| Updated Wednesday, December 3, 2025. |
Hongkongers are mobilising to support the victims of a deadly fire that broke out on Wednesday afternoon at a Tai Po residential estate. At least 156 people are dead, including a firefighter. HKFP lays out local NGO initiatives and fundraisers from reputable organisations.
| 💡Many centres and NGOs have reached capacity and have stopped accepting physical donations and recruiting volunteers – check organisations’ websites for the latest information. Authorities have also warned would-be donors to be wary of scams during the coming days and weeks – donate to reputable organisations. |
Mission for Migrant Workers
The Mission for Migrant Workers (MFMW) is an NGO with over 40 years of service dedicated to the city’s domestic worker community. In the aftermath of the fire, the group has been in contact with the families of the domestic workers who died and has visited those who were hospitalised with injuries.
The NGO has set up a page on its website with information on how to make donations via FPS, credit card, bank transfer, or cheque.
Together with Bethune House Migrant Women’s Refuge, a shelter established by the MFMW, the NGO is also collecting supplies such as hygiene items and clothing for those in need.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity has launched a fundraiser to provide affected families with basic necessities, including household kits containing essential items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, toilet paper, shampoo and blankets); small electrical appliances such as rice cookers, portable heaters and kettles; and furniture such as folding beds, tables and stools.
The housing charity’s campaign has raised over HK$1,700,000 as of Sunday morning.
According to an update published on the fundraising page on Saturday evening, the charity has opened two transitional housing projects to provide over 200 flats for families affected by the fire, “along with daily supplies, counseling services, and other essential resources.”
The NGO has also already delivered hundreds of household kits containing towels, underwear, and slippers as well as hundreds extension cords, blankets, and household cleaning supplies. to residents.
Hong Kong Sheung Kung Hui Welfare Council (SKHWC)
The Welfare Council has launched a fundraising platform for fire victims. Donations will be used to provide immediate cash grants and essential supplies to victims, as well as for psychological counselling services and funeral needs, according to its website.
The council is also operating a shelter at Tai Po’s Kwong Fuk Estate from 9am to 6pm for residents in need.
Donors in the UK have launched an online fundraiser with proceeds going to the SKHWC – they have raised over HK$200,000 and it is set to end on Monday at 6pm, UK time.
Hong Kong Red Cross
The Hong Kong Red Cross is engaged in emergency relief, psychological first aid, and blood donation coordination.
It is appealing for financial donations from now until 10 December. Contributions will go towards providing assistance to the affected residents through first aid services, emergency cash assistance, daily essential supplies, psychological support services, and post-disaster recovery assistance. Donations can be made on their website.
The NGO has established an emergency operation centre to provide first aid, emergency medical and psychological support services for six temporary shelters overnight, according to its website. It is also operating a psychological support hotline (5164 5040) and has “deployed staff and volunteers to temporary shelters to offer mental health and psychological support service.”
Help for Domestic Workers
HELP for Domestic Workers is working on the ground to provide mental health counselling, help with replacement of lost documents, support in coordinating with home country consulates concerning missing domestic workers, and access emergency shelter.
At least seven Indonesian domestic workers and a Filipino worker have been killed in the Tai Po fire, and around a dozen are still missing. The NGO has launched an online fundraiser as it prepares “to respond to these long-term challenges by providing tailored assistance in the weeks and months ahead.” The campaign has raised HK$51,500 as of Sunday morning. You can donate here.
Feeding Hong Kong
Feeding Hong Kong is coordinating food redistribution and emergency food packs. It is appealing for financial contributions to help purchase food and personal care items, as well as meal and supermarket vouchers for those affected. Donations can be made here.
The food bank is also accepting long-dated food donations of quick, ready-to-eat items like crackers, biscuits, cup noodles, instant soup, breakfast cereal and UHT milk essential for those who need quick, no-cook options. Other accepted long-dated food items include rice, canned goods, and other packaged, shelf-stable products. Fresh or frozen food items are not needed at this stage, according to its website.
Food donations can be dropped off at the Feeding Hong Kong warehouse:
Unit 715-17, Block A2, Yau Tong Industrial City, 17-25 Ko Fai Road, Yau Tong
Information on more community collection points will be posted on their website soon.
Government fund
The government has set up a fund to which it is contributing HK$300 million “to render assistance to residents of Wang Fuk Court and support all relevant works.” The fund will include donations from individuals and private organisations, it said in a press release on Thursday.
The designated accounts are as follows:
- Hong Kong Dollars: Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited account number: 012-875-2-190159-7 (Account name: Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po)
- Renminbi and other currencies: Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited account number: 012-875-2-190160-7 (Account name: Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po)
Donating to the fund is also possible at 112 post offices across the city, including three mobile post offices, or via FPS (Identifier: 124037276).
The government is also working to set up an online platform “for relevant organisations and members of the public to register the items they can donate, enabling the Government to better consolidate the information and distribute the supplies to residents in need when necessary.” The platform is expected to be completed in the coming days. Meanwhile, donations can be registered via WhatsApp at 9213 2388.
The Hong Kong Council of Social Welfare (HKCSS)
The HKCSS welcomes monetary donations and volunteers. It is also collecting mattresses, blankets, pillows, sleeping bags, floor mats, water and food, clothing, hygiene and sanitary products, data SIM cards and chargers and medicines.
It is recommended that donors check their website beforehand for an updated list of items that can be supplied.
Crossroads Foundation Hong Kong
The Crossroads Foundation is providing assistance with re-housing efforts. They are appealing to the public to donate items including rice cookers, induction stoves (single burner), washing machines, televisions, fridges, folding tables (at least the size for 4 people), single beds and bunk beds.
The NGO is updating their website regularly as the needs evolve. Items are being collected at their warehouse:
- Building 32, Crossroads Village, 2 Castle Peak Road, Tuen Mun (operating hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm).
Other organisations accepting donations
- Caritas Hong Kong is coordinating emergency temporary accommodation and special care for vulnerable elderly residents; providing emotional support services and assistance with settling into new homes as well as helping affected foreign domestic helpers. Donate here.
- The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has been working on-site in Tai Po to “help triage, treat, and match the remaining rescued animals” alongside other groups and volunteers. Donate here.
- The Salvation Army is providing emergency financial assistance, supporting post-disaster recovery, and offering professional psychological counselling services to affected residents. Donate here.
Other useful resources
- Tai Po Resources: This website shows where volunteers and resources are needed and consolidated in Tai Po, as well as where temporary shelters are located and their capacity.
- Tai Po Crisis Support: This community-led online platform helps coordinate resources and support for those affected. Users can find resources and information on medical and mental support, financial support, animal support, shelters, food, submit requests, or offer assistance.
Blood donations
The Hong Kong Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service has said in a post on Facebook that blood banks are stable and that the central blood bank has about 8-10 days’ worth of stock. It appealed to citizens interested in donating blood to book an appointment via the HK Blood App, WhatsApp at 6279-7173, or hotline at 2710-1333.
