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
Low IncomeFamilyFinancial AssistanceElderlyPersons with Disabilities (PWD)Counselling and Emotional SupportChronic or Terminal Illness SupportLoss of Breadwinner Support
Who qualifies
Eligibility groups
Low income
Low income families
Elderly
Persons with disabilities (PWDs)
Persons with chronic or terminal illnesses
Families
Facing financial hardship
Individuals struggling with loss
What you receive
Financial assistance (general)
Financial assistance for daily living expenses
Referral services
Casework
Counselling
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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