Planning Your Own Team Building Event Series - Choosing CSR-Inspired Prizes

When planning a team building event, it’s easy to default to typical prizes like shopping vouchers or snacks. But why not go a step further and choose prizes that make a difference?

CSR-inspired (Corporate Social Responsibility) prizes support social enterprises, give back to the community, and make your event feel more meaningful—without breaking your budget. Plus, these prizes often come with great stories your team can feel good about.

Here are some impactful and easy-to-source CSR-friendly prize options—all available in Singapore:

The Art Faculty by Pathlight

This award-winning initiative supports artists on the autism spectrum by turning their artwork into stylish and functional products like tote bags, notebooks, mugs, and more.

  • Great for: Teams who appreciate creativity and design
  • Why it works: You support local artists and raise awareness for autism inclusion.

MINDS Social Enterprise (MINDS Shop / If Social Enterprise)

MINDS supports persons with intellectual disabilities through handcrafted products, snacks, and gift sets. Their items are often beautifully packaged and suitable for events.

  • Great for: Affordable, practical gift sets
  • Why it works: You’re empowering differently-abled individuals with meaningful employment.

SPD Collaborations

SPD collaborates with local artists and persons with disabilities to produce handcrafted items and wellness gifts—such as coasters, pouches, notebooks, and essential oil rollers.

  • Great for: Thoughtful, wellness-themed prizes
  • Why it works: Proceeds go directly to supporting persons with physical disabilities in Singapore.

The Animal Project

A social enterprise working with artists with special needs to create animal-themed merchandise ranging from mugs and tumblers to soft toys.

  • Great for: Animal lovers and families
  • Why it works: Each piece supports both the artist and their cause.

Dignity Mama / Project Dignity

This initiative empowers youths with special needs and disadvantaged groups through retail and F&B ventures. Gift packs can include pre-loved books, snacks, or handmade items.

  • Great for: Bookworms or mixed-bag prizes
  • Why it works: Your purchase supports inclusive employment.

The Social Space

A beautiful lifestyle concept store and café that carries curated eco- and socially-conscious products such as sustainable cutlery sets, skincare, and candles.

  • Great for: Stylish and practical prizes
  • Why it works: Supports multiple causes including fair trade, sustainability, and inclusive employment.

Conclusion

Choosing CSR-inspired prizes lets you reward your team and make a positive impact. Whether you’re supporting local artists, empowering individuals with disabilities, or contributing to inclusive employment—these small gestures go a long way.

At PulseActiv, we’re all about creating meaningful team building experiences that don’t just bring teams together, but bring value to the world around us.

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