Major Food Assistance Organizations
1. Food from the Heart
About: IPC-registered food bank serving close to 64,000 beneficiaries through five food distribution programs
Contact Details:
- Address: 130 Joo Seng Road, #03-01, Singapore 368357
- Website: www.foodfromtheheart.sg
- Volunteer Portal: Register online through their website
How to Register for Assistance:
- Work with social service agencies and community organizations
- Individuals cannot apply directly
- Contact your local Family Service Centre or Social Service Office
Programs & Food Types:
- Bread Run Program: Surplus bread from hotels and bakeries
- Community Food Pack: Fresh fruits, bread, and non-perishable food items
- School Goodie Bag: Nutritious snacks and food items for underprivileged students
- Market Place: Food distribution program
- Annual Toy Buffet: Food hampers with toys during festive seasons
Food Donation Options:
- In-person: Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm at office
- Online: Order from FairPrice or RedMart, arrange delivery to office
- Drop-off box: Available 24/7 outside office for non-perishable items
2. Willing Hearts
About: Singapore’s largest soup kitchen operating 365 days a year, serving approximately 10,000–11,000 meals daily
Contact Details:
- Address: 1 Lorong J Telok Kurau (entrance via Joo Chiat Place), Singapore 425792
- Phone: +65 6476 5822
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.willinghearts.org.sg
How to Register for Assistance:
- Applicants need a social worker or social agency to apply on their behalf
- Contact: Social Services Offices (SSO) ComCare hotline 1800 222 0000
- Agency of Integrated Care (AIC): 1800 6560 5050
- Email supporting documents to [email protected]
Meals Offered:
- Hot, freshly prepared meals with Asian flavors
- Typically rice with 2-3 dishes including protein, vegetables, and curry or sauce
- Meals prepared with consideration for various dietary needs and cultural preferences
- Distribution to over 70 locations island-wide
Beneficiaries:
- Elderly and disabled individuals
- Low-income families
- Children from single-parent families
- Migrant workers
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Family-friendly: Children welcome with parental supervision (especially under 16)
- Register online through website
3. Food Bank Singapore
About: Founded in 2012 to end food insecurity by 2025, IPC-registered charity since 2015
Contact Details:
- Address: 218 Pandan Loop, XPACE, Singapore 128408
- Phone: +65 9855 4805
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.foodbank.sg
How to Register for Assistance:
- Partner with over 330 welfare organizations
- Individuals apply through partner VWOs (Voluntary Welfare Organizations)
- Organizations can register as beneficiary agencies
Programs & Food Types:
- Food Support Program: Monthly food rations to families facing food insecurity
- Food Pantry 2.0: 24/7 emergency food aid via automated vending machines
- Bank Card Programme: Beneficiaries receive cards with credits to redeem meals from F&B partners (currently on pause, relaunching in 2026)
Food Available:
- Dry and packaged non-perishable food items
- Fresh produce when available
- Cooked meals through partner establishments
Donation Options:
- Over 80 donation boxes island-wide at schools, corporate offices, malls, and condominiums
- Drop off unopened and unexpired dry/packaged food
- Bulk donations: Contact [email protected]
- Monetary donations accepted
4. Free Food For All (FFFA)
About: IPC-registered charity providing halal-certified food, served over 144,000 beneficiaries since 2014
Contact Details:
- Address: 60 Kaki Bukit Place, #05-07 Eunos Techpark, Singapore 415979
- Phone: +65 6530 3424
- Email:
- Food Aid requests: [email protected]
- Donations: [email protected]
- Website: www.freefood.org.sg
How to Register for Assistance:
- Apply online at: https://www.fffa-ims.org/
