Established in 1918 with the purpose of uniting their fellow folks, helping them resolve their difficulties and disputes, uniting folks and promoting the welfare of its members. The Clan built its clubhouse at Bukit Pasoh Road in 1928 on the land donated by its founding President, Mr Xiao Zhilai.
When World War II ended, Chin Kang Huay Kuan set up a Relief Section in 1946 to strengthen ties and take care of the interests of its members. In 1947, they founded the Chin Kang School for children whose education had been badly disrupted by the Japanese Occupation and offering night classes so that more students can receive education.
After Singapore’s independence, education was adequately provided by the government. Chin Kang School was closed at the end of 1975. In the following year, the Clan set up the Recreation Section as part of its mission to promote cultural activities.
In 2008, they set up a Youth Group to foster ties among Chin Kang’s youth globally, assist new immigrants to integrate, as well as to groom successors for the clan.
Chin Kang Huay Kuan is now constructing a “Chin Kang Gallery” to give its clubhouse a new facelift. The Gallery will incorporate the use of digital technology to create a unique experience for visitors to appreciate the contribution of the forefathers from Chin Kang and learn their values of unity and perseverance. The Gallery will also raise the awareness of clan associations and help to preserve the traditions and heritage.
Two calligraphy pieces by Shen Muyu and Wu Zhongshan, both of Chin Kang descent, perfectly reflect the values of Integrity, Humanity, Unity and Hard Work of the clan and the strong bond between members tied by their roots.
