1. Introduction
This guide consolidates all food-related community assistance programmes featured in the Singapore Government’s ‘Together in the Lorongs’ initiative. It provides practical information on eligibility, registration procedures, food types available, contact details, and public transport access to each programme location.
All programmes listed here are free or heavily subsidised, and are administered by community clubs, non-profit organisations, and social service agencies across the island. Residents are encouraged to approach the contact points listed for the most current eligibility requirements, as criteria may be updated periodically.
2. Quick Reference Summary
| Programme | Location | Schedule | Contact |
| Kampung Bishan Bread Run | Bishan (3 locations) | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu @ 10:30PM | Kampung Bishan Facebook |
| It’s On Me! | Redhill & Telok Blangah Food Centres | Ongoing | At hawker stall counter |
| Food Rescue Sengkang | Thanggam Hub + island-wide satellites | Every Saturday | 8900 7065 |
| Love Connect Market | Jalan Besar CC, Jellicoe Road | Every Saturday | 6298 6110 |
| Budget Meals @ Punggol Shore | Punggol food courts & kopitiams | Daily (regular hours) | Punggol 21 CC |
| Nee Soon Cares Vouchers & Budget Meals | Selected Nee Soon stalls | Ongoing (one-off voucher) | Nearest Nee Soon CC |
| Belanja-a-Meal | All Sembawang West coffeeshops | Ongoing | 6366 2218 |
| Neighbourhood Food Share @ Telok Kurau | Our Residents’ Hub, Telok Kurau | Last Sunday of month, 6–7PM | Joo Chiat CC: 6344 1926 |
| Loaves of Love Bread | Chai Chee (Kampong Ubi & Kembangan) | Periodic distributions | 6449 6022 / 6745 9919 |
| Community Shop by Food from the Heart | Boon Lay, Lengkok Bahru, Mountbatten, Punggol | Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun 9:30AM–12:30PM | Food from the Heart |
| Hao Ren Hao Shi Mobile Groceries | Toa Payoh, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Merah, Jurong | Scheduled routes | Nearest RC or RN |
| Value Meals @ South West | Vending machines, South West District | 24/7 | South West CDC |
3. Detailed Programme Profiles
Each profile below covers: location and schedule, food types on offer, eligibility criteria, registration process, contact details, and the most convenient public transport route.
3.1 Kampung Bishan’s Bread Run
| Kampung Bishan’s Bread Run | |
| District | Central — Bishan |
| Address | Blk 145 Bishan St 11 (Mon & Wed) · Blk 112 Bishan St 12 (Tue) · Blk 170 Bishan St 13 (Thu) |
| When | Monday & Wednesday: 10:30PM | Tuesday: 10:30PM | Thursday: 10:30PM |
| Food Types | Surplus bread from local businesses — varieties include white loaves, buns, pastries, and rolls. Items vary daily depending on donations. |
| Contact | Kampung Bishan Facebook Page |
| How to Register | No registration required. Walk in to any of the three collection points at 10:30PM on the respective days. |
| By Public Transport | Take MRT to Bishan Station (NS17/CC15) on North-South or Circle Line. Buses 13, 52, 88, 128, 162 serve Bishan St 11/12/13. The blocks are a 5–12 min walk from the station. |
3.2 It’s On Me! (Pay-It-Forward Meals)
| It’s On Me! | |
| District | Central — Redhill & Telok Blangah |
| Address | Redhill Food Centre, 85 Redhill Lane, S150085 | Telok Blangah Food Centre, 79 Telok Blangah Dr, S100079 |
| When | Ongoing during food centre operating hours |
| Eligibility | No income criteria — open to any resident in need. |
| Food Types | Prepared hawker meals and beverages — rice dishes, noodles, drinks, depending on participating stalls. Halal and non-Halal options typically available at hawker centres. |
| Contact | Visit the hawker stall directly. No central hotline — simply approach the stall displaying the ‘It’s On Me!’ magnet board. |
| How to Register | No registration needed. To redeem: walk to a participating stall and take a magnet from the board to receive your sponsored meal or drink. No proof of income required. |
| By Public Transport | Redhill Food Centre: Nearest MRT is Redhill Station (EW18, East-West Line), ~7 min walk. Buses 33, 120, 145, 175 stop nearby. Telok Blangah Food Centre: Nearest MRT is Telok Blangah Station (CC28, Circle Line), ~8 min walk. Buses 10, 30, 57, 131 serve the area. |
3.3 Food Rescue Sengkang
