SG Cares Volunteer Centres Across All 24 Towns
Since November 2018, community-based organizations have been appointed to operate SG Cares Volunteer Centres (VCs) in residential towns across Singapore. As of early 2026, all 24 towns have an operational VC. Each centre is responsible for growing and coordinating volunteer supply, building volunteer management capabilities within local organizations, and brokering partnerships between those who want to give and those who need support.
The SG Cares movement itself is co-led by the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre (NVPC) and the National Council of Social Service (NCSS), with oversight from the SG Cares Office under the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY).
How the Volunteer Centres Operate
Each SG Cares VC is run by an established community organization that already has deep ties in the town it serves. The operator identifies local needs, recruits and deploys volunteers, and connects donors with relevant causes. Rather than running their own programmes exclusively, the VCs broker relationships between volunteers and existing charities, social enterprises, and grassroots organizations in the neighbourhood.
A typical centre handles requests such as: matching a corporate group with a meal distribution project, connecting a retiree to a weekly befriending programme at a nearby nursing home, or linking a university student to a tutoring initiative for at-risk children. The key function is coordination rather than direct delivery of services, although some operators also run their own social programmes.
North Region
Sembawang
Operated by Blossom Seeds Limited. This centre covers the Sembawang constituency and works primarily with elderly residents and low-income families in the area. Blossom Seeds is a charity that focuses on community development through seniors' programmes and family-oriented activities.
Woodlands
Operated by Care Corner Singapore. Care Corner is one of Singapore's larger nonprofits, running over 80 programmes across multiple locations. In Woodlands, the VC coordinates volunteers for befriending, youth mentoring, and food assistance programmes. Care Corner also operates VCs in Tampines and Toa Payoh.
Yishun
Operated by CampusImpact. This organization has been working in Yishun for years, with a strong focus on youth engagement, after-school programmes, and community safety initiatives.
Northeast Region
Ang Mo Kio
Operated by Allkin Singapore Ltd (formerly known as AMKFSC Community Services). Allkin is a charity that runs a wide range of services from family service centres to early intervention programmes. The organization also operates VCs in Punggol and Sengkang.
Hougang
Operated by Fei Yue Community Services. Fei Yue is a well-established social service agency that also runs VCs in Bukit Batok, Bukit Panjang, and Chua Chu Kang. In Hougang, the focus is on elderly befriending, youth development, and family support.
Punggol and Sengkang
Both operated by Allkin Singapore Ltd. These newer residential towns have growing populations and a high proportion of young families. Volunteer efforts tend to focus on children's activities, parenting support groups, and neighbourhood integration programmes for new residents.
Serangoon
Operated by Care Community Services Society. This centre also covers the Geylang VC. Care Community focuses on food assistance, casework, and neighbourhood-level outreach.
East Region
Bedok
Operated by Filos Community Services. Bedok is one of Singapore's oldest and most densely populated towns. Filos coordinates volunteers for elderly visitation, youth mentoring, and community events in the neighbourhood.
Geylang
Operated by Care Community Services Society. Geylang has a diverse population and specific social challenges. Volunteer roles here include meal preparation for migrant workers, befriending visits, and ad-hoc event support.
Pasir Ris
Operated by Children-At-Risk Empowerment Association (CARE Singapore). CARE Singapore's expertise lies in youth work, particularly for at-risk adolescents. The Pasir Ris VC recruits mentors, tutors, and programme facilitators.
Tampines
Operated by Care Corner Singapore. One of Singapore's largest towns by population, Tampines has a high volume of volunteer activity. The VC handles referrals for befriending, food distribution, children's programmes, and seasonal campaigns.
West Region
Boon Lay
Operated by Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities. THK is one of the largest social service providers in Singapore, operating across multiple sectors including nursing homes, family services, and disability support.
Bukit Batok, Bukit Panjang, and Chua Chu Kang
All three operated by Fei Yue Community Services. Fei Yue's presence across these western towns allows for cross-town coordination of volunteer deployment, particularly for seasonal projects like festive meal distribution or back-to-school supply drives.
Clementi
Operated by Foundation of Rotary Clubs (Singapore) Ltd. The Rotary network draws on its member base to source volunteers for community projects, health screening events, and educational initiatives.
Jurong
Operated by Tasek Academy and Social Services Limited. Tasek focuses on literacy, education, and social mobility programmes. The Jurong VC recruits tutors, reading buddies, and programme volunteers.
Jurong East
Operated by Loving Heart Multi-Service Centre. This centre coordinates volunteers for meal delivery, elderly companionship, and community outreach in the Jurong East precinct.
Central Region
Bukit Merah and Kreta Ayer
Both operated by New Hope Community Services. These inner-city towns have significant elderly populations living in older HDB flats. Volunteer roles commonly involve home visits, meal assistance, and help with basic household maintenance.
Jalan Besar
Operated by Kampong Kapor Community Services. This centre works closely with the area's mix of long-term residents and migrant worker communities, coordinating food aid, language support, and cultural integration activities.
Queenstown
Operated by FaithActs. Queenstown is one of Singapore's oldest housing estates. FaithActs coordinates volunteers for programmes targeting elderly residents, persons with disabilities, and families in rental housing.
Toa Payoh
Operated by Care Corner Singapore. Another mature estate with a large senior population. The VC here has a strong befriending programme and works with nearby schools to engage student volunteers in intergenerational activities.
Finding Your Local Volunteer Centre
The full list of SG Cares Volunteer Centres, including addresses and contact information, is maintained on the official SG Cares website. Individuals and groups can also search for volunteering opportunities through volunteer.gov.sg and Giving.sg, both of which list roles available through VCs and other organizations.
Corporate groups typically contact the VC in the town where they wish to volunteer and discuss suitable projects. Many centres offer curated experiences for first-time corporate volunteers, including orientation briefings and guided activities.