Singapore – The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is sending more help to families hit hard by the Nepal floods, adding S$170,000 to its earlier commitment. The new package covers clean water supplies, water filters, and emergency food, and comes as public donations continue to pour in.
According to a statement from the Singapore Red Cross released on September 3, the fresh funding builds on an initial S$50,000 the organization had already contributed to relief work in Nepal. The aid supports the wider Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and partners working directly with affected communities.
Food for 2,500 Households
A big share of the new funding goes toward keeping families fed. SRC is setting aside about S$80,000 to deliver emergency food supplies to 2,500 households across the flood-hit areas.
The food packs focus on everyday staples that go a long way, including:
- Rice
- Lentils
These items will reach families through SRC’s partners already on the ground.
Clean Water a Top Priority
Safe drinking water remains a serious concern after the floods. To help, SRC is committing roughly S$90,000 for water filtration supplies, with the shipment expected to move out this weekend.
The delivery includes 183 water filters. Each one can produce more than 200 litres of clean water every hour and is built to serve communities of up to 200 people. That means thousands could gain access to safe water in the days ahead.
Strong Public Support
The response from donors has been overwhelming. Since SRC opened its public fundraising appeal, more than S$3 million has been raised.
“We are grateful for and encouraged by the strong support for our Nepal Floods response,” said Benjamin William, Secretary-General and CEO of the Singapore Red Cross. “Many donors have made their way to the Red Cross House these past days to personally hand over their donations. We will honour the public trust by ensuring the contributions are managed transparently and efficiently, ensuring maximum impact.”
Relief Already on the Ground
The Nepal Red Cross has been moving quickly. As of September 2, it had dispatched a wide range of relief items, including:
- 1,520 blankets and 715 mattresses
- 1,418 tarpaulins and 14 tents
- 392 hygiene kits and 760 dignity kits
- 490 buckets and 365 mosquito nets
- 80 emergency toilets, 55 first aid boxes, and 25 stretchers
Teams have also handed out bottled water and ready-to-eat food, and served meals to 750 displaced people in Nuwakot. Psychological first aid and Restoring Family Links help desks are now running to support affected communities as needs are assessed.