In total, a record-breaking 33,300 food donations were received, surpassing the original target of 28,000 items.

Valued at nearly $125,000, these donations will go towards sustaining FFTH’s Community Food Pack and School Goodie Bag initiatives, bringing vital aid to an additional 3,500 lower-income households.

Among the many attendees rallying behind the cause was Mr Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary and Member of Parliament for Tanjong Pagar GRC (Queenstown), who, together with volunteers from Queenstown grassroots organisations, made a significant contribution of 1,000 kg of food (13,700 items).

Since its inception in 2023, Heart on Wheels has snowballed into a movement far greater than the sum of its parts. Over the past three years, it has accumulated 54,500 food items and $129,000 in donations. 

“At its core, Heart on Wheels is about mobilising the community, particularly the automotive community, to take collective action. We’re deeply grateful to Wearnes Automotive, our corporate partners, and the many individuals who have stood by us. Their commitment to fighting food insecurity has helped to sustain this initiative, fostering a culture of community-driven giving that continues to grow stronger each year.”

Robin C. Lee, CEO of Food from the Heart

This year’s event was made even more impactful through the participation of brands under Wearnes Automotive, including Aston Martin, Bentley, Bugatti, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Jaguar, Lotus, Polestar, Renault, and Volvo.

These esteemed marques not only contributed financially but also rallied their corporate networks, clients, and employees to take part in the initiative. 

A notable highlight was Volvo, whose staff and clients went beyond donation by personally delivering School Goodie Bags to 50 students. Likewise, Planet Cooper, a dedicated community of Mini Cooper enthusiasts, reaffirmed its unwavering support, standing as one of the event’s most steadfast contributors since its inception.

Through such collaborations, Heart on Wheels continues to thrive, ensuring essential food supplies—including rice, canned meats, and cooking oil—are distributed through FFTH’s Community Food Pack programme and Community Shop network, directly benefitting families grappling with financial hardships.

According to a recent FFTH Community Shop survey, 78% of beneficiaries have felt the squeeze of rising living costs. This year, with the monthly per capita income benchmark revised from $690 to $800, FFTH aims to extend its support to 3,500 more households.

In 2023 alone, FFTH’s Community Food Pack programme provided assistance to almost 12,000 individuals and families each month, with 75% of beneficiaries reporting that the support helped alleviate their financial burdens. Additionally, the School Goodie Bag programme delivered much-needed aid to 1,680 students across 42 schools.

Looking ahead, FFTH plans to enhance the quality and nutritional value of its food aid by 2027, increasing support by $5 – $8 per household to provide more substantial and nutritious food assistance.

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Set to take place on 1st and 2nd March 2025, from 9 AM to 6 PM at Wearnes, 45 Leng Kee Road, this drive-thru food donation event aims to collect 28,000 food items to support those in need.

Donors can simply drive up, pop the boot, and let volunteers take care of the rest. 

How You Can Help  

Every contribution counts. Food From The Heart has curated a list of essential food items that are in high demand. Donors are encouraged to bring biscuits, bread spreads, canned meats like sardines, and tuna, as well as canned vegetables and cooking oil.

Other staple items needed include instant beverages such as cereal, coffee, and tea (with less sugar), instant noodles, Milo, oats, and rice (in 2 to 5 kg packs).

Keep in mind, all donated items must have at least three months of shelf life before expiry to ensure they can be distributed in a timely manner.

Can I Contribute Funds Instead? 

For those who may not have time to shop but still want to support the cause, Food From The Heart has also made it possible to donate digitally.

A simple scan of the QR code provided in the event materials allows donors to contribute funds directly, which will be used to purchase essential food supplies for beneficiaries.  

Show Your Support

Hunger and food insecurity remain pressing issues, even in a modern, developed society like Singapore. While many might assume that food aid is only required in extreme cases, the reality is that countless families, elderly individuals, and underprivileged communities rely on donations to get by.  

If you’ve ever felt like you wanted to help but didn’t know how or didn’t have the time, this is your chance. A small effort on your part for Heart On Wheels (a grocery run, a few extra items in your shopping cart) could mean the world to someone else.  

Mark your calendars for 1st and 2nd March 2025, and take a drive down to Wearnes at 45 Leng Kee Road. Whether you arrive with a carload of donations or just a single bag of essentials, your contribution will be a step towards making Singapore a more caring and compassionate place.  