| Food Rescue Sengkang | |
| District | North-East — Sengkang (HQ) + island-wide satellite points (Sembawang West, Ang Mo Kio, Serangoon North, Marymount, Tampines, Yuhua, and others) |
| Address | HQ: Thanggam Hub, 40 Fernvale Road, S797653 |
| When | Every Saturday at Thanggam Hub. Satellite distribution days/times vary by location — check with the organisation directly. |
| Eligibility | Open to all residents from all walks of life. Priority given to families in need. |
| Food Types | Fresh vegetables, fruits, bread, and other unsold/surplus food items sourced from wholesalers and donors. Approximately 15,000–50,000 kg redistributed weekly. Halal and non-Halal items both available. |
| Contact | Phone: 8900 7065 | Check their social media for satellite schedule updates. |
| How to Register | No pre-registration required. Residents may walk in to the HQ or nearest satellite point. Bring a reusable bag. Registration on-site may be requested at some satellite points for record-keeping. |
| By Public Transport | HQ at Thanggam Hub: Take Sengkang LRT (West Loop) to Farmway LRT Station (SWL), then ~5 min walk. Alternatively, take MRT to Sengkang Station (NE16/STC) and board Bus 86 or 88 towards Fernvale Road. |
3.4 Love Connect Market
| Love Connect Market | |
| District | Central — Kampong Glam / Jalan Besar |
| Address | Jalan Besar Community Centre, 69 Jellicoe Road, S208737 |
| When | Every Saturday |
| Eligibility | Residents in need, particularly lower-income families in the Kampong Glam area. |
| Food Types | Fresh vegetables, fruits, eggs, and other food produce. Clothes and children’s items are also available at the market. |
| Contact | Jalan Besar CC: 6298 6110 |
| How to Register | No pre-registration required. Walk in on Saturdays. Residents of Kampong Glam and surrounding areas are primary beneficiaries, but the market is accessible to all. |
| By Public Transport | Nearest MRT: Lavender Station (EW11, East-West Line), ~12 min walk. Or Bugis Station (EW12/DT14), ~15 min walk. Buses 2, 12, 33, 51, 63, 80, 100 serve Jellicoe Road / Lavender area. |
3.5 Budget Meals Programme (Punggol Shore)
| Budget Meals @ Punggol Shore | |
| District | North-East — Punggol |
| Address | Food courts and kopitiams at Punggol Shore, including Punggol Plaza Koufu |
| When | Daily during regular food court and kopitiam operating hours |
| Eligibility | Open to all. WeCare voucher assistance available for eligible lower-income residents. |
| Food Types | Wide range of local cuisines: rice dishes (e.g., cai fan), noodles, snacks. Halal options available. Menus vary by stall. |
| Contact | Punggol 21 CC (see Punggol 21 CC website). Participating stalls are identifiable by their Budget Meal poster. |
| How to Register | No registration needed for the general public. Budget meals priced at ~$3.50 are available to all diners. Punggol Shore WeCare voucher holders may present their vouchers for additional subsidies. |
| By Public Transport | Nearest MRT: Punggol Station (NE17/PTC). Take the Punggol LRT to Waterway Point or walk ~10 min to Punggol Plaza. Buses 43, 50, 83, 117 serve Punggol Central. |
3.6 Nee Soon Cares Vouchers & Budget Meals
| Nee Soon Cares Vouchers & Budget Meals | |
| District | North-West — Nee Soon |
| Address | Selected market and food stalls across Nee Soon estate |
| When | Ongoing. One-off $40 voucher redemption; budget meals available daily. |
| Eligibility | Nee Soon households. Voucher eligibility assessed upon registration. |
| Food Types | Cooked hawker food, market produce (fresh vegetables, meat, seafood), and groceries at participating market stalls. Budget meals priced below $3.50. |
| Contact | Contact the Community Club closest to your home in the Nee Soon area. |
| How to Register | Register with your nearest Nee Soon CC. Eligible Nee Soon households (approx. 72,000 households) can register and receive a one-off $40 Nee Soon Cares voucher. Bring your NRIC or proof of address. |
| By Public Transport | Nee Soon spans Yishun and Sembawang areas. Nearest MRTs: Yishun Station (NS13), Khatib Station (NS14), or Sembawang Station (NS11). Multiple bus services (e.g., 67, 101, 103, 117) operate throughout the estate. Use the MyTransport.SG app for real-time directions to your nearest participating stall. |