- Welfare team will assess and update within 2 weeks
- All applications evaluated individually
Programs & Food Types:
- Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Meals: Halal-certified meals with 2-year shelf life
- KidsLuvIt! Breakfast Program: Nutritious meals for children from low-income families
- Community Fridge Program: Fresh food access
- Distribution: Multiple times weekly at various locations
- No registration required for walk-up service at distribution points
Beneficiaries:
- Homeless individuals or those in interim housing
- Low-income families
- Elderly and disabled persons
- Migrant workers
- Anyone in need, regardless of race or religion
Important Note: All food donations must be halal-certified
5. Secondmeal
About: Non-profit organization allowing people to sponsor hawker meals for beneficiaries
Contact Details:
- Website: www.secondmeal.sg
How It Works:
- Sponsor a hawker meal for beneficiaries of your choice
- Receive real-time data on reserves and community needs
- Get unique URL to track when your meal is claimed
6. Ronald McDonald House Charities
About: Independent charity improving health and well-being of hospitalized children
Contact Details:
- Check website for current contact information
Programs:
- Ronald McDonald House: Free accommodation for families near hospitalized children
- Kid-friendly food and snacks donated to hospitalized children
- Wishlist available on website
Additional Food Assistance Programs
7. Singapore Red Cross – Meals with Love
About: Six-month grocery voucher program for families working with social workers
Contact:
- Website: redcross.sg/meals-with-love.html
How to Register:
- Families must be referred by social workers
- Application process includes financial action plan review
Assistance Provided:
- Grocery vouchers for six months
- Used for nutritious food and groceries
- Aims to provide stop-gap measure while families develop long-term care plans
8. Food Rescue Sengkang
About: Collects 15,000–50,000kg of unsold food weekly from wholesalers and redistributes to communities
Contact Details:
- Address: Thanggam Hub, 40 Fernvale Road
- Phone: 8900 7065
- Distribution: Every Saturday
Food Types:
- Fresh vegetables and fruits
- Bread
- Other surplus food items
Satellite Points: Sembawang West, Ang Mo Kio, Serangoon North, Marymount, Tampines, Yuhua
9. Thye Hua Kwan Moral Society – Free Meal Centres
About: Operating since 1978, serving over 55,000 vegetarian-friendly meals annually
Locations:
- Telok Blangah Crescent: Blk 4 Telok Blangah Crescent #01-500, S090004
- Toa Payoh: Blk 31 Lorong 5 Toa Payoh #01-663, S310031
- Indus Moral Care: Blk 79 Indus Road #01-451, S161079
- High Street Centre: 1 North Bridge Road, #03-33, S179094
Contact:
- Phone: +65 6337 1201
- Operating Hours: Mon–Thu 9am–6pm, Fri 9am–5:30pm
Meals Offered:
- Free vegetarian meals
- Meals on Wheels program for homebound individuals
10. Central Sikh Temple
About: Free vegetarian lunches daily, open to everyone
Contact Details:
- Address: 2 Towner Road, Central Sikh Gurdwara, Singapore 327804
- Phone: +65 6299 3855
- Operating Hours: Daily 6am–8pm
- Website: Check for current information
Meals Offered:
- Free vegetarian lunches
- Donation-funded initiative
11. Singapore Buddhist Lodge
About: Serves free vegetarian meals
Contact Details:
- Address: 17-19 Kim Yam Road, Singapore 239329
- Phone: +65 6737 2630
- Operating Hours: Daily 7am–7pm (check for COVID-19 updates)
Meals Offered:
- Free vegetarian meals throughout the day
12. Krsna’s Free Meals
About: Volunteer-run soup kitchen, distributed over 1 million meals to migrant workers and those in need
Contact Details:
- Address: 20 Veerasamy Road, Singapore 207327
- Phone: +65 9105 6343
- Operating Hours: Daily 6:30am–9am & 11am–2:30pm
Meals Offered:
- Home-cooked style meals
- Breakfast and lunch
- Distributed at various migrant worker dormitory locations
