also actively contribute to improving the quality and equity of education and community well-being in the areas they serve.

    Coaching, Mentoring, and Networking

    Coaching, Mentoring, and Networking

    Fellows will actively manage their learning through coaching and mentoring from experienced leaders within Tanoto Foundation and external partners. This support, combined with networking opportunities with relevant experts and stakeholders, provides valuable insights and guidance to strengthen their professional development.

    Evaluation and Reflection

    Evaluation and Reflection

    At the end of the programme, Fellows will reflect on their experiences, evaluate the outcomes of their initiatives, and share key learnings with peers and stakeholders. This process fosters continuous growth and helps Fellows recognise their role in advancing Indonesia’s education and social development beyond the programme.

  • BEACON

    BEACON

    About BEACON

    Key Beneficiaries

    18-25 years old

    Be Empowered and Active to Contribute to the Nation (BEACON),  is a scholarship and leadership development programme designed to prepare the next generation of leaders to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond in Singapore. Through a combination of structured training, community service, and hands-on learning, BEACON provides scholars with exposure to real-world leadership scenarios.

    The programme encourages active engagement and fosters collaboration, allowing scholars to build strong networks with peers, mentors, and industry leaders worldwide. BEACON also offers continuous leadership development through workshops, mentorship, and professional guidance.

    Key Beneficiaries

    18-25 years old

    Partner Universities

    National University of Singapore, School of Medicine
    National University of Singapore, School of Medicine

    Singapore Management University
    Singapore Management University

    Nanyang Technological University Singapore
    Nanyang Technological University Singapore

    Nine Characteristics of Future Leaders

    Integrity
    Integrity
    Grit
    Grit
    Innovative
    Innovative
    Empower Others
    Empower Others
    Care for Others
    Care for Others
    Self Awareness
    Self Awareness
    Entrepreneurial Spirit
    Entrepreneurial Spirit
    Continuous Learning
    Continuous Learning
    Driven
    Driven

    Our Impact

    14

    New Tanoto Scholars

    45

    Tanoto Scholars active students

    208

    Tanoto Scholars

    14

    New Tanoto Scholars

    45

    Tanoto Scholars active students

    208

    Tanoto Scholars

    14

    New Tanoto Scholars

    45

    Tanoto Scholars active students

    208

    Tanoto Scholars

    Key Activities

    Leadership Development Training and Workshops

    Leadership Development Training and Workshops

    The training and workshops under BEACON help to sharpen the soft and leadership skills of Tanoto scholars. Conducted by professional trainers, they expose scholars to broader concepts and training in leadership and service.

    Project Sukacita

    Project Sukacita

    A ground-up programme, Project Sukacita was founded by Tanoto scholars in 2012 as a community service initiative to uplift the lives of under-privileged communities in Singapore and beyond. Through volunteering, Tanoto scholars hone their leadership skills, gain broader exposure and share their values with partners and beneficiaries. Over the past years, Tanoto Foundation scholars worked in partnership with Singapore non-profit organisation Heartware Network to empower senior citizens through workshops held at community clubs. The workshops focused on issues facing senior citizens like dealing with diabetes, falls and managing hypertension and hyperlipidemia.

    Tanoto Scholars Annual Networking

    Tanoto Scholars Annual Networking

    The Tanoto Scholars Annual Networking (TSAN) event is held annually with an aim to forge strong bonds among Tanoto scholars and alumni in Singapore. This serves as a good platform for Tanoto scholars to meet with Tanoto Foundation’s leaders, welcome new scholars, network and learn from our distinguished speakers on various topics such as leadership and lifelong learning.

    Tanoto Scholar Association

    Tanoto Scholar Association

    Tanoto scholars and alumni are encouraged to enhance their skills by connecting with a network of peers and fellow alumni. Together, they strive to be catalysts for positive change in society.

    Community Voices

    “The Tanoto Scholarship gave me opportunities to lead, stretch myself, and meet amazing people”

    Vincent Wise

    NTU, BA. Economics, Class of 2021, Singapore

    “I am honored to be a Tanoto Scholar, and glad that I also had the chance to work with the Foundation in pursuing a good cause”

    Mandy Foong Shi Yun

    NUS YLLSOM, MBBS, Class of 2022, Singapore

    “I am very thankful to be a part of Tanoto Foundation family and to have a donor that really cares about nurturing student growth in leadership”

    Charlie Angriawan Oei

    SMU, BSc. Computer Science, Class of 2022, Singapore

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  • TELADAN

    TELADAN

    About TELADAN

    Key Beneficiaries

    Undergraduate Student
    (18-22 years old)

    TELADAN (Teaching Leadership, Advancing the Nation), which also means ‘role model’ in Indonesian, is Tanoto Foundation’s premier leadership development initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of purpose and mission driven Indonesian leaders. The programme provides outstanding undergraduate students at partner universities with a holistic ecosystem of learning and growth, combining comprehensive financial aid covering full tuition and living allowances with a multi-year, structured leadership development journey.

