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Singapore Red Cross Intensifies Humanitarian Efforts as Multiple Disasters Devas

16 October 2025

• Launch of public appeal to support disaster response in the Philippines• Contribution of S$50,000 to support immediate relief efforts in Vietnam • Activation of Restor...

Singapore Red Cross’ Humanitarian Aid Arrives in Gaza

07 October 2025

Today marks two years since the onset of the Gaza Humanitarian Crisis. The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) continues to stand in solidarity with those affected, working alongside the Egy...

A Full Plate: Care Package Distribution

As part of our ongoing partnership with A Full Plate, Singapore’s largest food donation drive by FairPrice Group and FairPrice Foundation, the Singapore Red Cross’ Meals with L...

Our Home. Love 60 Charity Concert «同一家园·爱心60慈善演出» raises

[Philippines Earthquake: Death Toll Rises, Thousands Displaced] Singapore Red Cr

03 October 2025

Singapore, 3 October 2025 – In response to the devastation caused by the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu on 1 October 2025, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) will contribut...

[International Day of Elder Persons] SRC Unveils Home Monitoring Solution 2.0, D

01 October 2025

Singapore, 1 October 2025 – Guest-of-Honour Mr Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Law & Ministry of Social and Family Development launched the improved ve...

Building A Firm Foundation

At 15 years old, Benedict displays inspiring self restraint and discipline. While this took years of practice in the face of adversity, this resilient Young Heart beneficiary shows...

[Gaza Humanitarian Crisis] Singapore Red Cross Hands Over SGD$1.2 Million in Hum

21 September 2025

Witnessed by President Tharman Shanmugaratnam,Patron of Singapore Red Cross in Cairo, Egypt Singapore, 21 September 2025 – The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is intensifying support ...

Singapore Hosts Inaugural National Blood Dialogue, Challenging Youth to Creative

19 September 2025

Singapore, 19 September 2025 – The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) and Singapore Red Cross (SRC) held their inaugural National Blood Dialogue, bringing together nearly 500 young ...

60 Lights, One Future: Shine Bright This SG60!

How to Save a Life

Mr Bernard Boey began his volunteering journey at 21. Now 27, the Community First Aider has been awarded with the Commendation Award for his sustained voluntary service to the Sing...

Deployed for Good

Mr DS Vickram was 22 years old when he first began his volunteering journey with the Singapore Red Cross Academy (SRCA). After ten years of growth and service in various parts of t...

Better Late Than Never

Mr Nadim van der Ros acknowledges that his volunteer journey started later than ideal. However, that has not stopped him from giving it his all. And now at 48, he is being awarded ...

Looking Past Stereotypes

Red Cross Youth was not Ms Caylene Mak’s first choice when it came to choosing her Co-curricular Activity (CCA) when she entered secondary school. A recipient of this year’s Pr...

Golden Years Spent with Purpose

At 56, Mr Roslan Bin Maarof could have settled into quiet retirement. Instead, he chose to look for purposeful ways to give back to the community. Now at 58, he will be receiving t...

Painting Upon a Canvas of Compassion

Mrs Eunice Yeo grew up with little. Therefore, she learnt early on to find joy in creating rather than owning. Now as a mother of two, she is determined to ensure that children fro...

Curiosity Saves the Cat

At 30, Ms Lydia Lee has now dedicated half her life as a volunteer with the Singapore Red Cross. A recipient of this year’s Singapore Red Cross High Commendation Award, Lydia loo...

The Tale of a Timid Trailblazer

RCY was never a dream co-curricular activity for Ms Richelle Lim. In fact, her decision to join the Singapore Red Cross Youth was purely pragmatic — she simply wanted the bonus C...

[Pakistan Floods] Singapore Red Cross Launches Fundraising Appeals; Commits $50

05 September 2025

Singapore, 5 September 2025 – The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is committing SGD50,000 to support the humanitarian efforts and launching a public fundraising appeal to support commu...

[Afghanistan Earthquake] Singapore Red Cross Launches Fundraising Appeals; Comm

04 September 2025

Singapore, 4 September 2025 – The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is committing SGD50,000 in humanitarian aid and launching a public fundraising appeal to support communities deva...

Singapore Red Cross Recognises over 300 Youth Leaders, Volunteers and Community

03 September 2025

• Spotlight on youth-led community projects that support the vulnerable• SG60 exhibition includes 60 stories of compassion and inclusivity Singapore, 3 September 2025 – At i...

