In celebration of Singapore’s 60th year of independence (SG60), the government has unveiled the Community Development Council (CDC) Vouchers Scheme 2025 — a generous initiative designed to support households amid rising living costs and to invigorate the local economy. Under this scheme, every Singaporean household will receive S$300 in digital vouchers, a move that demonstrates the government’s proactive response to inflationary pressures while simultaneously fostering community support.
This initiative, announced on January 3, 2025, at Marine Parade Town Centre, is part of the larger S$1.9 billion Assurance Package. It aims not only to ease daily expenses but also to strengthen the heartland economy by boosting business for hawkers, local merchants, and supermarkets. The vouchers are split across two distributions: one in June 2024 and the other in January 2025, with each phase delivering S$150 for hawkers and heartland merchants and S$150 for supermarkets.
Beyond financial aid, the CDC Vouchers Scheme promotes local engagement, encourages digital literacy, and reinforces the importance of community ties. By shopping locally with these vouchers, residents not only enjoy savings but also contribute to a sustainable loop of mutual benefit within neighborhoods — a core theme of Singapore’s SG60 celebrations.
Purpose and Objective of the CDC Vouchers
The CDC Vouchers Scheme is designed to provide relief from increasing living expenses while encouraging residents to support community-based businesses. It empowers households to save on daily essentials such as food and groceries. Simultaneously, it enhances footfall at small businesses, including hawker stalls and mom-and-pop shops, thus injecting vitality into local commerce.
How to Claim and Use the Vouchers
Claiming the CDC vouchers is straightforward. A member from each household can log in at go.gov.sg/cdcv using their Singpass. Once claimed, a unique SMS voucher link is sent from “gov.sg,” which can be shared with other household members. Vouchers are valid through December 31, 2025. Merchants participating in the scheme are easily identifiable — hawkers and heartland merchants bear a teal decal, while supermarkets carry a yellow one.
Voucher Allocation: Spending Categories
The vouchers are divided equally:
- S$150 for hawkers & heartland merchants: traditional markets, food stalls, local retailers
- S$150 for supermarkets: NTUC FairPrice, Giant, Cold Storage, Prime Supermarket
This allocation ensures spending is spread across small businesses and large grocery chains, maximizing impact.
SG60 Promotions & Extra Benefits
As part of SG60 festivities, participating vendors offer special promotions:
- NTUC FairPrice: Discounts and bonus points
- Cold Storage: Gifts with purchases
- Giant: Bundle deals
- Prime: Discounts on produce and pantry staples
Hawkers and local merchants also give up to 20% off or free items with voucher payments, especially during weekends.
Inclusivity for Digitally Less-Savvy Residents
The government has prioritized digital inclusiveness. Help is available at Community Centres and SG Digital Hubs. Volunteers and ambassadors guide residents, especially seniors, through claiming and using vouchers. Priority queues for seniors and individuals with disabilities ensure everyone can benefit from the scheme.
Economic Impact: Driving Local Growth
The CDC Voucher Scheme has been a game-changer for local economies. As of end-2024:
- 97% of households claimed vouchers
- Over S$1 billion spent in 2024
- Since 2021: S$1.6 billion spent
- 56.7% at hawkers/merchants (S$907M)
- 43.3% at supermarkets (S$689M)
These stats underline the program’s effectiveness in boosting community commerce.
Staying Safe from Scams
With increasing voucher activity comes a risk of scams. Residents are warned to avoid sharing personal info or banking details — legitimate communications come only from “gov.sg,” and no sensitive info is needed to claim vouchers. Suspicious messages should be reported via police.gov.sg/i-witness or by calling 6225 5322.