The Karim Family Foundation established the Karim Family Foundation Scholarship and launched it at a Gift Ceremony held on 27 February 2023, at the SMU University Lounge. The Scholarship will provide each recipient with S$20,000 per year for their four years of study. This scholarship was initiated by Cindy and Chayadi Karim, who are both alumni of SMU.

“We experienced some of the most formative years of our lives during our time at SMU and in Singapore, and we count ourselves very fortunate to be able to help provide this same opportunity to other aspiring Indonesian undergraduates,” said Cindy and Chayadi.
“Our hope is for the Karim Family Foundation scholars to be able to experience that same University education as we did, to be able to focus intently on their studies and participate in everything that university life has to offer, without having to worry about their finances.”
By investing in education, the Karim family is giving back in a meaningful way that goes beyond traditional philanthropy – they are making an impact on society by creating positive change through investing in the futures of youths.