Contribute a Watch, Brighten a Life.
“Give Time, Share Hope” is a charity initiative by Watch Exchange Singapore in support of Geylang East Home for the Aged. By donating your unused or repairable luxury timepiece, you are doing more than parting with a watch; you are helping provide seniors in need with shelter, care, and dignity. Every donation makes a direct impact, with 100% of proceeds going to GEHA, while all servicing and restoration costs are fully covered by Watch Exchange. To ensure trust and accountability, every contribution is traceable, transparent, and independently audited.
About GEHA
Since 1978, Geylang East Home for the Aged has cared for elderly Singaporeans with little or no family or financial support. With residential care, day services, and active aging programs, GEHA provides seniors with more than just shelter. It gives them a sense of home, dignity, and connection.
Campaign Period
The campaign will begin receiving donations on 14 October 2025 and run until 31 March 2026. The first disbursement to GEHA will be made in January 2026, followed by a second disbursement in April 2026.
Fundraising Goal
Our target is to raise a minimum of S$100,000 during the campaign period.
Why Be a Donor of ‘Give Time, Share Hope’?
Your Timepiece Can Change a Life
A luxury watch sits in a drawer. In our hands, it becomes immediate, measurable care. Our donations mainly support facility upgrades that improve the entire home environment.
Only here does your watch, even broken, become 100% dignity and care for seniors, with none of its value lost to fees.
Making a Lasting Impact
Every day matters for the seniors who depend on GEHA. By donating now, you shorten the distance between an idle timepiece and a life made more dignified. The faster your watch enters our cycle of repair and resale, the sooner its value flows to those who need it most.
Most Effective Way to Give
We cover all servicing, authentication, and sales costs. You pay nothing. There are no fees, no deductions: just the full resale amount donated. Your donation also qualifies for a 2.5× tax deduction with GEHA.
Your Steps to Making a Difference
- Bring Your Watch for Donation
Donate a luxury watch (valued at S$2,000 or more) to Watch Exchange Singapore. Non-working but repairable watches are welcome. All watches are accepted on a consignment basis, ensuring secure handling and full transparency.
- We Service & Authenticate
Watches are carefully inspected. If any servicing or minor repairs are needed, the watch will be sent to Watchlab for servicing (approximately 2 to 4 weeks). All repairs and servicing are fully covered by Watch Exchange.
- Showcasing & Sale
Once ready, your watch is showcased across our channels and in‐store.
- Sales Tracking & Proceeds
Every sale is recorded and monitored. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of donated watches will be donated to GEHA.
- Reimbursement to GEHA
The accumulated proceeds will be disbursed to GEHA on a quarterly basis starting in January 2026, followed by a second disbursement in April 2026, ensuring transparency and accountability.
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FAQs
What is “Give Time, Share Hope”?
Give Time, Share Hope is a charity campaign organised by Watch Exchange Singapore, a commercial entity, in support of Geylang East Home for the Aged (GEHA), a registered charity under the Charities Act.
Who is the beneficiary?
Geylang East Home for the Aged (GEHA) is the beneficiary of the “Give Time, Share Hope” campaign, which supports seniors in need in Singapore.
What can I donate?
Unused or repairable luxury watches with an estimated fair market value of S$2,000+(before service). Faulty pieces are considered if economically repairable. We do not accept counterfeit or stolen goods.
Can I donate multiple watches?
Yes, multiple watch donations are welcome.
How does the donation process work?
Donors bring their watches to Watch Exchange. We handle authentication, servicing, and sales at no cost to the donor. 100% of proceeds go to GEHA.
a) Records: All donations, repair costs, sales amounts, and fund disbursements will be documented. Each record will carry a unique identifier, ensuring nothing is missed, omitted, or duplicated. These records will be securely stored and readily available for review or independent audit whenever required.
b) Post-Event Report: A comprehensive post-event report, reviewed and endorsed by Independent Auditor Acumen Associates LLP and made publicly available.
Do I have to pay for servicing or repairs?
Watch Exchange covers all costs from authentication, servicing, restoration, and sales costs.
How will I know my donation has been used?
Donors may receive updates on the sale and the impact of their contribution.
What is the campaign period?
The campaign will run until 31 March 2026. The first donation disbursement to GEHA will be made in January 2026, followed by a second disbursement in April 2026.
Can I claim a tax deduction?
Yes. Eligible donors can enjoy a 2.5 times tax deduction when they provide their personal information to GEHA.
Can I donate if I don’t live in Singapore?
Donations must be brought to Watch Exchange Singapore. For international donors,please contact us to discuss arrangements.
What happens if my watch cannot be sold?
If a watch is not sold during the campaign period, it will remain part of the campaign inventory until it is sold. Once the sale is made, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to GEHA, and the donation will be processed within a month.
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