A Father Who Shows Up Every Day

Kean Hong is currently the sole breadwinner of the household and works long hours to support his family financially. Every month, his income goes towards managing the family’s daily expenses, rent, and the growing needs of their young child.

At home, his wife cares full-time for their 8-month-old daughter, Yu Ting. She is at the stage where she recognises familiar faces and responds with wide smiles. Her days are filled with milk feeds, short naps, and playful moments on the living room floor.

The couple is trying their best to manage their responsibilities carefully and remain hopeful that, with some time and support, their situation will gradually stabilise.

Kean Hong’s wife and daughter currently hold a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), which limits their eligibility for certain subsidies. As a result, infant care fees exceed $2,000 per month — significantly higher than what many local families pay.

Without affordable childcare arrangements, his wife is unable to return to work. At the same time, relying on a single income makes infant care financially out of reach for the family.

One Income, Many Responsibilities

The family relies entirely on Kean Hong’s income to cover rental, utilities, groceries, transport, and their daughter’s daily needs. Milk powder, diapers, and other essentials add to the monthly costs.

The couple also continues to provide financial support to their parents. It is something they feel responsible for, even as they manage their own young household.

With only one income stretched across these commitments, there is little room for unexpected expenses. For now, they focus on essentials and plan each month carefully.

His wife hopes to return to work when childcare becomes feasible. They want to move toward a more stable two-income household. They just need time to get there.

What We Are Raising

We are raising $3,257.60* ($800 per month for four months) to provide temporary financial relief during this caregiving period.

The funds will help cover daily living expenses, child-related essentials, and short-term support while they explore longer-term childcare arrangements.

This is not long-term assistance. It is a temporary cushion while they work toward greater stability.

What This Support Will Mean

Four months of steady support can make a practical difference.

It allows Kean Hong to continue working without constant worry about falling behind on rent or household expenses. It gives his wife time to explore childcare options thoughtfully rather than rushing into arrangements they cannot sustain. 

Most importantly, the support will help ensure that Yu Ting’s daily needs continue to be met during these important early months of her development.

Right now, this young family simply needs breathing room.

With $800 a month for four months, the family hopes to gain some breathing space as they work towards more stable and sustainable long-term arrangements.

*The campaign goal includes a 1.8% payment processing fee.