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41 Jalan Pemimpin, #03-06A, Kong Beng Industrial Building, Singapore 577186
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Frequently Asked Questions
General
What is Engineering Good?
Engineering Good Ltd (EG) is a Singapore-registered charity that unites a diverse community of staff, volunteers, donors, sponsors, and supporters with skills in technology, engineering, and other fields. Together, we serve disadvantaged and disability communities by enabling access to digital education and economic opportunities and equipping them to overcome daily challenges through innovative humanitarian engineering solutions.
How do I donate funds to Engineering Good?
Please click here to find out more.
How do I volunteer with Engineering Good?
Please browse our open volunteer positions here.
Assistive Technology
What is a makerspace?
A workbench type area with tools and materials for ideas and concepts to be prototyped, tested, iterated, documented, and shared. Makers who use the space are creative, innovative, and learn by doing together.
What is EG's inclusive makerspace?
The Makerspace at Engineering Good focuses on tech for social good. Makers and projects that implement technology (digital or otherwise) to meet the needs of persons with disabilities are most welcome to use the space to develop concepts and prototypes. No prior experience is necessary for participation. However a willingness to learn from others and share knowledge and skills is a prerequisite. Diversity of skills and experience is most welcome. You don’t have to be a maker to work with makers.
What are the tools available at EG's makerspace?
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Hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, and similar)
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Power tools (drill, saw, sanding, and similar)
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Soldering (electronics and repair)
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Microcontrollers prototyping (Arduino, Micro:Bit, and similar)
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Digital solutions and Internet of Things “IoT” (Raspberry Pi, Alexa, etc)
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3D printer (Prusa MK3S+)
Digital Inclusion
What can I donate?
Thank you for your interest in donating your devices! We take in working laptops that feature processors which are eligible for upgrade to Windows 11 following Microsoft’s announcement on the End of support for Windows 10.
Please refer to Microsoft’s list here for the list of supported processors.
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If you are an organisation and would like to donate laptops, please email us at contactus@engineeringgood.org.
How do I donate laptops to Engineering Good?
Prepare an asset list with the laptop brand, model, and specifications then email it to contactus@engineeringgood.org to schedule a time to drop your laptops and chargers at our office (weekdays 10am – 6pm).
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We seek your understanding to pack the laptops and chargers into cardboard boxes and deliver them to us as we do not have the resources to arrange delivery.
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Disclaimer: By donating devices and/or accessories to Engineering Good, you agree to transfer full ownership of these items to Engineering Good (“EG”). EG reserves the right to, at its sole discretion, refurbish, distribute, repurpose, recycle, e-waste or realise the residual value of donated devices and/or accessories that subsidise its operational costs in order to execute its charitable mission to the fullest extent.
I am not sure if I should donate a defective laptop. Do you accept faulty sets?
Apologies, we do not have the space to accumulate things for repair. As such, we recommend the following:
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Dispose responsibly at e-waste sites. Refer to NEA for more info.
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DIY repair can be an option! The internet is full of resources and a really great teacher.
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List your device on online platforms/social media. Someone might want it!
How can I receive laptops from Engineering Good?
Engineering Good does not usually distribute refurbished laptops directly to individuals. Instead, we work through our network of community partners. Here are some organisations that you can approach: https://www.msf.gov.sg/our-services/directories#familytab.
Alternatively, do contact your family service centre or social service office to write to us. We will work with them and get the laptops to you.
I am from a social service agency/non-profit, how do I request laptops for my service users?
We have a simple two-step process!
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Read our Notice for Community Partners.
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Send us the signed Waiver form and Request table to request4laptops@engineeringgood.org.
That’s it!
I got keyboards, mice, desktops, tablets, phones, and many more things to donate. Does Engineering Good need them?
We are really honoured and grateful for any and all donations. Alas, we do not have the space to hoard store many of these items.
We can take in tablets that are <6 years old, and mobile phones that are <4 years old.
For other items, do check out Pass-It-On and bless others with your preloved items!
If you need to dispose them, do drop your e-waste at sites listed under NEA. Above all, we ask that you consider the principle of dignity and remember that not all thrash is treasure!
I've got a laptop that needs repairing. Can Engineering Good do it for me?
Do reach out to our friends at SG Bono!
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