About
What does Wicare Support Group do?
Providing Comfort & Assistance for Broken-Hearted Widows & Fatherless Children Wicare Support Group is a Singapore-based charity established in 1998 to help widows and their children cope with grief. Our holistic approach includes support groups, financial assistance, counseling, and social activities. Run by a network of widows who have overcome their own pain, Wicare serves over 700 members and offers tax-deductible donations since 1998
Founded
2000
People
chay tai yoke, nancy thio ling lie, lim poh hong, wei suat nee, tay seow fang (zheng xiaofang), martini hoan lee hoa manuru, lye lan fong, tay siew kee, ho pei fern
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 2000
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Providing emotional support to widows and fatherless children who are grieving and coping with loss, helping them navigate their bereavement through various programs such as counseling sessions, social activities, and financial assistance.
- Offering a sense of community and belonging for the beneficiaries by connecting them with others in similar situations, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.
- Promoting mental health awareness within society by highlighting the importance of emotional support during times of grief and loss.
- Encouraging volunteerism among Singaporeans who are inspired to help those in need, fostering a culture of compassion and empathy towards widows and their children.
- Enhancing social cohesion by bringing together people from different backgrounds and walks of life to support the same cause, thereby prom
Donation Income
Fundraising Efficiency
This indicates the cost to raise a single dollar. A lower cost suggests the charity is more efficient in its fundraising efforts.
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
Financials
Donation Income
What are the donations used for?
- Providing emotional support to widows and fatherless children who are grieving and coping with loss, helping them navigate their bereavement through various programs such as counseling sessions, social activities, and financial assistance.
- Offering a sense of community and belonging for the beneficiaries by connecting them with others in similar situations, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.
- Promoting mental health awareness within society by highlighting the importance of emotional support during times of grief and loss.
- Encouraging volunteerism among Singaporeans who are inspired to help those in need, fostering a culture of compassion and empathy towards widows and their children.
- Enhancing social cohesion by bringing together people from different backgrounds and walks of life to support the same cause, thereby prom
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
Fundraising Efficiency
This indicates the cost to raise a single dollar. A lower cost suggests the charity is more efficient in its fundraising efforts.
Financial Information
Source: Charity PortalCharities and IPCs are required to prepare the financial statements in accordance to the Charities (Accounts and Annual Report) Regulations and the Charities (Institutions of A Public Character) Regulations, where applicable. The financial statement is available online for latest 3 financial years.
| Receipts | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 371,881 | 224,105 | 319,941 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 43,686 | 17,209 | 9,480 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 415,567 | 241,314 | 329,421 |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Government Grants | 436,774 | 284,662 | 0 |
| Investment Income | 12,966 | 3,451 | 0 |
| Programme Fees | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Others Income | 38,076 | 460,339 | 271,117 |
| Total Receipts | 903,383 | 989,766 | 600,538 |
| Capital in Nature | 0 | 304,662 | 0 |
| Expenses | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 18,033 | 18,033 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 247,620 | 273,274 | 82,570 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 247,620 | 273,274 | 82,570 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 310,553 | 268,363 | 363,929 |
| Total Expenditure | 576,206 | 559,670 | 446,499 |
| Balance Sheet | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 26,460 | 0 | 0 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 0 | 41,820 | 24,160 |
| Investments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Inventories | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Account Receivables | 15,954 | 10,894 | 16,195 |
| Cash & Deposits | 2,032,515 | 1,689,794 | 1,338,095 |
| Other Assets | 32,736 | 46,283 | 59,830 |
| Total Assets | 2,107,665 | 1,788,791 | 1,438,280 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 2,028,190 | 1,683,617 | 1,265,973 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 21,792 | 39,188 | 26,737 |
| Endowments Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 2,049,982 | 1,722,805 | 1,292,710 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 36,279 | 30,274 | 96,179 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 21,404 | 35,712 | 49,391 |
| Total Liabilities | 57,683 | 65,986 | 145,570 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 2,107,665 | 1,788,791 | 1,438,280 |
| Other Information | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations, Grants and Sponsorships given to other registred charities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| No. of Employees | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| Total Employee Cost | 435,051 | 422,535 | 295,978 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 4 | 7 | 100 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 0 | 0 | 0 |
People
At Wicare Support Group, individuals come together to provide comfort and assistance for widows and fatherless children who are dealing with grief. The charity offers a range of services including support groups, financial aid, counseling, and social activities as part of their holistic approach to helping those in need.
chay tai yoke
nancy thio ling lie
lim poh hong
wei suat nee
tay seow fang (zheng xiaofang)
martini hoan lee hoa manuru
lye lan fong
tay siew kee
ho pei fern
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