Singapore’s homes, bustling streets, and thriving economy owe much to the tireless efforts of our migrant brothers. These unsung heroes have left their homes and families behind to help build our nation. Now, it’s our turn to build a bridge of support for them.

Our migrant brothers form the backbone of many crucial sectors. But they often face unique challenges, from language barriers to financial strains. This giving circle is more than just financial assistance—it’s our way of saying “thank you” to those who have sacrificed so much for Singapore’s progress.

Every contribution to this fund goes beyond monetary value. You’re providing a lifeline during emergencies, access to healthcare and essential services, and a sense of belonging in their adopted home.

Your donation isn’t just money. It is the lifeline for migrant brothers like: 

Arman, a 30-year-old who had a workplace accident while retrieving a 60kg gas cylinder as instructed by supervisor. He suffered severe injuries to his fingers, back, and left shoulder. The accident left him with cuts on his left index finger and right ring finger, with the flesh and bone sliced off his left index finger. Due to his injury, Arman was put on a series of medical leave from July 2023 to June 2024. However, he has not received his entitled medical leave wages for May and June 2024.

Read his story here

Mongli, a 44-year-old who was injured due to supervisor’s negligence. In April 2023, Mongil’s supervisor had an argument with another co-worker. In a fit of anger, his supervisor kicked a metal container weighing 4-6 KG at the co-worker; however, it hit Mongil, who was having his meal nearby. Mongil was struck in his right shin, causing bleeding and injury. Despite initial treatment, Mongil was later diagnosed with osteoarthritis in his right knee. Although Mongil has been given light duty assignments and MCs between April 2023 to February 2024, he has yet to receive his entitled MC money since June 2023.

Read his story here

Naser, a 39-year-old who slipped and fell from a height of two meters, with the ladder subsequently falling on him, leaving him unconscious for 13 hours.  Following this accident, Naser spent five days in the hospital with his upper body in a cast and was discharged with six months of medical leave. Despite this, he didn’t receive his full wages, and even after over a year of rest and painkillers, he still experiences debilitating pain when trying to lift his left arm, making it impossible for him to continue working as a migrant worker.

Read his story here.

What is a Giving Circle?

A Giving Circle is a form of charitable giving where individuals give into a pooled fund set aside to meet the needs of a specific group of people or for a specific need. If you are undecided on which beneficiary to support, Giving Circles is the best way to channel your donations towards the group or needs that you are passionate about.

By donating to the Migrant Worker Giving Circle, you will be helping migrant workers Singapore pressed between their circumstance in Singapore and the commitment they have for their families back home.

Other Giving Circles can be found here.

How will the funds be utilised?

Ray of Hope will perform a detailed needs analysis to determine how the money each beneficiary will receive. Generally speaking, the donations are used for short term financial assistance, daily needs, paying off utilities or town council bills, etc.100% of the donations will be disbursed to the beneficiaries.

Ray of Hope does not take any portion of the donation for our overheads. All beneficiaries have been verified with documentation and relevant checks with government authorities, so you know that your donation is going to the right person.

Regular updates for the Giving Circle. As a member of this Giving Circle, you will receive updates through the website on the beneficiaries helped and how the funds were used.

Every dollar counts. Donate and be a ray of hope today.