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Gifts from the Heart: A Community Celebration

Chinese calligraphy work by President Tharman raises $308k for Singapore Red Cro

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (third from left) with SRC 75th Anniversary Benefit Gala committee chairwoman Genevieve Peggy Jeffs, SRC chairman Tan Kai Hoe, Mr Fang Angzhen, Mr ...

Employee Engagement in Sustainability

On the occasion of our 75th Anniversary, we organised two employee engagement activities that were sustainability-themed, to express our care for the environment - coast to c...

[Tropical Cyclone Trami] Singapore Red Cross Sends Humanitarian Aid to the Phili

28 October 2024

Singapore, 28 October 2024 – In response to the widespread flooding and landslides in the Philippines caused by Tropical Cyclone Trami (known locally as Kristine), the Singapore ...

Leading by Example: Sherry Tan's Journey as a Blood Donor and Advocate for Corpo

In an insightful interview, Sherry Tan, Chief Corporate Officer of IHH Healthcare Singapore, shares her journey as a dedicated blood donor and passionate advocate. Her experience n...

Having received the Psychological First Aid Certification, Yahui adopts the role

Singapore artiste Yahui has been trained and certified in Psychological First Aid (PFA). Akin to a "walking helpline", she can extend psychological support to people in need notwit...

Giving a Person Suffering from Cardiac Arrest the Chance to Live

In Singapore, over 3,000 people experience cardiac arrest annually. As we commemorate World Restart a Heart Day on 16 October, we strive to amplify awareness of cardiac arrests whi...

New Courses to Amplify Mental Well-being

Keen to enhance mental resilience? Look no further. In commemoration of World Mental Health on 10 October, the Singapore Red Cross Academy's Centre for Psychosocial Support launche...

[Middle East Crisis] Singapore Red Cross Supports Relief Operations in Lebanon &

09 October 2024

10 October 2024 — In response to the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict in the Middle East, with Lebanon and Gaza at the forefront, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC...

[Nepal Floods & Landslides] Singapore Red Cross to Support Relief Operations in

10 October 2024

10 October 2024 — In response to the severe flooding and landslides in Nepal caused by heavy, continuous rains in late September, the Singapore Red Cross will launch a fundr...

Strategies to Ensure Mental Well-being at the Workplace

As the importance of mental well-being continues to gain traction in today's dynamic workplaces, corporations recognise employee well-being as a vital component of their success eq...

A Leader who Inspires Others to Join This Lifesaving Cause

Vignesa Moorthy, Chief Executive Officer of ViewQwest, followed his father's footsteps to become a regular donor despite his aversion to needles. Now, he leads by example, encourag...

Elevate Your Impact in Healthcare with Advanced Health Coaching Techniques

Singapore Red Cross 75th Anniversary Benefit Gala

A Life Filled with Love, Loss, and the Kindness of Strangers

As we commemorate the International Day of Older Persons on 1 October, we share the story of Mdm Sagaamary Francis, aged 70. Besides raising her three children with her late husban...

ElderAid Volunteers Bring Comfort & Companionship

As we commemorate the International Day of the Older Persons on 1 October, we share the story of Mr A. Arumugam S/O Murugam Alagan. Fortunately, a kind-hearted family cared for him...

[Tropical Cyclone Yagi / Southeast Asia Floods] Singapore Red Cross Expands Hum

20 September 2024

Contribution of S$50,000 to support relief efforts in Myanmar; in addition to previously-announced S$100,000 to Lao PDR and Vietnam Volunteers on 9-day deployment in Lao PDR; An...

Bringing Joy to Elders at the Mid-Autumn Celebrations

Singapore Red Cross Ambassador, Dawn Sim and Hannah Chia, Marketing & Communications Manager, Carlton Hotel Singapore engaged the seniors and distributed mooncakes to them amid...

Amplifying the Pandemic Readiness of Southeast Asian National Societies

Singapore Red Cross (SRC) Centre of Excellence for Pandemic Preparedness and Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) jointly organised the Pandemic Readiness Enhancement Programme, Practition...

Every Second Counts: A Young Volunteer’s Inspiring Life-Saving Act

When a life hangs in the balance, every second counts. In moments of crisis, heroes step forward, armed with skill and courage, prepared to make a difference. As we commemorate Wor...

Enhancing Community Resilience Through First Aid

Passionate about leveraging his first aid skills for a good cause, Mike Chin, 57, has been volunteering as a Community First Aider at national and community events, and the First A...