    Throughout the programme, Tanoto Scholars sharpen essential soft skills through leadership training, coaching and mentoring, project-based experiential learning, community engagement, and professional preparation. This journey shapes them into well-rounded future leaders with a sustainability mindset, ready to create meaningful and lasting contributions to their communities and the nation.

    Key Beneficiaries

    Undergraduate Student
    (18-22 years old)

    Partner Universities

    IPB University
    IPB University

    Institut Teknologi Bandung
    Institut Teknologi Bandung

    Universitas Brawijaya
    Universitas Brawijaya

    Universitas Diponegoro
    Universitas Diponegoro

    Universitas Gadjah Mada
    Universitas Gadjah Mada

    Universitas Hasanuddin
    Universitas Hasanuddin

    Universitas Indonesia
    Universitas Indonesia

    Universitas Mulawarman
    Universitas Mulawarman

    Universitas Riau
    Universitas Riau

    Universitas Sumatera Utara
    Universitas Sumatera Utara

    Registration for the TELADAN 2027 Program is open from July 1 to September 7, 2026.

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    Nine Characteristics of Future Leaders

    Self Awareness
    Self Awareness
    Continuous Learning
    Continuous Learning
    Driven
    Driven
    Care for Others
    Care for Others
    Grit
    Grit
    Integrity
    Integrity
    Innovative
    Innovative
    Empower Others
    Empower Others
    Entrepreneurial Spirit
    Entrepreneurial Spirit

    Our Goals

    Leadership development
    Leadership development
    Professional preparation
    Professional preparation
    Social contribution
    Social contribution
    Agency for change
    Agency for change

    Our Impact

    8,803

    Tanoto Scholars (2006–2025)

    811

    Social projects implemented by Tanoto Scholars

    564

    Scholars participated in global immersion programmes

    8,803

    Tanoto Scholars (2006–2025)

    811

    Social projects implemented by Tanoto Scholars

    564

    Scholars participated in global immersion programmes

    8,803

    Tanoto Scholars (2006–2025)

    811

    Social projects implemented by Tanoto Scholars

    564

    Scholars participated in global immersion programmes

    Key Activities

    Leadership Development Training

    Leadership Development Training

    Structured learning journey designed to develop impactful leaders that give meaningful contribution to the community, through Lead Self, Lead Others, and Professional Preparation Programme.

    Tanoto Student Research Award (TSRA)

    Tanoto Student Research Award (TSRA)

    Awarded to university students who conduct interdisciplinary research collaboratively and innovatively to address real challenges in the community.

    Tanoto Scholars Gathering (TSG)

    Tanoto Scholars Gathering (TSG)

    An annual event where Tanoto Scholars in the TELADAN programme gather to reflect on their learning, sharpen collaborative skills, and strengthen networks with peers from various universities.

    Pay It Forward

    Pay It Forward

    Under the management of the Tanoto Scholars Association, scholars lead community and social projects that support the Sustainable Development Goals.

    Sponsorship and Global Experiences

    Sponsorship and Global Experiences

    Additional merit-based support is provided to accelerate Tanoto Scholars’ leadership development through participation in national and international forums, competitions, and conferences.

    Professional Immersion and Internship

    Professional Immersion and Internship

    Scholars gain first-hand professional experience through industry immersion and internships at leading companies, complemented by practical business acumen and professional preparation trainings.

    Community Voices

    “Through Tanoto Foundation, I not only received financial assistance, but also got the knowledge, soft skills and networking I needed to support my career.”

    Anton Sony Wibowo

    Universitas Gadjah Mada Academic Hospital, Head and Neck Surgery Department, Yogyakarta, Republic of Indonesia

    “The Tanoto Future Leader Business Acumen Program helped me hone my business skills and sensitivity, such as how to seize opportunities, find niches, and look for unique value propositions.”

    Michael Hutahaean

    Runner-up of 2022 Tanoto Future Leader Business Acumen Program, Republic of Indonesia

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