A Legacy of Giving Back

Dayana Shahirah Binte Ridwan learnt the importance of generosity from her parents who dedicated their lives to volunteering. Now, as a mother of three, the Steady Steps Scheme bene...

Aunty Chan’s Secret to Happiness & Independence

Saved twice by the HoME+ system, Mdm Chan Woon Siong maintains her independence and peace of mind despite multiple health scares. The day we pulled up to Mdm Chan Woon Siong...

Shake It Off

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me” — or can they? 12-year-old Adam* grew up hearing how he was doomed to failure after bringing home one too ...

Building Our Singapore, One Life At A Time

As our nation celebrates 60 years of independence, a deeper focus is being placed on connecting Singaporeans with one another, contributing to our refreshed social compact and show...

Help On Wheels

The Singapore Red Cross First-Aiders On Wheels (FAOW) form a network of lifesavers who volunteer their skills, time, and energy, to ensure that our community spaces remain safe for...

Our Home. Love 60 Charity Concert «同一家园.爱心60慈善演出» Singapor

03 August 2025

Singapore, 3 August 2025 – In celebration of SG60 and in conjunction with Nanyang Hakka Federation’s 96th Anniversary and Wui Chiu Fui Kun’s 203rd anniversary, Nanyang Hakka ...

Hidden Heroes Wear Scrubs

There are countless films and television programmes that glorify and celebrate doctors. While they are undoubtedly important, we often forget that there are other nursing staff who...

“I Just Wanted to Follow In My Father’s Footsteps”

Champion of Champions Medallion recipient Mr Amri Fadzillah celebrates his 155th blood donation this year. What began as a childhood desire to emulate his father has blossomed into...

A Heart That Bleeds For Others

Long nights and a ton of coffee is what Software Developer Mr Cris Anthony Sarmien Dinglasan is used to. However, the 25-year-old Youthphoria Medallion recipient is committed to sw...

A Couple’s Commitment

Now at 64, with an impressive 102 donations to her name, Diamond medallion recipient Ms Sandran Cheng Shing Yuet reflects on the profound value of having a partner who nudged her t...

Like Father, Like Daughter

As she prepares to accept her Youthphoria medallion, Ms Candice Tan Hui Jun reflects on her journey from a young observer of her father's commitment to becoming a dedicated blood d...

From National Service to Lifelong Service

Mr Yasim Bin Mohamed Yatim will be receiving the Champion of Champions Medallion this year at 66 years old. His initial motivation? An early release from camp during his national s...

3rd Singapore Red Cross Volunteer Convention

10th Singapore Humanitarian Conference by the Singapore Red Cross

From Fear to Fulfilment

What began as a one-time favour to his employer soon developed into an enduring commitment for Mr Girish Ramchand Lakhani. Now after three decades of blood donation, he awaits his ...

In Memory of a Legacy

Mr Rajesh S/O Sobragemal started donating blood from the age of 18. Now 47, he looks back on his motivations and the legacy left behind by a father who gave generously. Regi...

Taking Flight to New Heights

Be Our Champion for Humanity!

One Community, Many Lifesavers

Red Cross Youth SG60 Project Raises Over $600,000 — 20,000 Households to Recei

02 July 2025

Singapore, 2 July 2025 – The Singapore Red Cross’ Youth annual fundraising and distribution drive, Project R.IC.E.+ has raised close to $630,000 to bring food and daily essenti...

Ronda’s Recipe for Success

Interested in getting your hands on her delicious chocolate chip cookies? Mdm Ronda will be raising funds for our annual fundraiser Grateful Hearts Day! Her cookies will be for sal...

Over 2,000 Blood Donors and Organisations Recognised at World Blood Donor Day

28 June 2025

Singapore, 28 June 2025 – At today’s World Blood Donor Day’s celebrations, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) and Health Sciences Authority (HSA) honoured 2,076 committed blood do...

Singapore Red Cross 51st Annual General Meeting

The 51st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) was held at Red Cross House on 23 June 2025. In his Opening Remarks, the Chairman reflected on how 2024 was ...

Trained to Bandage the Unseen Wounds

In a world full of emotional turmoil and invisible struggles, Alvin Ong discovered the power of listening and offering compassionate support through Psychosocial First Aid — a sk...

There’s An Afterparty — And You’re Invited

Love in Balance

At 53, Muchsin Dahalan is a father to four children, a senior manager, and a long-time volunteer with the Singapore Red Cross. His steadfast commitment extends beyond his family an...

