SG's charity launches fundraiser for migrant workers with critical illnesses

7/12/2024 15:01

A Singaporean charity has unveiled a new initiative to support migrant workers facing critical illnesses, aiming to raise 410,500 Singapore dollars (about 307,875 U.S. dollars) to assist 20 workers over the next two years.



The CritiCare Fund for Migrant Workers seeks to bridge the financial gaps for workers whose insurance payouts fall short of covering treatment costs, according to the fund's founders at a press briefing on Friday.



Donations will be managed by Ray of Hope, a registered charity overseen by Singapore's Ministry of Social and Family Development. Disbursement decisions will be made by a community-led council that includes doctors, civil society folks, employers, migrant workers and others.



The council has estimated that each case will require approximately 20,000 Singapore dollars, setting aside an additional 10,500 Singapore dollars for administrative expenses.



The team will also collect data on the incidence of critical illnesses among migrant workers, aiming to inform future insurance policies and healthcare planning.