Pertapis

What Pertapis does

PERTAPIS Education and Welfare Centre is a Singapore-based charitable organization founded in 1969 and registered under the Societies Act in 1970, holding Institution of Public Character (IPC) status (IPC000455). It operates four residential welfare homes: Pertapis Children's Home (60 children, ages 4-18), the Centre for Women and Girls (100 young women, ages 12-21), the Senior Citizens Fellowship Home (destitute elderly regardless of race or creed), and the Halfway House (100 substance abusers in community-based rehabilitation). The organization also runs three weekend community education centres (PCS Bukit Panjang, Punggol, Tampines) for young Muslim students and the Welfare Trust Fund (Tabung Amal Jariah) supporting 500+ lower-income families with monthly food rations and empowerment education. The Drive for Change vocational programme, launched in 2019 with President's Challenge ELF funding, provides Class 3 and Class 4 driving license training to Halfway House residents linked to employment partners D2D Logistics and Evolve Logistical.

Revenue is generated entirely through donations and charitable contributions under Islamic stewardship principles, including Zakat (compulsory 2.5% Islamic charity), Sadaqah (voluntary charity), a tiered monthly recurring donation programme (S$10, S$20, S$50, S$100), goodie bag sponsorships (S$10/S$15), and an annual Korban sheep donation programme (S$597 per sheep in 2026, 150 sheep). Donations of S$100 and above qualify for 250% tax deduction. The organization disbursed S$4.4 million into social services during 2019. Distribution operates across a single country (Singapore) via direct service delivery at welfare homes, community outreach, government referral pipelines from MSF and Youth Court, and digital donation channels including PayNow, PayPal, OCBC internet banking, GIRO, and partnership with the giving.sg crowdfunding platform. The technology stack is operational rather than technology-driven: payment integrations, a Zakat calculator tool, and a NETS Prepaid Card system painted by senior citizen beneficiaries for fundraising purposes. PERTAPIS employs 51-100 staff across 8 physical locations, with no disclosed revenue figures, funding rounds, or external investors.

Name

Pertapis

Legal name

PERTAPIS Education and Welfare Centre

Website

https://pertapis.org.sg

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

PERTAPIS is a Singapore-based charitable non-profit operating four residential welfare homes (children, women/girls, seniors, ex-offenders), three weekend education centres, and community support programmes serving 500+ lower-income families, funded through Zakat, donations, and government referrals since 1969.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Welfare Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Temporary Shelters (624221), Other Residential Care Facilities (623990)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO), Small Residential Care Homes (RCFE/Board & Care) (HLADABAF), Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC)

Keywords

• Social welfare services
• Residential care homes
• Community education programs
• Charitable donation services
• Youth rehabilitation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Zakat Donations: Compulsory Islamic charity collected from eligible Muslims whose wealth meets the nisab threshold. Distributed to eligible beneficiaries (asnaf) according to Islamic principles. 2.5% standard rate applied.
2. Sadaqah/General Donations: Voluntary charity given out of kindness and compassion, can be given at any time in any amount. Funds programmes, emergency assistance, and community support services.
3. Monthly Recurring Donations: Monthly donation programme with set tiers ($10, $20, $50, $100) allowing donors to contribute regularly. Tax-deductible receipts available for S$100 and above (250% tax deduction).
4. Goodie Bag Sponsorship: Product-based fundraising through sponsorship of goodie bags filled with essential food items ($10) or with $5 NETS Prepaid Card ($15), providing flexibility for beneficiary needs.
5. Zakat Calculator Tools: Online tools provided to help Muslims calculate their zakat obligations based on savings, gold, insurance, and shares, facilitating donation fulfillment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pertapis operates four residential welfare homes (Children's Home, Centre for Women and Girls, Senior Citizens Fellowship Home, and Halfway House) providing shelter, care, and rehabilitation services to vulnerable populations. It also runs community support programmes including the Welfare Trust Fund for lower-income families, the Drive for Change vocational skills programme, weekend Islamic education centres, and multiple donation channels for Zakat, Sadaqah, and monthly contributions.

