1. Who is UNHCR and what does the organisation do?

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization working to save lives, protect rights and build a better future for refugees, internally displaced communities and stateless people. They work to ensure that everybody has the right to seek asylum and find refuge from violence or persecution.

UNHCR staff in 132 countries are working to ensure the protection of people forced to flee, strengthen access to education and livelihoods, and provide life-saving support like shelter, water, food and health care. UNHCR also partners with governments, non-profit organizations and private-sector companies to support forcibly displaced people and the communities hosting them.
Source: https://www.unhcr.org/frequently-asked-questions.html#whatdoesunhcrdo

2. Will the funds reach Yemen?

Yes. All collections will be channeled through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) as they are operating on the ground and working with their partners to provide protection and assistance to the communities in Yemen.

3. When is the period of donation?

The donation period will be held from 27th August to 2nd September 2021.

4. Why can’t we donate outside the period?

It is because the permit that we obtained from the Commissioner of Charities (CoC) is only valid from 27 Aug to 2 Sep 2021.

5. When will the funds reach Yemen?

The funds will be transferred immediately after all collections have been collated and accounted for. It is also subject to clearance from the CoC to ensure good governance and accountability.

6. How can I donate to #dontforgetyemen?

• PayNow – There are 2 ways to PayNow :
  1. Scan or retrieve screenshot of the above QR Code using your digital banking’s Scan & Pay. You will see ”YEMEN” in the Reference. Proceed to transfer.
  2. Choose PayNow to UEN no. 200910530ZCHQ then indicate “Yemen” under Reference before transfer.
• Giving.SG – www.giving.sg/rlafoundation.sg/yemen
• Muslim.SG – RLAF – Yemen Humanitarian Appeal
• Interbank transfer via RLAF (Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation) – Transfer to OCBC Current Account at a/c no: 601313315001 or Issue cheque payable to ‘RLAF’.
  State on back of cheque: donor’s name, contact number and indicate “Yemen”. Mail your cheque to RLAF (Masjid Yusof Ishak, No 10, Woodlands Drive 17, Singapore 737740) or to MUIS (No. 273 Braddell Road, Singapore 579702)

7. What is the minimum amount for donations?

There is no minimum amount of donation except if you are to donate via Giving.sg which sets a $10 minimum amount.

8. Will receipts be issued for my donations?

Non tax-deductible receipts will be issued upon request via e-mail. As per IRAS regulation, these donations are not tax-deductible as they are donations for “foreign charitable purposes”.
Source : https://www.iras.gov.sg/IRASHome/
Individuals/Foreigners/Working-out-your-taxes/Deductions-for-Individuals/Donations/

9. What will the donation be allocated for?

The donation will be allocated for healthcare, shelter kit and social support for vulnerable communities in Yemen.

10. Can our donations be considered as Zakat?

All contributions are not considered as Zakat but as donations.

11. I donated online but forgot to indicate “Yemen” under remarks. Will my online donation still be accepted for this fundraising campaign?

Yes. Your online donation will still be accepted for this fundraising campaign provided the donation is submitted during the stated fundraising period.