3.7 Belanja-a-Meal (Sembawang West)
| Belanja-a-Meal | |
| District | North-West — Sembawang West |
| Address | All coffeeshops in Sembawang West |
| When | Ongoing — approach any Belanja-a-Meal placard coffeeshop stall at any time. |
| Eligibility | No criteria needed. Open to anyone in immediate need of a meal. |
| Food Types | Cooked hawker meals — rice, noodles, and local favourites depending on the stall. No specific food type restriction. |
| Contact | Woodlands Galaxy CC: 6366 2218 | Donations via Give Asia or at supported stalls. |
| How to Register | No registration required to receive a meal. Walk up to any hawker stall displaying a ‘Belanja-a-Meal’ placard and request a sponsored meal. To donate, visit Give Asia or contribute directly at the stall. |
| By Public Transport | Nearest MRT: Sembawang Station (NS11), then take a connecting bus (e.g., Bus 105, 858, 960) to Sembawang West coffeeshops. Canberra Station (NS12) is also nearby. |
3.8 Neighbourhood Food Share @ Telok Kurau Park
| Neighbourhood Food Share @ Telok Kurau Park | |
| District | South-East — Joo Chiat / Telok Kurau |
| Address | Our Residents’ Hub, 151 Lorong J Telok Kurau, S423466 |
| When | Last Sunday of every month, 6:00PM – 7:00PM |
| Eligibility | Residents of Telok Kurau and surrounding areas prioritised, but open to all who register. |
| Food Types | Fresh fruits and vegetables rescued from FairPrice Group. Produce varies monthly depending on available food rescue stock. |
| Contact | Joo Chiat CC: 6344 1926 |
| How to Register | No pre-registration needed. Residents may register on-site on the day of the distribution. Bring a reusable bag. |
| By Public Transport | Nearest MRT: Kembangan Station (EW6, East-West Line), ~10 min walk. Eunos Station (EW7) is also accessible. Buses 10, 65, 43 serve Telok Kurau Road. |
3.9 Loaves of Love Bread (Chai Chee)
| Loaves of Love Bread | |
| District | South-East — Kampong Ubi & Kampong Chai Chee |
| Address | Distribution points in Chai Chee estate (specific void deck locations announced periodically) |
| When | Periodic distributions — check with the CC for upcoming schedules. |
| Eligibility | Chai Chee residents in need. No means-testing required at distribution. |
| Food Types | Unsold bread collected from bakeries and hotels — loaves, buns, rolls. Varieties depend on donations received. |
| Contact | Kampong Kembangan CC: 6449 6022 | Kampong Ubi CC: 6745 9919 |
| How to Register | No formal registration required. Residents in need may approach distribution points during scheduled distributions. Contact the CC to confirm the next distribution date. |
| By Public Transport | Nearest MRT: Kembangan Station (EW6, East-West Line) or Bedok Station (EW5). Buses 65, 43, 10 serve Chai Chee Road. |
3.10 Community Shop by Food from the Heart
| Community Shop by Food from the Heart | |
| District | Island-wide — Boon Lay, Lengkok Bahru, Mountbatten, Punggol |
| Address | Boon Lay: Blk 176 Boon Lay Drive #01-366 | Lengkok Bahru: Blk 55 Lengkok Bahru #01-389 | Mountbatten: Blk 13 Old Airport Road #01-57 | Punggol: Blk 224A Sumang Lane #01-02 |
| When | Boon Lay & Lengkok Bahru: Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun 9:30AM–12:30PM | Mountbatten & Punggol: Tue, Thu & Sat 9:30AM–12:30PM |
| Eligibility | Low-income families registered with Food from the Heart. Approx. 59,000 beneficiaries served nationally. |
| Food Types | Free mini-mart model: eligible residents choose 12–14 food items per visit, including fresh local produce (vegetables, fruits) and non-perishables (canned goods, rice, noodles, condiments). Halal-certified items included. |
| Contact | Food from the Heart (refer to their official website). For CC-specific queries, contact the CC in the relevant area. |
| How to Register | Eligibility assessment required. Low-income families must register with Food from the Heart (or via their CC / social service agency). Upon approval, eligible residents receive a membership card to shop at the Community Shop free of charge. |
| By Public Transport | Boon Lay: MRT to Boon Lay Station (EW27), then ~8 min walk or Bus 180, 181, 182. Lengkok Bahru: MRT to Redhill Station (EW18), then Bus 33 or ~15 min walk. Mountbatten: MRT to Mountbatten Station (CC7), then ~5 min walk. Punggol: MRT to Punggol Station (NE17), then Punggol LRT to Sumang LRT Station. |