Product overview

PERTAPIS (Pertapis Education and Welfare Centre) is a charitable social service organization operating as a unified portfolio of welfare homes and community programmes. The core offering consists of four residential welfare homes: Children's Home (serving 60 children aged 4-18), Centre for Women and Girls (serving 100 young women aged 12-21), Senior Citizens Fellowship Home (elderly care), and Halfway House (100 substance abusers in rehabilitation). These are complemented by community support programmes including the Welfare Trust Fund (supporting 500 families), Drive for Change (driving license training for employment), and Education Centre (weekend Islamic education). Supporting services include multiple digital donation platforms (Zakat, Monthly Donation, Infaq), a Goodie Bag sponsorship programme, volunteer management, and HR career opportunities. The organization is registered under the Societies Act (1970) and holds Institution of Public Character (IPC) status.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PERTAPIS Children's Home Residential care facility providing alternative care for children aged 4 to 18 who are victims of abuse, referred by Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) and Youth Court. Serves 60 children with mission to help them re-integrate into society through positive learning.
• PERTAPIS Centre for Women and Girls Residential care facility providing shelter, care and protection for young women aged 12 to 21 who are victims of abuse, from dysfunctional families, or in conflict with the law. Offers rehabilitation services for 100 women.
• PERTAPIS Senior Citizens Fellowship Home Residential care for destitute elderly regardless of race or creed, providing medical care and activity-based programmes to improve physical and mental wellbeing while maintaining resident independence.
• PERTAPIS Halfway House Community-based rehabilitation facility providing treatment and rehabilitative services to substance abusers, enabling them to reintegrate into society as active contributors. Hosts 100 offenders/abusers under community-based rehabilitation.
• Drive for Change (DFC) Vocational skills programme supporting Halfway House residents to obtain Class 3 and Class 4 Driving Licenses while attached to the PHH Movers Team. Residents are mentored on logistics industry operations and subsequently linked to employment partners.
• Welfare Trust Fund (Tabung Amal Jariah) Monthly food rations and essential support programme for lower-income families. Provides assistance to 500 needy families including empowerment education for families and tuition for school-going children.
• PERTAPIS Education Centre (PCS) Weekend Islamic religious education programme for young Muslim students providing basic knowledge of Islam, self-development, confidence building and life skills development across three community education centres.
• Zakat Donation Platform Digital donation platform enabling fulfilment of zakat obligations with support for multiple payment modes including PayNow, PayPal, internet banking, GIRO, and cheque. Accepts donations with 250% tax deduction eligibility for S$100 and above. Includes Zakat calculator tools.
• Monthly Donation Programme Recurring monthly donation option with preset amounts of S$10, S$20, S$50, and S$100. Provides initial and recurring donation management with cancellation option available. Tax-deductible receipts for S$100 and above.
• Infaq Programme Voluntary charitable giving programme with proceeds directed toward conducting moral education programmes for residents at PERTAPIS welfare homes, supporting spiritual growth and moral guidance initiatives.
• PERTAPIS Goodie Bag Sponsorship Sponsorship of goodie bags filled with essential food items and daily necessities for beneficiaries. Includes optional S$5 NETS Prepaid Card for recipient flexibility. Priced at S$10 per bag or S$15 with NETS card.
• PERTAPIS Community Celebration Fund (HalaExpo) Community celebration fundraising initiative supporting beneficiaries through sponsorship of goodie bags and event-based fundraising activities.
• Korban Sheep Donation Programme Live korban ritual donation programme for Hari Raya Haji. Donors pay $597 per sheep, with meat distributed to approximately 500 lower-income families (approximately 1,000kg of meat).

