Charity Profile
The Singapore Red Cross is a member of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and as such adheres to the Geneva Conventions (1949).
Read the constitution here.
Charity Profile and Constitution
Singapore Red Cross Society
Registered address: Red Cross House, 15 Penang Lane, Singapore 238486
| Constitution: | Incorporated under the Singapore Red Cross Society Act 1973 on 6 April 1973. First established as the Singapore Branch of the British Red Cross on 30 September 1949.First established as the Singapore Branch of the British Red Cross on 30 September 1949. |
| Unique Entity Number: | S86CC0370E |
| Registered Charity with MCCY: | Since 3 September 1986 |
| Member of NCSS Central Fund (General Fund): | 97/021/SRC – Since 1997 |
| Approved as an Institution of Public Character: | 01/11/2025 to 31/10/2028 |
| GST Registration Number: | M90002951E |
In 2013, SRC was awarded the Charity Governance Award which honours charities that have adopted the highest standards of governance and implemented the best practices to ensure sustained effectiveness.
Consecutively in 2016 and 2017, as well as in 2023 and 2024, we received the Charity Transparency Award for being one of the nation’s best governed charities. These awards attest to SRC’s commitment in upholding the highest standards in transparency — a key pillar in governance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a time commitment to volunteer?
Time commitment depends on your availability. Regular volunteering roles with no time commitment and ad-hoc volunteering roles are available. However, certain SRC Programmes and volunteer roles, especially those beneficiary-facing (i.e. Befriender, Tutor/Mentor, etc), will require more regular commitment as it entails forming and maintaining relationships with beneficiaries.
Further information will be given during the Volunteer Induction Sessions (VIS) by the Programme Managers and/or Volunteer Leaders.
How can I be notified of volunteering opportunities?
There are two channels to find out about available opportunities
- SRC Volunteer Portal When you log in to the Volunteer Portal (vp.redcross.sg), you will be able to view and register for upcoming volunteering opportunities. Please ensure your profile details are updated (including licences and certifications), and that you have selected the roles you are interested in volunteering as. This will provide you access to view and register for upcoming events / opportunities tailored to your volunteering interests
- Email listing Once your registration is complete, you will automatically be added into our mailing list and receive email updates on the latest happenings and upcoming training and volunteering opportunities.
To avoid missing out on any email correspondence from Singapore Red Cross, you may want to whitelist [email protected].
What are the available group/corporate volunteering opportunities?
For more information on how you can start group volunteering, email us at [email protected].
Must I be a certified First Aider in order to volunteer?
To volunteer in SRC’s first aid-related programmes (e.g. First Aider On Wheels, Community First Aid, deployment for overseas missions), volunteers must be First Aid certified.For other programmes, it is not mandatory to be First Aid certified. However, all members are encouraged to sign up for the Standard First Aid + AED Provider course which is conducted by the Singapore Red Cross Academy (SRCA).
Is there any available training for volunteers?
Depending your area of involvement, you may receive:
- Programme Orientation & Training
An in-depth orientation and/or programme-specific training to help you carry out your role effectively. Some programmes may require your commitment before training is offered. - Volunteer Skills Training (VST)
An upskill initiative for our general pool of volunteers with transferable skills for future volunteering, with the aim of building a stronger skilled volunteer pool. - Volunteer Leadership Programme (VLP)
A specialised programme to empower committed volunteers to take on leadership roles. Selection is based on passion, leadership potential, communication skills, and a 2-year commitment. Benefits include training sponsorship, an exclusive vest, opportunities to represent SRC at key events, and official appointment letters.
How do I register for the Volunteer Induction Session (VIS)?
Volunteer Induction Session is the mandatory orientation for all newly signed-up volunteers. It is conducted at least once a month, and prepares you with information you need to start your volunteering journey with us.
To register for VIS, log in to the Volunteer Portal and you will see the banner on Volunteer Induction session (VIS) slots. Click ‘Go’ and you will be directed to the list of upcoming VIS sessions for you to register.