13. Anna Lakshmi Restaurant
About: Pay-as-you-wish vegetarian Indian buffet
Contact Details:
- Address: No. 9 Lorong 29 Geylang, #03-02, Singapore 388065
- Phone: +65 6250 2280
How It Works:
- Diners pay what they can
- Community-driven dining experience
- No fixed price
14. Love Connect Market
About: Community initiative providing fresh food every Saturday
Service Area: Kampong Glam residents
Food Provided:
- Fresh vegetables
- Fruits
- Eggs
- Aims to alleviate cost of living pressures
15. Nee Soon East Free Market
About: Free flea market open to the public
Contact Details:
- Address: Nee Soon East Seniors’ Hub, 293 Yishun Ring Road, S760293
- Phone: 6257 0446
Items Available:
- Clothes, toys, books (free of charge)
- Accepts donations of good, clean, functional items
Government Support Programs
16. ComCare
About: Government financial assistance for basic needs including food
Contact:
- Hotline: 1800 222 0000
- Website: www.msf.gov.sg/what-we-do/comcare
- Operating Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–1pm (last registration 12pm), 2pm–6pm (last registration 5pm)
Types of Assistance:
- Short-to-Medium-Term Assistance (SMTA): For temporary setbacks (job loss, illness, caregiving)
- Long-Term Assistance (LTA): For those permanently unable to work
- Emergency Relief: Immediate financial assistance
How to Apply:
- Visit SupportGoWhere (www.supportgowhere.gov.sg)
- Visit your nearest Social Service Office
- Assessment is holistic, not based on hard income thresholds
17. Meals on Wheels (AIC)
About: Home meal delivery for homebound individuals unable to prepare food
Contact:
- Operated by Agency for Integrated Care (AIC)
- Phone: 1800 6560 5050
- Website: www.aic.sg
Eligibility:
- Homebound individuals
- Cannot buy or prepare own food
- Lack caregiver support
18. FoodConnect Directory (Government Portal)
About: Government directory of food support organizations
Website: foodconnect.gov.sg/directory/
Features:
- Search by region (Central, East, North, North-East, West)
- Filter by dietary preference (Halal, Non-Halal, Vegetarian)
- Filter by food support type (Cooked Meals, Food Rations, Food Vouchers, Fresh Produce)
Important Note: Contact organizations directly; food support is not guaranteed
Quick Reference Summary
For Immediate Food Assistance:
- Daily Hot Meals: Willing Hearts, Krsna’s Free Meals, Central Sikh Temple, Singapore Buddhist Lodge
- No Registration Required: Thye Hua Kwan Free Meal Centres, walk-up services
- Emergency Support: ComCare (1800 222 0000), Food Pantry 2.0 vending machines
For Regular Food Support:
- Monthly Food Packs: Food from the Heart, Food Bank Singapore, Singapore Red Cross
- Weekly Distribution: Food Rescue Sengkang, Love Connect Market
- Halal Options: Free Food For All, Food Bank Singapore (some programs)
How to Get Started:
- If you have a social worker: Ask them to refer you to appropriate programs
- If you don’t have a social worker: Call ComCare hotline (1800 222 0000) or AIC (1800 6560 5050)
- For immediate help: Visit walk-in meal centers or use FoodConnect Directory
Important Contact Numbers:
- ComCare Hotline: 1800 222 0000
- Agency for Integrated Care (AIC): 1800 6560 5050
- SupportGoWhere: www.supportgowhere.gov.sg
Tips for Accessing Food Assistance
- Be Patient: Organizations may take time to respond and process applications
- Provide Documentation: Have IC, proof of income, and referral letters ready when applicable
- Contact One Organization: Reach out to the most suitable organization for your needs
- Check Eligibility: Use FoodConnect Directory or SupportGoWhere to find programs that match your situation
- Consider Multiple Programs: Some programs complement each other (e.g., daily meals + monthly food packs)
Note: Information current as of January 2026. Contact details and programs may change. Always verify directly with organizations.