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,250 children cared for since opening
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• D2D LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployment partner supporting DFC programme. Upon attainment of driving license, residents are linked to D2D Logistics in the logistics industry where successful candidates are provided with employment - a requirement under PHH's Service Model (HSM).
• Evolve Logistical Social EnterprisecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployment partner supporting DFC programme. Provides employment opportunities to DFC graduates who have attained Class 3 and Class 4 driving licenses, supporting their reintegration into society as contributing members.
• Mamanda Food SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with DFC for 'Mamanda Gives Back' project during Ramadan. Specialises in providing tingkat food service for clients who prefer pre-planned meals to be delivered daily. Delivered 50 sets of bento sponsored meals, food rations, and NTUC vouchers to families-in-need.
• Giving.sgminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSingapore government-supported crowdfunding platform partnership. QR code provided on PERTAPIS website for donors to fulfil zakat or donation online via giving.sg/pertapis, expanding digital giving reach.
• OCBC BankminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBanking partner for internet banking donations. Account Number: 661-427229-001, Branch Code: 661 (Paya Lebar Square), Bank Code: 7339, Swift Code: OCBCSGSG. Facilitates direct bank transfers for donations.
• Berita MediacorpminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia coverage partner providing publicity for DFC x Mamanda Gives Back project. Featured coverage in Berita Mediacorp highlighting the therapeutic experience of DFC participants giving back to the community during Ramadan.
• Pertapis Movers TeamcoreOthersExisting occupational therapy programme under PHH providing moving and logistical services to internal and external clients. DFC residents are attached to this team and mentored on the logistics industry, vehicle maintenance, and client handling.
• Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF)coreOthersGovernment referral partner for Children's Home. Children are referred by MSF and Youth Court for alternative care arrangements, ensuring proper oversight and coordination of child welfare services.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Jamiyah Singapore (Muslim Missionary Society Singapore): Singapore-based Islamic social service organization operating residential homes (Jamiyah Children's Home, Jamiyah Halfway House) and welfare programmes. Directly comparable as a faith-based Muslim NGO with overlapping residential care, halfway house, and community outreach services targeting similar beneficiary populations in Singapore.
• Muhammadiyah Welfare Home: Singapore Muhammadiyah Welfare Home is an Islamic-focused welfare organization providing residential care for destitute elderly and rehabilitation services. Comparable in religious positioning, residential care model, IPC status, and Singapore-based elderly/rehabilitative care focus.
• Singapore Children's Society: Singapore-based charity providing residential care, youth intervention, and family support services. Directly comparable through its Children's Home model, youth-focused rehabilitation, and IPC status — overlapping closely with PERTAPIS Children's Home mission.
• AWWA (Asian Women's Welfare Association): Singapore social service organization focused on women, children, families, and elderly. Comparable residential shelter services (for women and girls), community outreach, and IPC status — overlapping directly with PERTAPIS Centre for Women and Girls.
• Singapore After-Care Association: Singapore-based charity providing aftercare and rehabilitation services for ex-offenders and substance abusers. Directly comparable to PERTAPIS Halfway House model, both receiving government-referred offenders under community-based rehabilitation programmes.
• Darul Ihsan Orphanage: Singapore-based Muslim orphanage providing residential care for children in a faith-based setting. Most directly comparable residential care model, IPC status, and faith-based positioning to PERTAPIS Children's Home for vulnerable children.

Broad incumbents

• Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities: One of Singapore's largest charities operating across family services, elderly care, and community support. Comparable multi-cause welfare portfolio and IPC status, though operating at significantly larger scale and with broader (secular) community positioning.
• Fei Yue Community Services: Large Singapore social service organization offering family services, youth programmes, elderly care, and rehabilitation services. Comparable residential care and community outreach model, though broader in scope and not faith-aligned.
• TOUCH Community Services: Major Singapore charity with youth, family, and community programmes including residential and outreach services. Comparable welfare home and community programme structure; well-funded incumbent with broader secular positioning.
• Ren Ci Hospital: Singapore charity providing elder care, rehabilitation, and community programmes including nursing home and senior day care services. Comparable elderly care positioning and IPC status; operates at significantly larger scale with healthcare integration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/pertapissingapore
• LinkedInsg.linkedin.com/company/pertapis-education-and-welfare-centre
• Instagraminstagram.com/pertapissingapore
• Xx.com/pertapis

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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