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Tan Kah Kee (Chinese: 陳嘉庚; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Tân Ka-kiⁿ; also spelled as Chen Jiageng; 21 October 1874 – 12 August 1961) was a Chinese businessman, investor, and philanthropist active in Singapore and the Chinese cities of Hong Kong, Shanghai, Xiamen, and Guangzhou.
1874 – 1961 An overseas Chinese legend, Mr. Tan Kah Kee’s legacies have inspired many in Southeast Asia. From immigrant origins, he rose to prominence as an eminent entrepreneur, social reformer, political activist, philanthropist, community leader and educationist.
A man who wore many hats, Tan Kah Kee was a philanthropist, business tycoon, social reformer, education promoter, community leader and Chinese patriot, who showed tenacity and generosity in the face of adversity.
Tan Kah Kee (b. 21 October 1874, Jimei, Tong’an, Quanzhou, Fujian, China–d. 12 August 1961, Beijing, China)1 was a prominent Chinese businessman and philanthropist, nicknamed the “Henry Ford of Malaya”.
The mission of the Foundation is to foster the Tan Kah Kee spirit in entrepreneurship and dedication to education. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to continuing the spirit of Tan Kah Kee. “Treat people with sincerity. Do things with perseverance.” If you have any questions, please contact us.
Mar 23, 2024 · SINGAPORE – A successful entrepreneur, a philanthropist who built schools in South-east Asia and China and a Chinese community leader – this is how Singapore pioneer Tan Kah Kee is remembered by...
Tan Kah Kee, nicknamed ‘Henry Ford of Malaya’, was a shrewd businessman who made his fortune in pineapple and rubber, as well as in the tin canning business.
Mar 27, 2024 · Tan Kah Kee, a prominent figure in Singapore's history, was more than just a successful businessman. Born in Xiamen, China, in 1874 during the Qing dynasty, he embarked on a journey that would shape not only his life but also the landscape of Singapore.
“The Legacy of Tan Kah Kee and Lee Kong Chian” exhibition is initi-ated by the National Library of Sin-gapore. It is jointly organised with the Tan Kah Kee Foundation, and the participation of Xiamen Library. It is generously sponsored by the National by Jane Wee Senior Librarian, Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, National Library
Oct 30, 2019 · He saw Tan Kah Kee as the epitome of the ru shang (儒商) - th e mercha nts who had internalized Confucian values. He explained to me how such men not only valued education but also embodied the ideals of trust, thrift and industry that were at the core of Chinese culture.