3.11 Hao Ren Hao Shi Mobile Groceries
| Hao Ren Hao Shi Mobile Groceries | |
| District | Island-wide — Toa Payoh, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Merah, Jurong West, Aljunied, Punggol, and more |
| Address | Mobile truck service — arrives at scheduled void deck / carpark locations across Singapore |
| When | Scheduled routes (varies by zone). Contact Hao Ren Hao Shi or your nearest RC/RN for your area’s schedule. |
| Eligibility | Lower-income residents registered as beneficiaries. Approximately 1,800 families served monthly. |
| Food Types | Food and essential household items (e.g., cooking oil, condiments, canned goods, rice, fresh produce). Items vary by truck inventory each visit. |
| Contact | Hao Ren Hao Shi (refer to their official website) or your nearest Residents’ Committee (RC) or Residents’ Network (RN). |
| How to Register | Register as a beneficiary through your nearest RC or RN, or directly with Hao Ren Hao Shi. They currently serve approximately 1,800 beneficiaries monthly. Means-testing applies. |
| By Public Transport | The service comes directly to your neighbourhood — no travel required for registered beneficiaries. For schedule enquiries, use the MyTransport.SG app to identify your RC office, or call your town council. |
3.12 Value Meals @ South West
| Value Meals @ South West | |
| District | South-West District — multiple vending machine locations |
| Address | Various locations within the South West District — refer to the South West CDC Google Map for pinned vending machine locations. |
| When | Available 24/7 |
| Eligibility | Open to all for purchase at $3. Subsidised credits available to registered low-income beneficiaries. |
| Food Types | Ready-to-eat meals: rice dishes, noodle dishes, sandwiches, local favourites (e.g., chicken rice, laksa). Halal options included. Menu rotated regularly. |
| Contact | South West CDC (refer to their official website for the full location map). |
| How to Register | General public: Simply purchase from the vending machine at $3 or less per item. Selected beneficiaries receive pre-loaded credits on their value card — refer to South West CDC for beneficiary registration details. |
| By Public Transport | Vending machines are located at community touchpoints across the South West District (Jurong, Clementi, Buona Vista, etc.). Nearest MRT lines serving the area: East-West Line (Jurong East EW24, Clementi EW23) and Circle Line. Buses serving Jurong and Clementi residential estates offer wide coverage. |
4. Additional Food Assistance Resources (Recommended)
The following programmes and organisations provide supplementary or complementary food assistance beyond the ‘Together in the Lorongs’ listing. Residents are encouraged to approach these channels if the above programmes do not cover their area or needs.
4.1 Singapore Food Bank
Singapore Food Bank (SFB) is one of the largest food banks in Singapore, redistributing surplus food donations to over 100 social service agencies island-wide. Individuals cannot receive food directly from SFB, but their partner agencies (family service centres, social service offices) can refer beneficiaries.
Website: www.foodbank.sg
How to Access: Approach your nearest Social Service Office (SSO) or Family Service Centre (FSC) for a referral to a Food Bank partner agency.
4.2 Social Service Office (SSO) — ComCare Assistance
SSOs administer ComCare short-to-medium-term assistance, which includes grocery vouchers, food assistance referrals, and cash assistance for low-income households. Each SSO serves a specific geographic cluster.
Contact: 1800-222-0000 (MSF ComCare hotline, toll-free)
Website: www.msf.gov.sg/comcare
How to Register: Walk in to your nearest SSO with NRIC, proof of address, household income documents, and bank statements. Staff will conduct a needs assessment.
By Public Transport: SSOs are accessible by MRT and bus in every planning area. Use OneMap.sg or MyTransport.SG to locate the SSO nearest to your home.
4.3 CDC Vouchers (All Five CDCs)
All five Community Development Councils (CDCs) jointly distribute CDC Vouchers to Singaporean households annually. These can be used at participating hawkers, heartland merchants, and supermarkets island-wide.
