Where To Donate Essential Items & Supplies For Tai Po Fire Victims

Community has always been at the heart of Hong Kong. In light of the tragic Tai Po fire, Sassy is encouraging our readers to lend support, whether through monetary contributions or in-kind donations, to those in need. From clothes and furniture to food and more, donating your preloved items can bring comfort to displaced families across the city.

Give your items a purpose by passing them on to those who need them most. In a city where space is scarce, and the need for compassion runs deep, simple acts like donating clothes, furniture, electrical appliances and even personal hygiene products can make a real difference. Below, we’ve rounded up the spots around the city where you can donate much-needed supplies and everyday essentials to those affected. A little generosity goes a long way — and your thoughtful gesture could bring warmth, comfort and hope to someone’s day.

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In the aftermath of the tragic fire at Tai Po’s Wang Fuk Court, we’re encouraging our readers to support affected families in any way they can — whether through cash donations or much-needed supplies. If you’re hoping to donate items, here are the Hong Kong organisations currently accepting contributions. As rehoming efforts continue, do check in with each group or organisation before dropping off physical goods, as some temporary shelters may already be fully stocked.

Not sure where to begin? Here are some timely, useful items to consider donating:

Clothing for adults and children

• Winter jackets and thermal clothing (thick coats, fleece sweaters and waterproof outerwear in good condition) 
• New socks and underwear
• Warm sleepwear and indoor layers

Bedding

• Warm blankets and sleeping bags
• Pillows and basic bedding sets for those in temporary shelters or new flats
• Soft toys for children

Toiletries

• Travel-size soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant
• Feminine hygiene products, such as sanitary pads, panty liners or menstrual cups
• Nappies or wipes
• Basic skincare products
• Tissues and hand sanitiser for people staying in community centres or temporary rooms

Food and Daily Essentials

• Ready-to-eat, long-life food, such as instant pot noodles, canned food, biscuits, UHT milk and snacks that don’t require cooking.
• Bottled water
• Hot water tumblers and baby bottles
• Medicine, such as Panadol
• Hot drink sachets (tea, coffee, cocoa)
• Baby food or formula, where requested
• SIM cards and chargers
• Supermarket and pharmacy vouchers to support families in accessing medicines and specific food items needed

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Crossroads Foundation — Donate household items to support rehousing efforts

Crossroads Foundation is a Hong Kong-based NGO dedicated to establishing connections between those in need and those who can help. Crossroads facilitates meaningful volunteer opportunities, provides essential resources and promotes social awareness, all while fostering a spirit of compassion and generosity.

You can also support by making a monetary donation here.

What you can donate: Rice cookers, induction stoves (single burner), washing machines, televisions, fridges, folding tables (large enough for 4 people), single and bunk beds
How to donate: Simply drop off your donations at the Warehouse (open from Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm) — see more details here.

Crossroads Foundation, www.crossroads.org.hk

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The Hong Kong Red Cross (HKRC) — Blood and essential daily supplies donation

In addition to donating blood at the Hong Kong Red Cross (HKRC), you can also contribute to its pre-positioned stocks of relief materials located in West Kowloon. The Hong Kong Red Cross maintains essential relief supplies at its Local Disaster Relief Materials Handling Centre in West Kowloon.

You can also support by making a monetary donation here and by signing up to give blood here.

What you can donate: Blankets and sleeping mats, new underwear, jackets, pyjamas, power banks and charging cables, bottled water, non-perishable snacks and basic toiletries (toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo etc.)
How to donate: Local Disaster Relief Materials Handling Centre in West Kowloon — see more details here.

The Hong Kong Red Cross, www.redcross.org.hk

The Hive — Donation drive and market across all the Hive Hong Kong locations

From Monday, 1 December to Friday, 5 December, all Hive locations are open for donations to support the affected residents of the Tai Po fire. In partnership with The Amber Foundation, Hanuman Charity, Habitat for Humanity, Feeding HK, Sai Kung Stray Friends and Paws United Charity, the initiative will help provide immediate relief and longer-term housing support.

What you can donate: Hygiene and personal care items (soap, shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste), new clothing and shoes, household and cleaning goods (towels, bed linens, blankets and general cleaning supplies), support for children (toys and colouring books)
How to donate: Simply drop off your supplies at any Hive location from 8:30am to 6pm  — See locations here.

The Amber Foundation — The Toiletries Project

The Amber Foundation is a vital organisation dedicated to supporting marginalised communities in Hong Kong, through two key initiatives — The Toiletries Project and EMPOWER, a business and professional network to ensure career success of ethnically diverse young women. The Toiletries Project collects airline kits and hotel toiletries to distribute to women in shelters, domestic workers, the homeless, the elderly and refugees. 

Sassy Tip: Please refrain from donating towels, bed linens, electronics, food, or clothing. Only unopened items will be accepted for donation.

What you can donate: toiletries such as dental kits, shaving kits, lip balm, cotton buds, shower caps, lotion, face creams and slippers 
How to donate: Any official collection point by The Amber Foundation  — see more details here.

The Amber Foundation, www.theamberfoundation.org

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Mypetshop Fire Relief — Donations of pet supplies and fostering services

For the animals displaced, injured and in urgent need of care, Discovery Bay’s Mypetshop are accepting donations to streamline the process of recovery and healing for furry friends. You can donate extra pet food, blankets and spare toys, or even offer boarding space and foster a displaced animal.

What you can donate: Pet food, clean water, carriers, toys 
How to donate: Drop off supplies at Mypetshop — see more details here.

Mypetshop, www.facebook.com/mypetshopDB

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) — Monetary and in-kind support

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service is assisting affected residents of the Tai Po fire to relocate and resettle in the future. If your company or organisation is willing to offer assistance in the later stages, the HKCSS will help to coordinate arrangements and reach out to you as needed.

You can also support by making a monetary donation here.

What you can donate: Bedding (sheets, blankets, pillows), kitchen utensils (bowls, chopsticks, cookware), hygiene products (shampoo, body wash, toilet paper), supplies for the elderly or chronic patients and learning and play supplies for children. 
How to donate: Complete the online form, and you will be contacted as to when and where to drop off supplies — more information here.

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), www.hkcss.org.hk

Feeding Hong Kong — Donate food items or contribute to purchasing and distributing food and personal care items

Feeding Hong Kong is dedicated to raising funds for ongoing support and encourages contributions of specific food items or financial donations for those affected by the Wang Fuk Court Fire. With a mission to prevent food from going to waste, Feeding Hong Kong has tirelessly worked to deliver quality unclaimed or surplus food to those in need.

You can also support by making a monetary donation here.

What you can donate: Quick, ready-to-eat items such as crackers, biscuits, cup noodles, instant soup and UHT milk. Long-dated food items, such as canned goods and shelf-stable products that are no-cook options. 
How to donate: Simply drop off your donations at the Yau Tong Warehouse — see more details here.

Feeding Hong Kong, feedinghk.org

Charity Events Donating Proceeds To Tai Po

SF Express — All 146 collection points open with extended hours for donation collections

If you’re unable to head directly to a specialised donation point, SF Express has opened all 146 of its locations across Hong Kong for the collection of essential supplies. All locations are currently operating until 10pm, allowing you to drop off items at a time and location that works for you. Your items will be delivered quickly and directly to all residents affected by the Tai Po fire.

Sassy Tip: Free packing materials, including cartons and tape, are available at every service point for anyone preparing donations!

What you can donate: Toiletries and personal care items, bedding, sanitary products, data SIM cards, chargers and medical supplies.
How to donate: Simply drop off your donations at your local SF Express point  — see more details here.