A Legacy of Love: Mrs Genevieve Peggy Jeffs' Journey in Humanitarian Service

For over three decades, Mrs Genevieve Peggy Jeffs has devoted herself wholeheartedly to organising fundraising events for the Singapore Red Cross (SRC), raising over $4.7 million f...

[Southeast Asia Floods] Singapore Red Cross supports communities affected by cl

12 September 2024

Singapore, 12 September 2024 — In response to the devastating impact of Tropical Cyclone Yagi and the Southwest Monsoon on communities in Southeast Asia, particularly in Cam...

Engaging Seniors in Art for a Fundraising Cause

As part of the Food Republic and Food Junction's Corporate Social Responsibility programme to foster community engagement and inclusivity through community dining and a love for fo...

Singapore Red Cross working to expand scale and scope of humanitarian services

One day in November 2023, an alert popped up on Ms Han Bi Guang’s mobile phone about a medical emergency in the vicinity. Ms Han, who had learnt first aid skills at the Singapor...

Showcase Your Wares, Talents at Our Sustainable Christmas Market!

[Severe Floods in People's Republic of Bangladesh] Singapore Red Cross Sends Hum

04 September 2024

Singapore, 5 September 2024 – In response to the severe flooding in the People's Republic of Bangladesh, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) will commit USD 50,000 to support emergency...

Singapore Red Cross Teams Up with Singapore Civil Defence Force and Accenture to

04 September 2024

Singapore, 4 September 2024 – As part of the Singapore Red Cross’ (SRC) “Be Our Champion for Humanity” fundraiser, the SRC has teamed up with the Singapore Civil Defence Fo...

Singapore Red Cross Commemorates 75 Years of Humanitarian Service, Recognises In

02 September 2024

• President launches SRC’s 75th Anniversary Outreach to Community • New Award to recognise steadfast volunteers and enduring partners Singapore, 2 September 2024 – A...

From Heart to Hand: Tangible Impacts of Volunteer Efforts on Underserved Groups

[Floods and Landslides in Lao People's Democratic Republic] Singapore Red Cross

29 August 2024

Singapore, 29 August 2024 – In response to the severe flooding and landslides caused by heavy rainfall in Lao People’s Democratic Republic, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is ple...

Insights Gleaned from the Singapore Humanitarian Conference 2024

Demonstrating Resilience at the Launch of Tengah Bus Interchange

The Singapore Red Cross was invited to be one of the hosts present at the launch of the Tengah Bus Interchange on 28 July. Red Cross Youth Cadets, trained in Cardio-Pulmonary Resus...

Columbia Preschool's Art Exhibition and Charity Auction - A Kaleidoscope of Colo

Children and teachers of Columbia Preschool unleashed their creativity by drawing and painting for a good cause from 27 May to 20 June. The art projects, comprising painting...

Bringing Care Packages to Seniors

Knight Frank Property & Facilities Management (KFPFM) sponsored care packages for 162 Singapore Red Cross' ElderAid senior beneficiaries in Tampines. "At Kni...

ZALORA x Singapore Red Cross Charity Bazaar: Fashion for a Cause and Sustainabil

Thanks to PUMA Singapore, Youth Find Their Passion for Baking

Cognisant of the value of providing out-of-reach opportunities and unique experiences to children without access to such experiences, PUMA Singapore organised a baking workshop for...

Cantonese Dramedy Brings Entertainment and Joy to Seniors

It is not often that one gets the opportunity to enjoy a Cantonese dramedy performed live on stage here in Singapore. On 29 June, 19 elderly beneficiaries of the Singapore Red Cros...

Learning Ways to Keep Cool in the Heat Wave

In collaboration with the Salvation Army, the Singapore Red Cross' (SRC) Community Health on Wheels (CHoW) programme organised its inaugural Heat Management talk for 26 migrant wor...

Engaging Residents in Painting and Art

Thermofisher Scientific Pte Ltd employees engaged the residents of the Red Cross Home for the Disabled (RCHD) in painting and art, unleashing their creativity. They drew flowers, a...

Home Away from Home

Babylou Pasol Juloya, a nursing aide who joined The Red Cross Home for the Disabled (RCHD) in June 2019, speaks about her fulfilling experiences caring for others, contextualising ...