How to Claim: Register at go.gov.sg/cdcv with your Singpass. No income criteria — all Singaporean households are eligible. Vouchers are loaded onto a digital wallet.
Where to Use: Participating hawker stalls, heartland shops, and supermarkets displaying the CDC Voucher logo. Full merchant list at vouchers.cdc.sg.
4.4 Willing Hearts Soup Kitchen
Willing Hearts operates a daily soup kitchen that prepares and distributes over 5,000 meals daily to beneficiaries across Singapore including the elderly, disabled, and low-income families.
Contact: 6281 5888
Website: www.willinghearts.org.sg
How to Register: Contact Willing Hearts directly to register as a meal recipient. Meals are delivered to registered beneficiaries or distributed at their kitchen.
Location: 55 Lorong L Telok Kurau, S425500. Nearest MRT: Kembangan Station (EW6).
4.5 Fei Yue Community Services — FoodAid
Fei Yue provides food assistance to low-income residents in the West of Singapore through regular food packs and festive hampers.
Contact: 6567 1908
Website: www.feiyue.org.sg
How to Access: Contact Fei Yue directly or approach your nearest FSC for a referral. Primarily serves residents in Jurong, Clementi, Bukit Panjang, and Choa Chu Kang.
4.6 NTUC FairPrice Community Food Distribution
FairPrice Group periodically organises community food distributions in partnership with People’s Association and community clubs. Their Neighbourhood Food Share initiative (referenced under Telok Kurau) has been expanded to additional locations island-wide.
Contact: Visit your nearest CC or check PA’s website for upcoming FairPrice food distribution events near you.
4.7 Halal-Specific Food Assistance — Mosque-Based Programmes
Numerous mosques island-wide operate their own zakat-funded food assistance and iftar distribution programmes, particularly during Ramadan. These are open to Muslim residents in need.
Contact: Muis (Islamic Religious Council of Singapore): 6359 1199 or www.muis.gov.sg
How to Access: Contact your nearest mosque or Muis directly for referral to mosque-based food assistance.
4.8 Children’s Food Bank
Specifically targeting children from food-insecure households, the Children’s Food Bank distributes food packs to children referred through social workers and community partners.
Website: www.childrensfoodbank.sg
How to Access: Referral via a social worker, school counsellor, or FSC required.
5. Practical Guide for Beneficiaries
5.1 How to Identify the Right Programme
The following considerations may help residents identify the most suitable food assistance programme:
- Immediate food need (same day): ‘It’s On Me!’ at Redhill or Telok Blangah Food Centre, or Belanja-a-Meal at any Sembawang West coffeeshop — no registration or criteria needed.
- Regular weekly food supply (fresh produce): Food Rescue Sengkang (Saturdays), Love Connect Market (Saturdays), Neighbourhood Food Share (last Sunday of month).
- Free grocery shopping model: Community Shop by Food from the Heart (Boon Lay, Lengkok Bahru, Mountbatten, Punggol) — requires prior registration.
- Affordable budget meals daily: Budget Meals @ Punggol Shore, Nee Soon budget meal stalls, or Value Meals @ South West vending machines.
- Bread/baked goods: Kampung Bishan Bread Run (nightly), Loaves of Love Bread (Chai Chee, periodic).
- Mobile grocery delivery to your neighbourhood: Hao Ren Hao Shi Mobile Groceries — register via your RC or RN.
- Financial vouchers redeemable at hawkers/markets: Nee Soon Cares Vouchers or CDC Vouchers (all Singaporeans).
5.2 What to Bring
While most walk-in programmes require no documents, it is advisable to bring the following when attending a programme for the first time:
- NRIC or proof of identity
- Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, letter addressed to your home)
- CHAS card (if applicable — Blue, Orange, or Green) for programmes with CHAS-based eligibility
- Reusable bags or containers for collecting fresh produce or groceries
- Pioneer Generation or Merdeka Generation card if applicable
5.3 Key Digital Tools for Navigation
- OneMap.sg — official Singapore mapping service for accurate addresses and walking routes
- MyTransport.SG app — real-time bus arrival times and MRT journey planning
- Google Maps — useful for transit directions and walking time estimates
- SingPass App — required for CDC Voucher registration and some community programme sign-ups