What TomoWork SG does

TomoWork Ltd (UEN: 202136357H) is a Singapore-registered charity with Institution of Public Character (IPC) status, founded in September 2019 and formally incorporated as a charity in August 2022. The organisation delivers a portfolio of workforce-readiness programmes for persons with disabilities (PWDs) and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including the flagship 11-12 week Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP), the 5-day Talent Explorer Programme (TEP) for POLITE and university students, the four-month Talent Uplift Collective (TUC) offering up to S$4,500 in education grants, and the Talent On-Demand Programme (TOP). Programmes are delivered free of charge to participants and feature structured curricula, corporate project experience, mentorship, digital certifications, and direct hiring pathways, achieving an employment rate of 79-80% within six months of completion across TAP 2021-2025.

The organisation has no proprietary technology platform; rather, it operates as a programme-orchestration charity that relies on third-party tools (Typeform for applications, Coursera and LinkedIn Premium for learning) and convenes a multi-stakeholder ecosystem spanning 60+ corporate partners (Micron, Singlife, Swire Shipping, Marina Bay Sands, LinkedIn, AWS, Google, Bloomberg, foodpanda, Unilever, Sembcorp, MSD, Citibank, Standard Chartered, Barclays, NBCUniversal, Microsoft, Meta, Cushman & Wakefield, Haworth, Hong Leong Asia, Sumisei Harmony, Sentosa, Watson-Marlow, Sembcorp), all Polytechnics and ITE campuses via MOUs, and the SG Enable government agency. TAP received the President's Challenge 2026 award.

Revenue is generated entirely through donations, corporate sponsorships, in-kind contributions (learning platforms, mentorship), government funding via SG Enable, and signature fundraising events including the Tomo Gala Charity Dinner (S$596,624 raised in 2025) and the annual Charity Golf tournament. Donors benefit from a 250% tax deduction under IPC status. The organisation also runs the Infinity Within advocacy campaign with the imVISIBLE pin to raise awareness of invisible disabilities (ASD, ADHD, dyslexia).

Name

TomoWork SG

Legal name

TomoWork Ltd

Website

https://tomowork.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

TomoWork is a Singapore IPC-registered charity running workforce-readiness programmes (TAP, TEP, TUC, TOP) for persons with disabilities and students with Special Educational Needs, delivered free via partnerships with all Polytechnics, ITE, and 60+ corporate sponsors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Employment and Workforce Development Services

NAICS

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243), Educational Support Services (61171), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Education Staffing & Contracted Providers (Paras, Therapists, Specialists) (EDAJAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

School Staff Training on IEP/IDEA Implementation (EDAKACAK), Parent & Caregiver Training for LD/Dyslexia Support (EDAKAJAJ)

Keywords

• Disability employment programmes
• Vocational training services
• Inclusive hiring support
• Career transition programmes
• Nonprofit charity services

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: TomoWork generates revenue primarily through donations from individuals, corporations, and charitable foundations. The organization has IPC (Institution of Public Character) status, which enables donors to claim 250% tax deduction on contributions. Fundraising is conducted through events including the annual Tomo Gala Charity Dinner (raised S$596,624 in 2025) and Charity Golf events.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate partners provide financial and in-kind support including programme sponsorships, learning resources, project funding, and employee volunteering. Companies sponsor specific programmes (TAP, TEP, TUC) through cash contributions, learning platform access (AWS, LinkedIn Premium, Coursera), mentorship, and corporate project opportunities.
3. Event-based Fundraising: Signature fundraising events including Tomo Gala Charity Dinner, Tomo Day annual celebration, and Charity Golf tournaments generate revenue through ticket sales, auction items, and sponsorship packages at various tiers (Diamond, Gold, Hole-in-one sponsors).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

TomoWork is a Singapore-registered charity with IPC status that delivers workforce readiness and career transition programmes for persons with disabilities and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Its offerings include school-to-work transition, career exploration, and skills certification programmes delivered through MOUs with ITE and all Polytechnics, supported by corporate sponsorships, mentorship, and direct employment pathways. All programmes are offered free to participants and funded through donations, corporate partnerships, and signature fundraising events.

Product overview

TomoWork is a Singapore charity (IPC status) operating a multi-programme platform for empowering persons with disabilities and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) toward equitable employment. The core offering consists of five distinct programmes: the flagship Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP) - an 11-12 week school-to-work transition programme; Talent Explorer Programme (TEP) for POLITE and University students - 5-day career exploration experiences; Talent Uplift Collective (TUC) - a four-month programme with education grants up to $4,500; and Talent On-Demand Programme (TOP) for in-demand skills certification. These programmes are complemented by the Infinity Within advocacy campaign and imVISIBLE pin merchandise for invisible disability awareness. All programmes are offered free to participants and supported by corporate partners providing mentorship, project sponsorship, and learning resources including Coursera and LinkedIn Premium access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Infinity Within: Advocacy campaign championing greater awareness, visibility and support for individuals with invisible disabilities in Singapore, featuring the imVISIBLE pin symbol.