Fundraising for a Good Cause & Bringing Joy to Persons with Disabilities

ERM Singapore Marketing Pte Ltd, organiser for Miss Singapore and Manhunt 2024, has partnered with the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) to fundraise for Grateful Hearts Day 2024. Besides ...

Charity Quiz for Grateful Hearts Day

MediaCorp Radio Personalities Jean Danker and Edward Russell hosted the Singapore Red Cross Charity Quiz Night at Cafe Melba at Mediapolis on 12 July. 14 teams pitted their knowle...

[Typhoon Gaemi in Philippines] Singapore Red Cross commits humanitarian aid for

26 July 2024

Singapore, 26 July 2024 – In response to widespread floods caused by Typhoon Gaemi in the Philippines, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is pledging USD50,000 to the Philippine Red C...

Enhancing Resilience Among Corporate Partners

Equipping DBS Employees with First Aid Knowledge & Skills The Singapore Red Cross Academy's (SRCA) Centre for First Aid and Life Support partnered with DBS Bank for Work Bette...

Sponsorship and Distribution of Care Packages to Residents Living in Rental Flat

On 29 June, Kleen-Pak Products sponsored care packages, which its employees distributed to residents living in rental flats at Lengkok Bahru. Kleen-Pak Products employees fi...

Thriving at the Day Activity Centre for the Disabled

Diagnosed with a rare neurodevelopmental disorder called Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC), 31-year-old Dora Lee has been benefiting from the Red Cross' Day Activity Centre...

Be Our Champion for Humanity!

75th Anniversary Community Pop-Ups

2nd Singapore Red Cross Volunteer Convention

9th Singapore Humanitarian Conference by the Singapore Red Cross

Be the Reason for Someone’s Heartbeat

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay our heartfelt tribute to Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles....

The Power to Save Lives is in Your Veins

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. Fo...

Donating Blood is Inspirational and Motivational

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. Introduc...

Incidental Blood Donor Transformed into a Passionate Blood Donor & Advocate

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. Th...

Youth Makes a Positive Difference Through Blood Donation

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. Yo...

A Lifelong Blood Donor and Advocate for Change

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. At 45 ye...

Half an Hour to Save a Life

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. Lee Seok...

The Blood Donor with Big Veins & Bigger Heart!

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, we pay tribute to the Champion Blood Donors who have selflessly embraced regular blood donations as a part of their lifestyles. For Zaki...

Blood Donors Honoured and Youth Club Launched on World Blood Donor Day

29 June 2024

Singapore, 29 June 2024 – On World Blood Donor Day, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) and Health Sciences Authority (HSA) recognised 1,961 committed blood donors and 23 blood champio...

Equipping Preschoolers with First Aid Skills

On May 19, Red Cross Junior (RCJ) @ Community organised an Open House for the juniors at the Red Cross Youth Hub. Parents gleaned more insights into the work of the RCJ @ Co...

Acquainting Preschoolers with the Work of the Red Cross

On May 20, Sunshine Kids Care Centre's Red Cross Junior preschoolers visited Red Cross House with their teachers and parents. This was the inaugural preschool visit since the refur...

Fundraising for the affected communities in Gaza

Playing Football for Gaza Having volunteered at Aida Refugee Camp in Bethlehem with the Lajee Centre in August and September 2023, Mr Philip Dunne is greatly distressed by the ong...

Singapore Red Cross 50th Annual General Meeting

The 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) was held at Red Cross House on 24 June 2024. In his Opening Remarks, the Chairman recognised the commitment,...

[Sri Lanka Floods] Singapore Red Cross sends humanitarian aid; volunteers on-gro

25 June 2024

Singapore, 25 June 2024 – In response to the ongoing floods in Sri Lanka, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is sending SGD50,000 in humanitarian aid, and a team of five staff and vol...

Bolstering the First Aid Capacity of the Bhutan Red Cross Society

To strengthen the capacity of the sister National Societies, the Singapore Red Cross Academy's Centre for First Aid and Life Support (SRCA-CFALS) team, consisting of five expert tr...

Setting a Positive Example for His Child

Mohamad Fahmi (not his real name), 43, used to be an outgoing person with a stable career. But his world came crashing down when his right leg was amputated in 2016 and he plunged ...

Shop for a Good Cause at ZALORA x Singapore Red Cross Charity Bazaar

Reaching New Heights with Collaboration on Mental Health Training

Aligning with the national efforts to promote improved mental health and well-being, the Singapore Red Cross Academy reinforced the importance of mental health and well-being. Over...