For more details, visit Food From The Heart’s website or follow @foodfromtheheartsg on social media.

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Fancy lending a hand, or rather, a heart on wheels? Wearnes Automotive is back hosting a 2024 Heart on Wheels initiative, and it’s all about spreading a bit of love and sustenance to those who need it most.

If you haven’t heard of Food from the Heart, it is a local charity that’s beating hunger with a kind touch, delivering a steady stream of food to those who could use a little extra help. Last year, they managed to help over 59,300 souls, distributing $7.23 million worth of food.

This time around, Wearnes is setting the bar high, aiming to collect 25,000 food items and drum up $150,000 in donations for the residents of Lengkok Bahru.

So, how can you chip in?

Swing by 45 Leng Kee Road on the 2nd or 3rd of March, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and bring along some goodies. Here’s what they are looking for:

• Biscuits (those 200g – 500g packs are perfect)
• Bread spreads
• Canned meats
• Cooking oil
• Instant beverages & Noodles
• Rice (Preferably in 1 to 2.5kg packets)

Can’t make it in person?

No worries. You can still sponsor a food bundle online. And since Food from the Heart has an IPC status, your generosity will also score some tax deductions. And because no good deed goes unnoticed, the first 200 cars to roll up with donations each day will get a little thank-you from McDonald’s Singapore. 

Let’s show that when it comes to giving back, Singapore’s heart is as big as its spirit.

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Want to make a difference this holiday season? Inchcape Singapore is rolling out two events with Food From The Heart, and these initiatives will go a long way in making a significant difference in the lives of those in need.

Here are two ways you can participate:

1. Food Donation Drive (till 1st December 2023)

Starting today until 1 December 2023, Inchcape will be collecting non-perishable (unexpired) foods. These donations are aimed at providing essential food rations to underprivileged primary and secondary school students and their families. 

There are a few available collection points for you to drop off these food items:

• Inchcape Centre, Level 10 – Outside pantry
• Leng Kee, Level 2 – Customer lounge / Staff canteen
• Ubi, Level 2 (Sales Office) & Level 4 (Tech Resting Room)

2. School Goodie Bag Programme

Inchcape would also need the support of drivers to deliver goodie bags to underprivileged families. They are looking for volunteers with their own cars to make this happen. Interested drivers can sign up via this link.

Let’s come together to make a positive impact on our community. Your participation and support mean the world to those in need.

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Dubbed ‘Heart on Wheels’, this is Food from the Heart’s 20th-anniversary food donation drive, which will see food being donated to less-privileged individuals and families. These are demographics with an average per capita income of below $690 per month.

In 2019, Food from the Heart helped 44,600 beneficiaries. This assistance has since ballooned to more than 60,00 beneficiaries with food support throughout Singapore, an impressive 34% increase since pre-COVID. 

Here is the list of food items requested for Heart on Wheels 2023: 

• Rice (2 & 5kg bags)
• Cooking oil (1-litre bottles)
• Instant noodles
• Canned food (Items such as sardines, tuna, curry chicken, soups)
• Coffee, tea and Milo sachets
• Oat, cereal, biscuit and bread spreads

*Do note that items should be at least three months away from their expiry dates

Join The Community

If you would like to make a difference, here are three ways you can help:

1. Drive-Thru to Donate

Head on down to Wearnes, located at 45 Leng Kee Rd Singapore 159103, on Saturday and Sunday, 4th and 5th March 2023 with your food donations. Drivers can enjoy a complimentary tyre shine throughout the event.

Plus, the first 100 cars each day will receive a complimentary treat sponsored by McDonald’s Singapore!

2. Order Food From Your Preferred Online Grocer to Donate

Alternatively, you may also order food items on our wish list from your preferred online grocer and arrange delivery directly to the event venue on 4th and 5th March 2023, 9am – 6pm.

Volunteers and team members will be on hand to receive, sort and record the food items donated.

3. Cash Donations Are Welcomed Too

Cash donations are accepted too for this donation drive, and this Giving.sg campaign will be matched dollar-to-dollar by Tote Board.

Do not worry, this will be a safe and seamless way to help needy families with food support. Plus, cash donations to an IPC charity approved by the Commissioner of Charities, such as Food from the Heart, are eligible for a 250% tax deduction.

For more information and for the full requested food list, you can check out Food from the Heart’s website here.

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