A Minute For Kindness Initiative: Celebrating SG60 Together
What your gift makes possible
It only takes 60 seconds
Our goal:
$100,000
$10
Helps provide 1 subsidised TCM consultation + essential medication for a senior managing chronic pain
$60
The SG60 Gift: Helps provide a full month of wellness support including treatments, medicine, and community activities for a pioneer
$120
Helps provide subsidised care for 2 low- income families’ elderly parents for a month
- Your Donation is Tax-Deductible
- IPC Reg: HEF0039/G
- Charity Reg No: 0034
Before Singapore Had CHAS Cards, We Had Community
For 124 years, Sian Chay has been Singapore’s original “kampong clinic.” This SG60, help us continue caring for the pioneers who built our nation.
Subsidised Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) specifically for chronic pain management – exactly what our aging pioneers need most.
14 clinics within HDB estates – seniors can walk to care instead of struggling with transport to distant hospitals.
Affordable treatments that preserve independence and pride – not charity handouts, but accessible healthcare within reach.
Our mission is realised daily through:
Free & subsidised TCM Consultations, Treatments & Medication: Easing the burden of healthcare costs for elderly seniors, low-income families, and those in need. From 2014-2023 alone, we served 3,485,248 patient visits and dispensed 6,610,858 prescription dosages across our 14 conveniently located branches. This ensures our pioneers and vulnerable citizens receive essential traditional healing.
“Every $10 helps a patient receive a TCM consultation, treatment and also essential medication, offering relief not only to them, but also to their family.”
Your donation can make a meaningful difference and help us uphold the spirit of SG60
Support the Vulnerable
Alleviate the financial and practical burden for those who need it most.
Strengthen Community Care
Your support fosters a profound sense of connection and compassion within our community, embodying the “Building Our Singapore Together” theme of SG60.
Community Wellness Classes
Offering free health, wellness, and educational programs for seniors, low-income families, and the wider community. These initiatives promote active aging, intergenerational bonding, social engagement, and mental well-being for all participants.
And many more…
“For many seniors, the choice is between paying for utilities or paying for pain relief. Your SG60 gift means they don’t have to choose.”
Take “A Minute For Kindness” today. Your support sustains the holistic care Sian Chay provides, directly contributing to “Building Our Singapore Together” – a stronger, healthier, and more compassionate nation for everyone.
Nicole
January 30, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 50.00
Anonymous
January 30, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 50.00
GBC
January 30, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 100.00
Anonymous
January 30, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 10.00
Jaslyn Lee
January 30, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 50.00
Tan Puay Leng
January 29, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 120.00
Anonymous
January 29, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 50.00
Eugene Oon Yong Meng
January 29, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 90.00
Yuan Xinyue
January 29, 2026
Amount Donated
SGD 50.00
I’m proud to support the A Minute For Kindness initiative. It’s amazing how such a small act can bring real comfort to our seniors and those in need. Knowing my contribution helps continue Sian Chay’s 124-year legacy makes me feel connected to our community’s future.
Rachel Tan
Community Volunteer & Donor
Giving to this campaign is my way of celebrating SG60 with purpose. The meals, care, and kindness shared through this initiative truly touch lives. I’m glad to play a small part in building a more compassionate Singapore.
Daniel Lim
Corporate Supporter
Meet the Pioneers We Serve
Every dollar creates dignity, connection, and relief for our community's builders
Mdm Chen, 74 - Toa Payoh Resident
“The medicine at Sian Chay is so affordable. I used to choose between paying for utilities or pain relief. Now I don’t have to choose. The doctors are patient and kind – they treat me with respect.”
Mr Raj, 68 - Former Construction Worker
“After 40 years building Singapore’s skyline, my
back was giving me daily pain. The TCM
treatments at my void deck clinic helped me get
moving again. I can play with my grandchildren
now.”
Aunty Lim, 71 - Bedok Grandmother
“It’s not just about the treatment – it’s about
having somewhere to go where people know your
name. The clinic is like our community center. We
look after each other here.”
Frequently asked question
Your gift goes directly to patient care, medicine & community programmes.
Donations processed through approved platforms and with complete donor details are eligible for tax treatment per IRAS guidelines (where applicable). We’ll handle submission automatically.
Yes. Corporate sponsorships help underwrite consultations, treatment and medication, and can be paired with employee volunteering. Please contact us at charity@sianchay.org.sg to explore options.
Monthly micro‑updates show treatments and medications disbursed, highlights from the month, and the next chances to help.
What your gift makes possible
It only takes a 60 seconds
Our goal:
$100,000
$10
Helps provide 1 subsidised TCM consultation + essential medication for a senior managing chronic pain
$60
The SG60 Gift: Helps provide a full month of wellness support including treatments, medicine, and community activities for a pioneer
$120
Helps provide subsidised care for 2 low- income families’ elderly parents for a month
- Your Donation is Tax-Deductible
- IPC Reg: HEF0039/G
- Charity Reg No: 0034
Trust & Safety
- Registered charity partner; governance and audits in place
- Subsidised TCM specifically for chronic pain management
- Volunteer insurance and PDPA-compliant consent practices
- Clear cost allocation and live progress updates to donors
Support our mission to heal and help. Sian Chay Medical Institution has provided free traditional Chinese medicine to Singapore’s communities since 1901.
Lend a Hand – Volunteer with Us!
You don’t need much to make a big impact — just your time and heart. Join our volunteer family and help us bring care, comfort, and kindness to those who need it most. From events to outreach, every role matters!
Spreading kindness through care, compassion, and community support — one life at a time.
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