Products and services

• Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP) Flagship 11-12 week school-to-work transition programme for graduating Polytechnic students and recent alumni with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Provides industry-relevant skills, corporate project experience, mentorship, job search assistance, and digital certifications through partnerships with corporate sponsors. TAP participants who complete the programme receive an SGD 1,300 allowance and historically achieve a 73-79% employment rate within six months.
• Talent Explorer Programme (TEP) for POLITE Five-day experiential career exploration programme for ITE and Polytechnic students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Offers career pathway insights, company visits, interactive workshops, and early workplace exposure through partnerships with corporate sponsors such as Nestlé's Research and Development Centre, Ascott Limited, and Standard Chartered Bank.
• Talent Explorer Programme (TEP) for University Five-day exploratory programme for undergraduates with tailored assistance in Singapore. Designed to ignite career ambitions, broaden horizons, and provide early exposure to career pathways and in-demand skills.
• Talent Uplift Collective (TUC) Four-month experiential learning programme for undergraduates with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and disabilities. Provides education grants up to $4,500 per programme cycle, complimentary Coursera and LinkedIn Premium access, personalised mentorship, corporate networking, and team-based social impact projects. Cohort size up to 30 participants per cycle.
• Talent On-Demand Programme (TOP) Programme that trains students with Special Educational Needs to gain in-demand skillset through partnerships with corporate partners providing lessons leading to certification.
• Infinity Within Campaign Advocacy movement championing greater awareness, visibility, and support for individuals with invisible disabilities such as ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, and partial hearing/vision loss. Includes the imVISIBLE pin wearable symbol featuring a half-purple, half-transparent infinity symbol representing neurodiversity, dignity, allyship, and boundless possibilities.
• imVISIBLE Pin Wearable symbol of support, solidarity, and inclusion featuring a half-purple, half-transparent infinity symbol. Purple represents dignity and allyship; transparent represents unseen challenges of invisible disabilities; the infinity symbol represents neurodiversity and boundless possibilities. Used for self-identification, ally support, and sparking conversations about invisible disabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 79-80% employment rate within six months of programme completion
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

