Find your funding
Explore grants, funds, schemes and scholarships available to arts practitioners, organisations, educators and students.
Last updated on 9 October 2026
Understanding NAC grants
NAC grants are a form of financial support for arts practitioners and organisations to help bring their creative projects to life. These grants are project-based, and recipients can expect funding to be released progressively in disbursements aligned with the achievement of specific project milestones.
A few things to note before you apply:
Every grant has different requirements. Each grant has its own eligibility criteria, qualifying costs, and submission requirements. Download and review the relevant guidelines thoroughly before applying.
Apply early, before your project begins. Most grants require submission weeks or even months before your project start date. Projects that have already commenced are not eligible for funding.
Remember to clear outstanding post-project reports. Outstanding reports or debts with NAC may affect your eligibility for future applications. Ensure all reports and payments are settled before submitting a new application.
Grants of $10,000 and above require certified accounts. A Statement of Accounts certified by an ISCA-registered accountant is required upon project closure for grants at this threshold.
Find the right funding for you
Explore the full list of NAC grants available on OurSG Grants (OSG) Portal
Projects
Creation Grant (for individuals and collectives only)
For established art practitioners looking to push their practice further, this grant supports the creative process of your next artistic work.
(General) Presentation & Participation Grant (P&P)
For arts practitioners and arts organisations ready to share their work and engage audiences, this grant helps you produce, present, perform, or participate in local platforms.
Learn more about the (General) Presentation & Participation Grant
(Publishing) Presentation & Participation Grant (P&P)
For arts practitioners and arts organisations to produce high-quality publications and translation of literary works.
Learn more about the (Publishing) Presentation & Participation Grant.
Market & Audience Development Grant (MAD)
For supporting arts practitioners and arts organisations in growing audiences and expanding their reach through international opportunities.
Capability Development Grant (CD)
For arts practitioners and arts organisations invested in growth. Build your skills and strengthen your practice through training and mentorship with dedicated funding support.
Tote Board Arts Fund (TBAF)
The Tote Board Arts Fund supports local artists and arts groups to bring the arts to communities and create shared experiences. It is managed by an independent Arts Fund Committee appointed by NAC.
Multicultural Arts Programme Grant (MAP Productions)
The MAP Grant (Productions) supports the creation and production of quality works inspired by Singapore's multicultural traditions and identity, including co-creations across arts traditions and disciplines with local, regional or international partners. These productions should seek to increase appreciation and participation in multicultural arts in Singapore, bringing Singaporeans from diverse backgrounds into shared cultural experiences.
Multicultural Arts Programme Grant (MAP Ecosystem Development)
The MAP Grant (Ecosystem Development) supports programmes that develop Singapore's multicultural arts ecosystem through capability development, research, dialogue and discourse. These programmes should aim to encourage spaces for experimentation and organic play, enhance and promote cross-cultural appreciation, as well as facilitate the continuous and sustainable production for Singapore's multicultural arts, especially for the younger generations.
Organisational Grants
Sustain the Arts (stART) Fund
For individuals and organisations who want to support the long-term sustainability of Singapore’s arts ecosystem, this fund enables small arts organisations to strengthen their capabilities, grow their impact and continue creating meaningful arts experiences for communities through strategic giving and philanthropy.
Major Company Scheme (MCS)
For established arts organisations committed to artistic excellence and sector leadership, this scheme helps strengthen organisational capabilities, grow audiences and talent, and contribute to a vibrant and sustainable arts ecosystem in Singapore.
For applicants applying as an organisation - you will need a Corppass account to log in. Download the Guide for Corppass Admin [PDF, 1.37 MB] (opens in new tab) before you begin.
Once you are ready to apply, submit your applications through the OurSG Grants Portal. (opens in new tab)
Others
The CMF aims to encourage giving to our arts and heritage sector. Established by Ministry of Culture Community and Youth (MCCY), the Cultural Matching Fund (CMF) provides matching grants for private cash donations to registered charities in the arts and heritage sector.
Arts Infrastructure Schemes (FFAS, AHS, CSFS)
For arts practitioners and arts groups looking for dedicated spaces to create, rehearse and present their work, these schemes provide access to subsidised arts spaces and tenancy support that help you grow your practice, collaborate with others and bring the arts closer to communities.
Schemes not available on the OurSG Grants (OSG) portal
The following schemes are managed outside the OurSG Grants Portal and have separate application processes:
Artist-In-School Scheme (AISS): Schools are required to submit via dedicated online application forms — mainstream and SPED applications use separate forms.
Arts Scholarship (Diploma): Applicants are invited to apply directly through LASALLE College of the Arts (opens in new tab), Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) (opens in new tab) and School of the Arts (SOTA) (opens in new tab).
Cultural Medallion Fund: Applicants are required to email their proposals and required forms to NAC_CMYAA@nac.gov.sg at least 8 weeks before project commencement.
Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme (ForArts): Introduced in 1991, the Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme (ForArts) enables outstanding international arts professionals to apply for Singapore Permanent Residency (PR) in recognition of their cultural contributions. ForArts is jointly administered by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and the National Arts Council (NAC).
Application cycles
Three times per year
General Grants
Capability Development Grant (CDG)
Market & Audience Development Grant (MAD)
(General) Presentation & Participation Grant (P&P)
(Publishing) Presentation & Participation Grant (P&P)
Timeline
Apply by | Notified by | For projects starting on or after |
15 Apr 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 30 Jun 2026 | 15 Aug 2026 |
14 Aug 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 30 Oct 2026 | 15 Dec 2026 |
15 Dec 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 26 Feb 2027 | 15 Apr 2027 |
Tote Board Arts Fund (TBAF)
Timeline
Apply by | Notified by | For projects starting on or after |
15 Apr 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 15 Jul 2026 | 1 Aug 2026 |
14 Aug 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 13 Nov 2026 | 1 Dec 2026 |
15 Dec 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 15 Mar 2027 | 1 Apr 2027 |
Once per year
Creation Grant
Timeline
Apply by | Notified by | For projects starting on or after |
15 May 2026 by 11:59 PM SGT | 15 Sep 2026 | 31 Oct 2026 |
Major Company Scheme
Applications open once a year for multi-year funding.
FY2027 Open Call has closed
st(ART) Fund
Open calls are announced as they become available.
Register your interest at stART@nac.gov.sg
No fixed cycle
Cultural Medallion Fund
For Cultural Medallion recipients only.
No application windows — submit your proposal to the NAC at least 8 weeks before your project starts.