Following the devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, charities and major corporations have continued providing support to affected residents, including financial assistance, transitional housing, daily necessities, and free funeral services. To sustain ongoing post-disaster projects, multiple charities launched dedicated fundraising campaigns, most of which remain active.
In December 2025, some affected households were allocated to transitional housing units at “Good House,” operated by The Society of Rehabilitation and Crime Prevention (SRACP). Residents were prohibited from taking away furniture and electrical appliances donated by the public when moving out. It sparked online controversy and raised public concern about how charities manage donated funds and goods.
Reporter : Lau Yin Man
HK FEATURE has compiled a list of charities currently offering financial assistance to residents of Wang Fuk Court and reached out to eight organisations that continue to raise funds for the incident. However, only two of them disclosed their fundraising totals. One of them stated that third-party agreements prevented them from releasing figures.
Only Five Organisations Provide Fundraising Updates
HK FEATURE’s review identified 14 Hong Kong organisations currently offering financial assistance to Wang Fuk Court residents. Among these, nine organisations launched formal fundraising appeals following the fire.
With the exception of the Hong Kong Red Cross, eight organisations continue to solicit public donations and have pledged to allocate all funds directly to affected residents without deducting administrative charges. These include：
- Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (TWGHs)
- Yan Chai Hospital
- The Community Chest of Hong Kong
- Yan Oi Tong
- Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council
- Oxfam Hong Kong
- Save the Children Hong Kong
- Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs Association
Despite campaigns running for nearly three months, HK Feature reached out to these organisations to seek updates on total donations received and future support plans for Wang Fuk Court residents. Four organisations responded in writing, including Yan Chai Hospital, The Community Chest of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council, Save the Children Hong Kong and Oxfam Hong Kong.
Tung Wah Group of Hospitals responded by phone, indicating that a written reply would be sent “if available,” though no follow-up email has been received.
Question 1: How Much is the Donation Totals?
While many organisations disclosed donation amounts during the initial weeks, most stopped updating figures after January. Among these organisations, three of them responded regarding their fundraising totals.
Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council reported approximately HK$25.7 million raised under its “Sheng Kung Hui Act of Love 1126 Fire Disaster Support Fund” as of 1 February.
The Community Chest of Hong Kong allocated HK$50 million from reserves on 27 November to establish the “The Community Chest Tai Po Fire Relief Fund”, and has raised more than HK$70 million. About HK$47 million had been disbursed by January.
Meanwhile, Save the Children Hong Kong confirmed raising HK$1.2 million via Alipay, together with additional corporate and private donations, but these cannot be disclosed due to “third-party agreements”.
Both Yan Chai Hospital and Oxfam Hong Kong didn’t reveal total funds raised. Yan Chai Hospital stated that HK$206 million has already been allocated to relief efforts, including over HK$100 million in emergency cash assistance. They declared a “transparent and accountable” approach in providing support to residents, but the donation totals remained undisclosed.
Question 2: What are the Long-term Support Measures for Survivors?
Most organisations announced details of immediate one-off cash relief by late 2025. While some continue to offer ongoing programs, such as “Yan Chai Hospital Octopus Card – Wang Fuk Court Residents Living Allowance Programme”, “Red Cash Card” and “Emergency & Recovery Red Cash” from The Red Cross etc.
Yan Chai Hospital and Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council replied that they are providing new rounds of one-off support. Yan Chai Hospital began issuing the “Lunar New Year Caring & Warmth Fund” of HK$20,000 per household starting 4 February. Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council launched a second-round emergency grant of HK$6,000 per household from 13 January.
Yan Chai Hospital, Sheng Kung Hui and Save the Children Hong Kong all stated that they will continue offering emotional support, professional counseling, workshops and community activities. Save the Children Hong Kong highlighted its medium to long-term focus on mental health support, noting that sustained public donations are needed.
Oxfam Hong Kong will provide HK$5,000 in cash vouchers to approximately 1,000 affected households for purchasing essential household appliances and supplies. Future initiatives will include relocation and resettlement assistance, emotional and psychological support programmes.
The Community Chest stated that it continues to assess resources needed for post-fire recovery to ensure that donations are “used appropriately” and will introduce support measures as needs evolve.