35 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Marina Bay SandscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026Partnership announced April 2026. Marina Bay Sands committed S$2 million+ for second run of Sands Hospitality Scholarship programme. Partnership with TomoWork to provide support specifically to undergrads with disabilities.
• Swire ShippingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership since 2024. Sponsoring corporate projects under TAP. Has offered internship opportunities to two TAP graduates. From July 2026, launching jointly developed 8-week paid workplace immersion programme exclusively for TAP graduates. Commitment to cultivating inclusive workplace culture.
• Micron TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Strong supporter of TAP since 2023. Hosted corporate visits and provided real business challenges for TAP participants. Several TAP graduates joined as digital innovation analysts. Commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive culture and encouraging STEM careers for students with SEN.
• SinglifecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Partnership since 2022. Singlife employees serve as mentors to TAP participants, working closely with programme participants on real business challenges. Evolved into hiring partnership with PROPEL with Singlife employing TAP graduates. Gold Sponsor of TAP 2024. Commitment to inclusive hiring demonstrated through first-hand experience working with participants.
• LinkedIncoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2022Corporate partner since 2022. 20 colleagues contributed to TAP programme as mentors and guides. Providing complimentary LinkedIn Premium Accounts to all programme participants to support career development and job search. Partnership Manager for Social Impact participates in ABLE Roundtable.
• Sumitomo Life Insurance CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Unwavering support since 2019. Contributions instrumental in activities towards inclusive future where diverse abilities are valued. Managing Executive Officer Mr. Hiroki Fujimoto featured in donor recognition. Diamond sponsor of Charity Golf 2026. Long-standing commitment to TomoWork mission.
• Amazon Web ServicescoreTechnology or IntegrationCorporate partner providing sponsored learning opportunities for TAP participants. AWS logo appears on programme pages indicating learning pathway sponsorships. Part of broader corporate partner ecosystem supporting digital skills development.
• SG EnablecoreOthersGovernment partner providing funding and programme support. TAP made possible with support and funding from SG Enable. Critical government agency partner in disability employment ecosystem.
• Amazon Web Services (TAP 2026)majorTechnology or IntegrationTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting programme through learning resources and corporate project sponsorship.
• Citibank (TAP 2026)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting inclusive hiring initiatives through programme sponsorship.
• Cushman and Wakefield (TAP 2026)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting inclusive hiring initiatives through programme sponsorship.
• Haworth (TAP 2026)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting inclusive hiring initiatives through programme sponsorship.
• Hong Leong Asia (TAP 2026)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting inclusive hiring initiatives through programme sponsorship.
• MSD (TAP 2026)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting inclusive hiring initiatives through programme sponsorship.
• Sentosa (TAP 2026)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Has provided corporate visits and project opportunities for programme participants.
• Sumisei Harmony (TAP 2026)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2026 corporate partner. Supporting inclusive hiring initiatives through programme sponsorship.
• BarclaysmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2024 sponsor. Supporting programme through corporate project sponsorship.
• BloombergmajorTechnology or IntegrationTAP 2024 sponsor. Providing learning pathway opportunities and corporate project sponsorship.
• foodpandamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term partner. Hosted corporate visits and provided UX design challenge for TAP participants. Team developed accessible features for foodpanda app. Continuous engagement since early programme years.
• GooglemajorTechnology or IntegrationTAP 2024 sponsor. Providing learning pathway opportunities and corporate project sponsorship.
• NBCUniversalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2024 sponsor. Supporting programme through corporate project sponsorship.
• Standard Chartered BankmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTAP 2024 sponsor and TEP corporate partner. Providing industry exposure and corporate project opportunities for programme participants.
• Watson-Marlow SingaporemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTAP 2024 sponsor. Supporting programme through corporate project sponsorship.
• Sembcorp IndustriesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvided corporate business challenge for TAP 2022. Team Edelweiss developed sustainability solutions. VP of Sustainability praised innovative outcomes.
• UnilevermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvided corporate project for TAP 2022. Team Tooth-Gether developed solutions for oral care accessibility for children with disabilities. Senior CMI Manager credited participants for outstanding outcomes.
• Hide & SeeksupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCo-founder Cindy Chng serves as moderator and project facilitator. Provided internship opportunities. Partnership Manager Pepper See facilitates inclusive projects.
• ITE (all campuses)coreOthersMOU partnership with all ITE campuses for programme delivery. TEP conducted at ITE College Central. Students with SEN from ITE participate in TAP and TEP programmes.
• All Polytechnics (Singapore)coreOthersMOU partnerships with all Polytechnics in Singapore. TAP hosted at Temasek Polytechnic and Nanyang Polytechnic. Republic Polytechnic hosted TAP 2025. Students with SEN from all Polytechnics participate in programmes.
• Ascott LimitedmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTEP POLITE 2025 corporate sponsor. Providing industry exposure and career exploration opportunities for students with SEN.
• Nestlé's Research and Development CentremajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTEP POLITE 2025 corporate sponsor. Powered Presentation Challenge for TEP 2025 with focus on healthy eating, sustainability, and food innovation.
• Rasmussen GlobalsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerTEP POLITE corporate sponsor. Supporting programme through corporate project sponsorship.
• MetasupportingTechnology or IntegrationTEP POLITE corporate sponsor. Providing learning pathway opportunities for programme participants.
• MicrosoftsupportingTechnology or IntegrationTEP POLITE corporate sponsor. Providing learning pathway opportunities for programme participants.
• CourserasupportingTechnology or IntegrationComplimentary access to Coursera provided to TUC participants for industry-aligned certifications and career readiness.
• PROPEL with SinglifecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSinglife subsidiary employing TAP graduates. TAP 2025 graduate Ler Gi Chew joined in July 2025, contributing to internal projects and business operations.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SPD (Singapore): Singapore-based charity serving people with disabilities through therapy, education, and employment support programmes. SPD overlaps with TomoWork in disability employment and vocational training services in Singapore.
• MINDS (Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore): Singapore-based charity supporting intellectually disabled individuals through education, vocational training, and employment services. Overlaps with TomoWork in Singapore disability employment services.
• Lime Connect: Nonprofit connecting university students and recent graduates with disabilities to internship and employment opportunities with corporate partners. Comparable to TomoWork's TAP/TEP-University programmes focused on transitioning SEN students into corporate roles.
• SG Enable: Singapore government agency dedicated to enabling persons with disabilities. SG Enable is both a partner and the closest comparable peer, as it funds and supports similar employment-readiness programmes for PWDs in Singapore.
• Specialisterne: Global social enterprise that recruits, trains, and places neurodivergent individuals (including those on the autism spectrum) in meaningful employment. Directly comparable to TomoWork's neurodiversity-focused inclusive hiring model, with Singapore operations.
• APSN (Association for Persons with Special Needs): Singapore charity providing special education and vocational training for persons with intellectual disabilities. APSN operates school-to-work transition programmes similar to TomoWork's TAP/TEP offerings within the same Singapore disability ecosystem.
• Rainbow Centre Singapore: Singapore charity running special education schools and vocational programmes for children and youth with disabilities. Comparable to TomoWork in serving Singapore's PWD/SEN population through education and training pathways.
• Untapped (formerly Autism at Work): Nonprofit focused on career opportunities for neurodivergent individuals, partnering with employers to create inclusive hiring pipelines. Directly comparable to TomoWork's neurodiversity employment mission and corporate partnership approach.

Broad incumbents

• Disability:IN: US-based global nonprofit resource hub for disability inclusion in business. Provides corporate inclusion benchmarking, talent pipeline programmes, and consulting—comparable to TomoWork's corporate partner ecosystem model but at international scale.

Regional players

• IncludeAbility (Australian Human Rights Commission): Australian government-led initiative supporting employers to create inclusive workplaces for people with disability. Regionally comparable to TomoWork's mission and corporate partnership approach, but operates in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Tomoworksg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tomowork-sg
• Instagraminstagram.com/tomowork_sg

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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