Grades Improved, Thanks to the Young Hearts Programme

Henry Phua (not his real name), aged nine, lives with his parents and brother in a one-room rental flat. Now, through the Singapore Red Cross' Young Hearts programme, tutors guide...

Significance of International Humanitarian Law in Mitigating Civilian Harm in Co

The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) plays a role on the international stage by bridging key global actors who work on humanitarian issues confronting our world. On 13 May, SRC convened ...

SRC Internship Opportunities for NUS Undergraduates and Postgraduate Students

At InnovFest 2024, held at the Singapore Expo on 30 May, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) formalised a significant partnership with the National University of Singapore (NUS) Enterpri...

Sustainable Kids Market Fundraises for the Young Hearts Programme

[Papua New Guinea Landslide] Singapore Red Cross Sends Humanitarian Aid to Affe

29 May 2024

Singapore, 29 May 2024 – In response to the devastating landslide that occurred in Papua New Guinea, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is committing SGD50,000 to support the ongoing ...

Compassionate Youth Fundraises for Persons with Disabilities on his Birthday

In a world where most prioritise material possessions and personal needs, Cole Phng Arnold's story is a breath of fresh air. For his 10th birthday, Cole requested donations instea...

Benefitting from Tuition and Learning Patience

At home, Zaki Malek (not his real name), lives with his father, a food delivery rider and two siblings, in a one-room rental flat in Yishun. In the past, Zaki was not motivated to ...

Sustainable Kids Market by Peace of Art Fundraises for the Young Hearts Programm

Red Cross House: A Building Steeped in History and Heritage

[Afghanistan Flash Floods] Singapore Red Cross launches fundraising appeal; send

20 May 2024

Singapore, 20 May 2024 – In response to the recent flash floods in Afghanistan, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is committing SGD50,000 to support the ongoing relief for survivors ...

Raising Compassionate, Empathetic and Independent Children through Red Cross Jun

For this Mother's Day feature, we cast the spotlight on Smitha Nair, a Red Cross Junior volunteer. As a mother of two children, Smitha Nair was motivated to volunteer with RCJ give...

A Mother's Fortitude and Unwavering Love

This Mother's Day, we highlight the story of 92-year-old Mdm Ang Chio Tee, whose life is fraught with tribulations. Her biological father was an opium addict who sold her to her fo...

SINDA Youth Club Uplifts the Lives of Persons with Disabilities

The volunteers of SINDA Youth Club (SYC) befriended the residents of the Red Cross Home for the Disabled (RCHD) on 27 April and engaged them in a song and dance performance at the ...

World Red Cross Day - Enrolment and Graduation of Red Cross Youth Links & Cadets

On 4 May 2024, Red Cross Youth (RCY) Uniformed Group organised its annual World Red Cross Day at Nan Chiau High School! The World Red Cross Day event adopted the theme 'Coas...

Shaping the Young Humanitarians of the Future

As we commemorate World Red Cross Day, we cast the spotlight on Chow Yin, who started out volunteering as a Community First Aider and with First Aiders on Wheels. Since 2010, she ...

From a First Aider to a Volunteer Leader

As we commemorate World Red Cross Day, we cast the spotlight on Hakim Lu, a volunteer with the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) First Aider on Wheels (FAOW) programme. Having stumbled upo...

Forging Partnerships to Strengthen Community Resilience

Singapore Red Cross (SRC) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the People's Association to institute new avenues of collaboration for the National Blood Programme, and ov...

Uplifting Young Hearts, One at a Time

Nine-year-old Winston Lee* and Elyana Dawood*, 11, regularly attend tuition classes and outings organised by the Singapore Red Cross Young Hearts programme. These tuition classes h...

Dogs Bring Joy and Friendship to Persons with Disabilities

Dogs are often deemed to be man's best friend. Volunteer Ms Rupal Agarwal organised a session on 30 April for six clients of the Day Activity Centre for the Disabled (DAC) t...

Unleashing Seniors' Creativity Through Arts and Crafts Workshops

Schneider Electric deployed 15 interns for each of its three arts and crafts workshops organised for seniors of the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) ElderAid programme at Our Tampines Hub...

Celebrating Hari Raya with Seniors

On 20 April, the Singapore Red Cross organised a Hari Raya celebration for 60 seniors and 40 volunteers at the neighbours' corner of Tampines Villa Residents Network. Volunt...