S'pore's RLAF raises S$200,000 for Myanmar-Thailand earthquake victims

Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation (RLAF) has raised a total sum of S$200,000 in humanitarian aid for victims of the earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand in March 2025.

The fundraising initiative was spearheaded by the RLAF in partnership with the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) and ran from Apr. 2 to 30.

RLAF is a non-governmental organisation set up by MUIS (Islamic Religious Council of Singapore) in 2005 for the Singaporean Muslim community to render compassion to the poor, needy, and victims of disaster regardless of faith or race.

Symbolic handover held on Jul. 12

A symbolic cheque presentation was held on Jul. 12, with Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs, Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, gracing the event.

The funds raised by the community will go toward strengthening SRC’s relief efforts on the ground, including the distribution of food, water, blankets, and hygiene kits.

“This campaign is a testament to the power of collaboration, compassion, and shared responsibility. I am very heartened by the generosity shown by Singaporeans, including the Muslim community, who rallied together in support of this cause,” he said.

On Mar. 28, 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Sagaing region of Myanmar.

According to AP News, more than 3,600 people were killed, with tremors felt in neighbouring Thailand.

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