Singapore is often seen as a story of economic progress and abundance. Supermarkets are well stocked, restaurants are vibrant, and food is central to our culture and daily lives. Yet behind this prosperity are individuals and families quietly navigating financial vulnerability — seniors living alone, lower-income households, and students trying to stretch every dollar.
Some households struggle to access sufficient food.
Large amounts of edible food are discarded across the supply chain.
We rescue surplus food from businesses and individuals and redirect it to communities that need support.
When edible food is discarded, it often ends up in incineration plants or landfills – wasting the water, land, and energy used to produce it.
In 2025, we distributed
to communities across Singapore, and we continue our work with more passion
and purpose in 2026.
Seniors and lower-income households often face financial strain as the cost of living rises. Regular pantry staples help ease this burden, allowing families to redirect limited resources to other essential needs. One partner running monthly pop-up supermarkets reported an 18% reduction in financial stress among beneficiaries receiving regular grocery support.
Through our partners, food support also reaches households referred by social service offices, community centres, and Members of Parliament.
Children from lower-income households may skip breakfast or recess due to limited pocket money, and often lack basic stationery.
According to Hunger Report II, food-insecure households frequently face unmet non-food needs — including school supplies.
The Back-to-School Support Programme provides breakfast/recess-friendly snacks and drinks, together with a basic stationery kit to support students in school.
Tertiary students from lower-income households may miss out on everyday peer activities, such as dining out, due to financial constraints.
These informal gatherings help build friendships, networks, and a sense of belonging during the formative tertiary years.
Our upcoming programme (Q3 2026) will provide prepaid meal credits, redeemable via mobile devices at selected F&B partners — supporting nourishment, dignity, and opportunities for social connection.
Beneficiaries are identified by our beneficiary partners of this programme which includes primary and secondary schools, charity partners, social service agencies, etc.
“Preparing for a new school year can be stressful, and this kit really helped ease the financial burden and ensured my child started school feeling prepared and confident.
My child was especially happy to receive the kit. It made them feel excited and motivated to learn.”
Siti Z, Single mother of 4
“I am truly grateful to WSC at Connect806 for the Back to School Kit given to my child. It has really helped our family and eased a big burden as school expenses can be stressful. Seeing my child so happy and excited to receive the kit really touched my heart. My child especially loved the items, and couldn’t wait to use them for school. Thank you so much for the kindness, support and care shown to our family.”
Rahman’s family
“There are stationaries my children can use and bring to school. There are Oreo, new flavour they didn’t try before, haha and they really loved it.
Thank you for the thoughtful gifts for my children, it brings smile to their face and warm my heart as well. Thank you once again for the joyfulness you have brought into our family. “
Single mom of 2
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