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Transforming the Sunway Education Trust Fund into the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation (JCF) in 2010 marked a major turning point in Malaysia’s educational funding landscape.

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Overview

Our visionary founder, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Sir Dr Jeffrey Cheah KBE AO, made an impactful decision to bring his vision of social giving to life. Making history in educational philanthropy, he took a bold step by transferring the equity of Sunway Education Group’s learning institutions, worth billions of Ringgit, to the foundation.

Under the steadfast and distinguished guidance of our Board of Trustees, JCF remains unwavering in its commitment to our core values. Every student, regardless of their family background, financial status, or ethnicity, deserves access to high-quality education.

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With over RM745 million in scholarships awarded, our foundation’s steadfast commitment has made a substantial impact on the educational pursuits of deserving Malaysians in various disciplines. It has ignited hope and possibility, changing lives and our nation’s path.

Through scholarships and guidance, our mission is to empower students, ensuring a future brimming with promise and success. With unwavering zeal, the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation strives to nurture the next generation of leaders, instilling in them a burning desire to give back to society, not just within Malaysia, but on a global scale.

JCF Scholars: Turning Opportunity into Impact

In this heartwarming video, three JCF Community Scholars share their inspiring journeys of how the JCF Community Scholarship transformed their lives. They reflect on the opportunities it provided and how they are now paying it forward by uplifting others in their communities.

Accumulated No. of Scholarship Recipients
(Thousands)

Accumulated Scholarship Amount Awarded
(RM Millions)

26,000
2015
RM 210m
31,000
2016
RM 270m
34,000
2017
RM 330m
40,000
2018
RM 402m
46,000
2019
RM 482m
51,000
2020
RM 538m
54,000
2021
RM 570m
58,000
2022
RM 619m
64,000
2023
RM 678m
70,000
2024
RM 745m
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RM 745 million

awarded in Scholarships & growing

PURSUE TERTIARY EDUCATION THROUGH SCHOLARSHIP

Sunway University

Sunway University

Sunway University is a leading private institution in Malaysia, dedicated to providing world-class education with a focus on excellence, innovation, and global collaboration. It nurtures future leaders and changemakers with top-tier academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and industry partnerships.

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Sunway College

Sunway College

Sunway College offers a comprehensive range of pre-university, diploma, and professional courses designed to prepare students for academic and career success. With experienced faculty, industry-relevant programmes, and strong university pathways, it empowers students to excel and achieve their goals.

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Be The Catalyst of Hope for Students in Need

At JCF, we prioritise and support talented, determined students who face financial barriers. These future leaders in education, medicine, business, nursing, engineering, leadership and more, have the potential to inspire and uplift others.

The Jeffrey Cheah Community Scholarship bridges the gap, offering deserving students the opportunity to pursue their educational dreams. Your contribution helps transform the lives of B40 students, lifting entire families from poverty and creating lasting change. By supporting scholarships, companies can align with their values and contribute to nation-building.

Your donation creates a ripple effect, making a meaningful difference for students and our nation’s future.

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