Tai Po Fire Emergency Relief Efforts

The HandsOn community’s responsiveness to evolving needs in the wake of the tragic fire in Tai Po has been incredibly moving. 

The road to rebuilding—both physically and emotionally—will be a long one, and we will stand firmly alongside those affected.  The short list below includes critical NGOs seeking donations of food, emergency items and funds.

Our team is continually assessing community needs alongside our partners in Tai Po. These organisations are taking a critical role in supporting seniors and families in the area. Donations HandsOn receives during this period will be applied to the relief and recovery efforts of these vital small nonprofits. You can make a donation to support this work here. Volunteers with skills or a special interest in supporting the wellbeing of affected families can leave their details here for future contact.

If you’re an NGO seeking support — whether it be volunteers and other resources, please contact us at [email protected]. 

Tai Po Baptist Church Social Service:

Tai Po Baptist Church Social Service is a self-financed NGO that provides community and family-focused social welfare services. Since the fire their integrated social service centre, the Community Hub, is fully focused on supporting affected families to establish case files, follow up on each of their individual needs and coordinate relief efforts with other frontline NGOs.

Donations to support their efforts can be made to:

Tai Po Baptist Church Social Services
Bank of China
012-796-1-017722-8

Crossroads Foundation:

Crossroads Foundation is focused on using their distribution program to provide emergency relief to families affected by the tragedy. A list of essential items can be found here and dropped off at their warehouse in Tuen Mun. They are also accepting financial donations to support response efforts. 

Feeding Hong Kong:

Feeding HK is focused on raising funds for sustained support and is encouraging contributions of specific food items or funds. Details can be found here. Items can be dropped off to their Yau Tong Warehouse and through collection points soon to be announced. We will be calling for HandsOn volunteers to support these efforts.

Habitat for Humanity:

Habitat for Humanity Hong Kong, an NGO dedicated to bringing people together to improve housing conditions, is raising funds to support the affected families. Donations will help families rebuild their homes and restore their dignity through long-term housing support and essential winter relief supplies.

Hong Kong Council of Social Services, Caring Company:

HKCSS is deploying funds and donations to a resource coordination group, composed primarily of NGOs in Tai Po. All donation intentions and support are now under process, and they have temporarily suspended the collection of corporate in-kind donations and volunteer registrations.

Hong Kong Red Cross:

The Red Cross has launched an emergency appeal to raise funds for affected residents and families, providing on-site first aid service, emergency cash assistance, daily necessities, psychological support services and, in the longer term, post-disaster recovery work. At current, all donations received will support this appeal. Red Cross blood donation centres are also located across Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Red Cross: Crypto Giving

Hong Kong headquartered, Animoca Brands has established a fund to support the Hong Kong Red Cross’s relief and recovery efforts. Animoca Brands invites the global crypto community to contribute by donating tokens to two dedicated wallet addresses. All donated tokens will be converted into Hong Kong dollars to support Hong Kong Red Cross’s vital work.

More information can be found here.

Mission for Migrant Workers:

Countless migrant domestic workers have been left stranded or reported missing—losing their homes, their documentation, and in some cases their jobs. Mission for Migrant Workers (MFMW), in partnership with Bethune House, is urgently seeking donations to directly fund shelter, food, and legal aid. English-speaking volunteers with legal skills can also contact them directly to offer assistance. For domestic workers seeking practical or emotional support, please call their hotline: 9338 0035. 

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals:

The SPCA is providing round-the-clock care for animals in need, including those injured or requiring shelter. They are also working tirelessly to reunite pets with their owners. To support these vital efforts, make a donation online here.

*Last updated 16th December 11:51am