A Father Who Cares

Guardian to five and a father-figure to more, Director of Care Services Mr Adrian Lim reflects on what Father’s Day means to the residents and beneficiaries of Red Cross Home for...

Strengthening Southeast Asia's Pandemic Preparedness at the CoEPP Dialogue 2025

As a follow-up to our Pandemic Readiness Enhancement Program training series in 2023 and 2024, we hosted a three-day Friends of Centre of Excellence for Pandemic Preparedness Dialo...

Let #DreamsTakeFlight at Wings of Art

Singapore Red Cross Charity Concert 2025: 同一家园.爱心60慈善演出

‘A Full Plate’, A Full Heart

Held over two days, the Meals with Love care package distribution brought together communities from all across Singapore in support of those who need it most. A nationwide s...

#SRCINTHEZONE - Meet the people behind SRC’s Medical Chaperone and Transportat

We’re continuing our #SRCintheZone series with a spotlight on our very own help on wheels — Singapore Red Cross’ Medical Chaperone and Transportation (MCT). For many wheelcha...

Footprints in Singapore – A Journey Through Memories that Supports a Great Cau

Ever wondered what Singapore was like in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s? Before the gleaming skyscrapers and bustling Orchard Road we know today, there was a Singapore of languid beaches,...

Dear Mom, Thank You For Helping Me Bloom

We attended an art-jamming session where the Young Hearts’ children took time to express their appreciation to the mother figures in their lives. As family-friendly pop-...

Tales From the Road

In commemoration of World Red Cross Day, we spoke to three brave individuals, who, despite their diverse backgrounds and roles, all share the same commitment to serving others. Rea...

Mother of the (Red Cross) House: Ms Elsie Tan

“My advice for mothers in the SRC is to be kind to yourself. You don’t have to be perfect. Love is enough.” Ms Elsie Tan is no stranger to the Red Cross House. The long-serv...

Stories from RCHD’s Portraits of Love

We sat down with three different beneficiaries featured in"Portraits of Love", and their loved ones, to find out the real stories behind those picturesque smiles. Spoiler Alert! Th...

World Blood Donor Day 2025

Finding A Voice at Young Hearts

Leaders don’t always have to have the loudest voice in the room. 10-year-old Young Hearts beneficiary Mindy* is proof that, despite a soft-spoken nature, a listening ear and perc...

A Safe Haven for Phyllis

Born in Singapore with a neurodevelopmental disorder known as Angelman Syndrome, 27-year-old Phyllis Lim Yin Xin has found a nurturing home at the Red Cross Home for the Disabled (...

Blood Ties That Save Lives

Who said that all peer pressure is bad? SAF Employee Jaclyn Phua shows us how that extra push from good company could turn into a generous lifestyle of saving lives through blood d...

Singapore Red Cross Scales Up Humanitarian Response in Myanmar & the Middle East

24 April 2025

Singapore, 24 April 2025 – In response to the escalating humanitarian needs in Myanmar and the Middle East [Gaza and Syria], the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is scaling up relief ef...

Unite 'Together for Humanity' at our Grateful Hearts Day 2025

Capturing Precious Moments at Red Cross Home for the Disabled’s “Portraits o

RCHD residents and their loved ones gathered for ‘Portraits of Love’, a special photography exhibition focused on celebrating relationships and transforming fleeting moments in...

Teed off for Humanity

SMRT and SRC Broaden Advertising Scope in Continued Partnership

Thanks to SMRT, you can now view our humanitarian messages displayed throughout Singapore's transport network, from bus stops across the island to City Hall MRT station! Last Nove...

[Myanmar Earthquake] Singapore Red Cross Delivers Next Tranche of Relief Supplie

10 April 2025

900 solar-powered lights + 300 water filters deployed to affected earthquake areas More supplies such as hygiene kits, jerrycans, mosquito nets for 8,000 households Coordinatio...

[Updates on Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake Response]

02 April 2025

Singapore, 2 April 2025 – The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) today deployed 90 water filters, which were pre-positioned in Yangon, Myanmar, to Mandalay and Sagaing, to support communi...

[Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake] Singapore Red Cross Launches Public Fundraisin

30 March 2025

Singapore, 30 March 2025 – To support communities affected by the recent earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has launched a public fundraising appea...

[Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake] Singapore Red Cross to Support Immediate Needs

29 March 2025

Singapore, 29 March 2025 – In response to the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Central Myanmar and Thailand on Friday afternoon, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is com...

