Singapore Buddhist Welfare Service
Public Assistance Programme
Monthly financial and food aid for needy families.
Overview
The Public Assistance Programme by SBWS offers support to individuals and families in need through:
- Monthly financial assistance (cash grants)
- Monthly food rations
Eligibility is assessed through home visits every 6 months. The programme targets:
- Individuals who are financially constrained
- Unemployed persons due to age, sickness, or disability
- Low-income families with children or members with special needs
- Families affected by unexpected circumstances
Referrals are accepted from:
- Hospitals
- Family service centres
- Grassroots organisations
- Public agencies
Additional assistance includes:
- Pocket allowances for needy students
- Monthly food ration deliveries
Scheme type
Financial AssistanceFood Support
Who qualifies
Eligibility groups
Children
Families
Seniors
Persons with disabilities (PWDs)
Low income
Low income families
What you receive
Financial assistance (general)
Food support
Eligibility details
Applicants must be:
- Individuals financially constrained or unemployed due to old age, sickness, or disability, and not eligible for government financial assistance.
- Low-income families with young children and/or family members who are elderly, disabled, sick, or have special needs.
- Families affected by unexpected circumstances (e.g., loss of breadwinner, permanent disability). Applicants are assessed through home visits every 6 months. Referrals accepted from hospitals, family service centres, grassroots organisations, and public agencies.
How to apply
Applicants or referrals are assessed through home visits every 6 months. For enquiries, contact SBWS at sbws@sbws.org.sg or call +65 6489 8161.
Agency details
Important Information
Scheme details may change. Check the official agency website for the latest eligibility, benefits, and application information.
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