Nepal-Tibet disaster: Singapore to contribute US$100,000 as seed money for Red Cross fundraising
The contribution will support humanitarian relief efforts in Nepal and address the immediate needs of affected communities, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Rescued residents react as they meet family members at an army camp following flash floods in Battar Bazar town of Nepal's Nuwakot district, on Aug 28, 2026. (Photo: Prabin Ranabhat/AFP)
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28 Aug 2026 06:13PM
SINGAPORE: The Singapore government will contribute US$100,000 (S$127,000) as seed money to support the Singapore Red Cross’ (SRC) public fundraising appeal for communities affected by the devastating floods along the Nepal-China border, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Friday (Aug 28).
The contribution will support humanitarian relief efforts in Nepal and address the immediate needs of affected communities, MFA said.
The SRC launched its public fundraising appeal on Friday. As at 6pm, it had raised more than S$150,000 from over 900 donors.
The appeal will remain open until Nov 30.
"The funds raised will be channelled through the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and other humanitarian partners to support the ground operations and to address humanitarian needs and developments on the ground," SRC said.
Earlier this week, SRC pledged S$50,000 in humanitarian aid, which will support assistance such as the distribution of drinking water and emergency supplies like tarpaulins, blankets, sleeping mats, first aid kits and body bags.
More than 1,000 people, including nine Singaporeans, remain missing in Nepal and neighbouring China after the floods.
NEPAL SEEKS FINANCIAL AID
Nepal does not require foreign search and rescue teams, as its own security agencies are able to handle the operation, Nepali news publication The Kathmandu Post reported.
The government's decision was based on its experience during the 2015 Nepal earthquake, when an influx of foreign search and rescue teams caused significant coordination and management issues, the report said.
Instead, the government wants financial assistance to be channelled through a one-door mechanism via the Prime Minister Relief Fund. It plans to seek additional financial aid and other support during the reconstruction phase.
According to The Kathmandu Post, the United States, the United Kingdom and the World Bank have already announced financial support, while South Korea has pledged US$1 million in humanitarian assistance through international organisations.
Members of the public who wish to contribute to the SRC's fundraising appeal can donate here.
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