A Legacy in Motion: From 24 Years of Teaching to a Lifetime of Giving
45 Days to Raise the Amount We Need to enter a New Chapter for the Children of Singapore & the rest of South East Asia. Picture the Magic of Teacher Emil and Stage for Kids Inspiring Children All Over – We Can Make That Happen, but We Want Your Help.
For over two decades, the heartbeat of Stage for Kids Global (SFKG) has been simple: Inspiration. But today, that heartbeat is evolving into something deeper, more purposeful, and more permanent.
A Journey of Radical Independence
For 24 years, Stage for Kids—founded and led by Teacher Emil—has stood as a testament to self-reliance. We have operated with a “zero-debt” philosophy: no loans, no debts, and owing no one. Every cent that came in was dedicated to one mission: keeping our programs, events, and educational outreach affordable and reachable for all. We chose to pour our resources back into the children rather than building a corporate safety net.
Strangely, we have realized that this very independence has become our greatest challenge. In a world that has shifted, our self-reliance is now an obstruction to our continuation. We are at a crossroads, and to keep the dream alive, we must change how we fly.
A Message from Teacher Emil
My life’s work has never been just about “running a business.” It is a mission to elevate every “little person” I encounter. My personal values are the engine of this mission; to leave a space better than when I first entered and to cultivate in the hearts and minds of children that they can be brave, be kind, and able to share their voices.
Teaching and developing young people is my passion, love, and life. This is why, this time of struggle is the opportunity to rise up and transition into a charity where our work – my work – continue to elevate children and their carers – families and educators – and instill important values, soft skills, and inspiration to reach beyond the stars. If I can do it, they can too.
This is where I need you. Your contribution = every dollar counts. Join our legacy. We have extended our deadline to strive to achieve our goals.
Thank you, and stay awesome.
With hope, faith, and gratitude,
Teacher Emil Antoan
Our Roadmap: The Global Fundraising Goal
We are running out of time, and we need your help – alumni, supporters, families whom we have affected and the children we have taught through the years, peers and partners old and current, the people in the community whom we call friends, and those we have helped through the years, even the friends of friends who contacted each other to support us – to cross the finish line. Once we achieve our global fundraising target, we will:
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Cover our “reds” and fulfill the remainder of our classroom contracts. In addition: Offering up our space to young arts groups and running free classes and camps.
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Formalize our transition to official Charity Status. Begin our application to ACRA (status: Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG). Next to submit application to Commissioner of Charities (COC) – and the next steps.
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Perform “Be Brave Jacob”: A free, performance dedicated to disadvantaged families, ensuring the magic of the arts is accessible to those who need it most.
The 45-Day Seed Mission
To make this dream a reality, we must build a stable foundation. We have set a 45-day window to raise the funds we need. This “Seed Funding” is the oxygen we need to stabilize our team and legally formalize our transformation.
We’re reaching out to our supporters to help us achieve this; as we’re not able to do public donations until we have formal status. We are intent to achieve this; so we can focus on bringing the magic of Stage for Kids Arts & Performances both in Singapore, and in the region.
Your support funds this roadmap:
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The Foundation: Legal transition and restructuring into a non-profit entity.
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The Rebirth: Preparing our educators for our new regional mission in Singapore and South East Asia.
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The Launch: Establishing free weekend Open Art Spaces and Arts Education Camps for regional shelters and orphanages.
be a part of our legacy, join our supporters’ list.
We want to honor those who stood with us at this turning point. Every contributor will automatically be added to our Supporters’ List. We will offer special thank you offers, including doing a special Supporters’ Event/Performance slated for Dec once we have enough members.
Supporters who contribute $10 and above (via any of the ways listed below) will be invited to a Supporters’ Thank You event slated for Dec 2026 (a performance & tea time greet). Tickets will be assigned according to the amount donated; an event to show our appreciation.
How You Can Help
We’re not asking for donations, we are offering three products to raise the funds. If you would like to not purchase any of the three, you are still welcome to simply contribute any amount you would like. Just use the same payment button.
What are the products on offer for this fundraiser? These are;
1. The Mystery Book Bundle ($100 or more)
Support our fundraising drive by purchasing our special Mystery Book Bundle. You will receive 33 amazing educational/children story books perfect for your home, classroom, or school library. Only for Singapore, and limited stocks available
2. Custom Song – any amount
Purchase our custom song – where can will produce a song just for you based off your words, events, suggestions, and any other special occasions and themes. Any amount will do for this product. If you select this product and pay $50 and more, you will have the option to have it released – through our artist label – onto major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music.
3. Extra Supporters’ List Event Tickets – $60 and move
Contribute $60 and more, and we will assign extra tickets for you at the Supporters’ Event.
4. Simply to Contribute – any amount.
If you would not need any of the three items above, but would like to simply contribute to our legacy and a part of our journey, we welcome your generosity. (You will still be added to the Supporters’ List)
You may use the same payment button.
Or, you may make your contribution via
• Paynow
Stage for Kids Global UEN: 201804901Z
Teacher Emil Paynow: 88992291 (Emxx Antxxx…)
- PayPal: Send to shine@stageforkids.com
- Stripe: Send to shine@stageforkids.com
Need to speak with someone? Speak with Teacher Emil Antoan directly via Whatsapp at +65 88992291.
“For 24 years, I have given children a stage. Today, I am asking you to help me bring that stage to the world’s most vulnerable hearts. I am calling upon my community, my family of different kinds. Let’s make the world a better place, one little person at a time.”
Teacher Emil Antoan & The Stage for Kids Global Team