[Gaza Humanitarian Crisis] Singapore Red Cross Scales Up Support for Affected Co

27 March 2025

Additional S$400,000 for critical relief efforts, including Rafah field hospital (6,000 monthly patient load), primary healthcare and mental health support SRC operations ...

A Humanitarian Through All Seasons

Singapore Red Cross Academy Dean and Group Director Sahari Ani began his journey as an ambulance services entrepreneur before entering the nonprofit space. His path eventually led ...

Volunteer Instructor Trainees Bring Joy to the Residents

The Red Cross Youth Volunteer Instructor Programme (VIP) empowers youth with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to plan events, mentor cadets, and support the training session...

Alert: Beware of Cryptocurrency Mining Scam on Telegram

21 March 2025 We have been alerted to a Telegram scam falsely claiming that the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is collaborating with Binance and Trust Wallet on a cryptocurrency mining...

The Joy of Fundraising for a Cause

Business development professional Joy Mok began her volunteering journey with the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) in 2022. She shares how fundraising has brought her delight and fulfilme...

Residents and Young Children Captivated by the Jean-Michel Basquiat Exhibition

The vibrant strokes and expressive colors of Jean-Michel Basquiat's artwork created moments of pure joy for 18 residents of the Red Cross Home for the Disabled (RCHD) and four Youn...

#SRCINTHEZONE - Meet the people behind SRC

We are thrilled to introduce #SRCintheZone - a new series spotlighting the incredible individuals who power the Singapore Red Cross, each with their own unique background and roles...

Blossoming at the Day Activity Centre for the Disabled

Born with hydrocephalus, Vignesswaran s/o Anbalagan, or Vicky, is a sprightly 43-year-old whose life journey speaks to his resilience and a mother’s love. Contrary to the doctor'...

From a Red Cross Youth Cadet to Volunteer Instructor, Mentor and Award Winner

Bryan Chia joined the Singapore Red Cross Youth (RCY) as a Cadet in secondary school. After graduating from secondary school, he continued in the RCY as a Volunteer Instructor. He ...

Update on the Singapore Red Cross Building Fund

We wish to share an update with our donors who have contributed to the Red Cross House Building Fund between 2016 and 2018. In response to the rising cost and the onset ...

[Gaza Humanitarian Crisis] Singapore Red Cross Launches Fundraising Appeal Amid

18 February 2025

Singapore, 18 February 2025 – The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has launched a public fundraising appeal to support the scaling up of relief operations in Gaza by Red Cross Red Cresc...

Young Responders: How Two Red Cross Youth Cadets Took Action in an Emergency

When the emergency alert buzzed on her SCDF myResponder app, 13-year-old Elina Chua knew she had to act fast. A cardiac arrest emergency had just been reported at a HDB block in Po...

Love Blossoms Through Volunteering

As couples celebrate Valentine's Day on 14 February, we recognise the contributions of couples who volunteer together. Lydia Lee, 30, an HR Specialist, and Dr Girvan Tay, 28, a doc...

Family grateful to two Cedar Girls’ students who tried their best to save 82-y

Cedar Girls' Secondary School students Elina Chua (left), 13, and Gracias Prasetyo, 16, rushed to a cardiac arrest case on Feb 4 in Potong Pasir. ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG Elina C...

A Teenager's Journey from Despair to Confidence

Zakeera Azrina (not her real name), 11, had been grappling with low self-esteem stemming from her autism and her family's economic woes. Since enrolling in the Singapore Red Cross ...

Creating a Culture of Lifesaving through Blood Donation

Since 2016, Neo Group Limited has become a dedicated force in Singapore’s National Blood Programme, thanks to the efforts of passionate advocates such as Founder, Chairman and Gr...

[Gaza Humanitarian Crisis] Singapore Red Cross Scales Up Humanitarian Assistance

20 January 2025

Singapore, 20 January 2025 – In response to the ceasefire that took effect on Sunday, 19 January 2025 in Gaza, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is scaling up on its humanitarian eff...

Nurturing Confidence and Leadership through Young Hearts

Shafira Aqilah (not her real name), aged ten, lives in a one-room rental flat with her parents and younger brother. Through the tuition, cherished mentorship, and enrichment activi...

A Working Mother's Dedication to Blood Donation

When she joined the organisation in 2010, Eileen Cher, Assistant Secretary General of the Singapore Red Cross (SRC), realised the importance of blood donation. “At that point, I...