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‘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...

Bringing Joy, and Extending Kindness at a Home Away from Home

Teo Hwee Lee, 47, a resident of the Red Cross Home for the Disabled (RCHD) since 1995, shines as a beacon of joy and kindness. For close to 30 years, a dedicated team of profession...

Bringing Festive Cheer to Young Hearts Children Amid Their Graduation

The palpable excitement lingered at the Red Cross House's Hall of Humanity on the morning of 4 December. Children and youth of the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) Young Hearts programme ...

Singapore Red Cross Charity Golf & Dinner 2025 – Swing for Red

Get Your Gifts Wrapped by Singapore Red Cross

05 December 2024

Singapore, 5 December, 2024 – From 25 November to 24 December, Singapore Red Cross (SRC) volunteers will be at 8 shopping malls and community spaces to wrap your Christ...

A Tale of Resilience and the Compassion of Volunteers

Mdm Veerappan Kalaranit, a 65-year-old Singaporean, grapples with ill health, family issues and financial struggles. Following the demise of her husband in 2017, she contends with ...

Ho-Ho-Hope of Blood Campaign to Draw Blood Donors during Festive Season

30 November 2024

Singapore, 30 November, 2024 – This festive season, the National Blood Programme is collaborating with Peanuts™ to launch the Ho-Ho-Hope of Blood campaign to rally blood donati...

Saving Lives, One Drop at a Time: Sally Lim’s Blood Donation Journey

Having worked as an Intensive Care Unit and transplant nurse for several years, Sally Lim, Director of Nursing at IHH Healthcare Singapore, has witnessed first-hand the life-saving...

Make Meaningful Buys this Merry Thriftmas!

Grandmother's Safety Assured, Thanks to HoME+

As part of our Grandparents Day campaign, we share the inspiring story of Mdm Ng Ban Wee, 72, a resilient grandmother who cherishes the bond and time spent with her granddaughter ...

Singapore Red Cross Clinches the Charity Transparency Award 2024

The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) received the Charity Transparency Award 2024 at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay on 14 November 2024. Conferred by the Charity Council, the Charity Tr...

Sustainable Christmas Market 2024 - Fundraiser to Shape the Lives of Young Heart

Heroes with a Heart

The humanitarian sector is a very dynamic field that demands an open heart and an open mind to keep on learning to serve meaningfully. Karine Tan, Fauzia Amalia and Quek Jun Teck ...

Singapore Red Cross' 75th Anniversary Benefit Gala 2024

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 ...

Opening Doors for Greater Collaboration Between SRC and SMRT

Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Stellar Lifestyle, a managing agent of retail and advertising spaces in Singapore's rail network, and ...

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...

Practical Approaches Leaders Can Adopt to Foster a Culture of Care

At the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) Emergency Services Behavioural Conference's (ESBC) Thriving Together Seminar on 17 October 2024, Ms Durga Naidu, Head of Department, of ...

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...

Singapore Red Cross Debuts at National Day Parade’s Dynamic Defence Display: A

This year, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) expanded its role at the National Day Parade (NDP) held at the Padang. In addition to providing first aid coverage for spectators and parti...

Insights Gleaned from the Singapore Humanitarian Conference 2024

Heroes in the Crowd: The First Aiders of NDP 2024

At the National Day Parade (NDP) 2024, a dedicated team of Singapore Red Cross (SRC) first aiders played a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of spectators. Led by ...

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...