Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum (BTRTM) was founded in 2002 by Venerable Shi Fazhao. It was registered as a Society in 2003, and as a Charity in 2004. Built to venerate the Sacred Buddha Tooth Relic, BTRTM is also dedicated to Buddha Maitreya.
In accordance with the Great Compassionate Vows of Buddha Maitreya, BTRTM endeavoured to provide welfare to the needy, support other Voluntary Welfare Organisations, promote Buddhist and Singapore cultures as well as to support Buddhist Education and Research.