(General) Presentation & Participation Grant
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.
Application cycle for (General) Presentation & Participation Grant is open. Visit OurSG Grant website to apply. (opens in new tab)
Application cycle
Timeline
Apply by | Notified by | For projects taking place on or after* |
15 Apr 2026 by 23:59 SGT | 30 Jun 2026 | 15 Aug 2026 |
14 Aug 2026 by 23:59 SGT | 30 Oct 2026 | 15 Dec 2026 |
15 Dec 2026 by 23:59 SGT | 26 Feb 2027 | 15 Apr 2027 |
*NOTE: Project start date for (General) P&P refers to the first event, performance, exhibition etc. For music recording projects, both the release of proposed tracks and the staging of a launch showcase must be completed on or after this date for the project to be eligible.
Eligibility criteria
Who can apply
Individuals
Arts organisations (non-profit and for-profit)
Collectives
About the (General) Presentation & Participation grant
The (General) Presentation and Participation (P&P) grant helps a wide range of arts practitioners and organisations express and enrich Singapore's artistic diversity. It also supports efforts to increase arts appreciation and participation across Singapore.
For Publications, please visit (Publishing) P&P Grant.
NOTE:
As of 16 April 2026, the Production Grant and Presentation & Participation (Extended Play) Grant has been merged into the Presentation & Participation (General) Grant. You no longer need to apply to these separately.
To accommodate projects previously covered under both grants, the funding cap for the Presentation & Participation (General) Grant has been raised to $100,000 per applicant per financial year.
For applications submitted on or after 16 April 2026, refer to the latest grant guidelines and Self-Evaluation Report linked below.
What the (General) P&P grant covers
The (General) P&P grant is open to individuals, organisations, and collectives. It supports the following types of projects:
Music recording projects
Exhibitions and performances
Festivals and conferences
Projects can be conducted in person, online, or through a combination of both.
Funding varies by applicant type. The table below shows the coverage percentage and annual cap for each applicant type.
Funding cap
Applicant Type | Funding Cap |
Individuals, Collectives and Non-Profit Organisations | Up to 70% of a realistic budget [1], up to $100,000 per financial year for each applicant |
For-Profit Organisations | Up to 50% of a realistic budget [1], up to $100,000 per financial year for each applicant |
[1] Qualifying costs that are directly attributable to the completion of the project. Please refer to the Budget Reference Sheet in the Budget Proposal template for examples of qualifying cost categories.
How to apply
Step 1 — Read the P&P (General) Grant Guidelines
Before you apply, read the P&P GRANT GUIDELINES [PDF, 494.93 KB] (opens in new tab)to understand the eligibility criteria, funding scope, and submission requirements.
Step 2 — Prepare your supporting materials (templates can be found on OurSG Grants Portal (OSG))
Proposal Template
Budget Template
CV of key parties involved (key parties are personnel listed in your proposal template)
For Theatre and Literary Arts projects, including Festivals, the submission of complete scripts/manuscripts is required upon application
For music recording projects, three demo tracks from the proposed product are required as part of the application
Samples of work (for first-time applicants or if requested by NAC)
For conferences, the detailed programme (i.e list of speakers and topics of discussion) is required as part of the application
Proof of Self-Employed Person[2] (opens in new tab) status (if applicable)
*Please note that if any of the documents listed in the guidelines above are missing from your submission, your application will be considered incomplete and therefore unsuccessful.
For other supporting documents, please refer to the P&P Grant Guidelines (wef 16th April 2026) [PDF, 514.38 KB] (opens in new tab).
[2] (opens in new tab) SEP applicants would need to submit these additional three documents:
IRAS Notice of Assessment or Consolidated Statement of Income (for the most recent financial year).
CPF Contribution (Employment and Self-Employed) or Transaction History (for the last 6 months)
Self-Declaration that the applicant does not concurrently hold full-time employment
Step 3 — Check the application window
Submit your application by the dates below. All times are in Singapore Time (SGT).
Dates
Apply by | Notified by | For projects taking place on or after* |
15 Apr 2026 by 23:59 SGT | 30 Jun 2026 | 15 Aug 2026 |
14 Aug 2026 by 23:59 SGT | 30 Oct 2026 | 15 Dec 2026 |
15 Dec 2026 by 23:59 SGT | 26 Feb 2027 | 15 Apr 2027 |
*Note: Project start date for P&P (General) refers to the first event, performance, exhibition etc. For music recording projects, both the release of proposed tracks and the staging of a launch showcase must be completed on or after this date for the project to be eligible.
Step 4 — Submit your application via the OurSG Grants Portal
Applications must be submitted online via the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG). Late applications and submissions via other means — such as email or hardcopy — will not be accepted. If you are still waiting on information from partners or collaborators, submit by the closing date and clearly indicate what is outstanding. Send the outstanding information to NAC as soon as it is available.
Apply for the Presentation & Participation (General) Grant via the OurSG Grants (OSG) Portal here (opens in new tab)
Download the OURSG Grants Portal - NAC GRANT APPLICATION USER GUIDE [PDF, 2.44 MB] (opens in new tab)
Download the Guide for Corppass Admin (for organisations) [PDF, 1.37 MB] (opens in new tab)
After you apply, what happens next?
Step 1 — Receive your results
Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Award via the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG) on the notification day, setting out the terms and conditions of the grant and the performance goals and deliverables agreed upon by you and NAC. The grant offer is valid for two weeks from the date the notification is sent. If you do not accept within this period, the offer will lapse. Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified within the same period.
NAC is unable to consider appeals on the basis of artistic assessment. However, appeals on grounds of processing procedures will be reviewed. All appeals must be submitted in writing to NAC within two weeks of receiving your results notification.
Step 2 — Receive your funding
Your grant will be disbursed in instalments upon completion of the key milestones and deliverables in your proposed project timeline. Funds will be credited directly to your registered bank account via PayNow.
Step 3 — Submit your closing reports
Within three months of completing your project, log on to the OurSG Grants Portal (OSG) to submit the following:
P&P Self-Evaluation Report (template on OSG), to help you reflect on what you have accomplished.
Financial Report (for grants below $10,000) — the budget form submitted with your application, updated to reflect actual income and expenditure. Supporting documents such as receipts may also be requested.
Certified Statement of Accounts (for grants of $10,000 and above) — certified by an accountant registered with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) or an equivalent international body. Proof of the accountant's registration (e.g. ISCA Membership ID or equivalent documentary proof) must be provided, and certification must be done on the original budget form template submitted at the point of application.
Frequently Asked Questions
P&P (Extended Play / Full-Length Album) — what happened to this stream?
Previously a separate annual grant stream for musicians producing Extended Plays (EPs) or full-length albums. From 16 April 2026, these projects now apply under P&P (General).
No separate stream or cycle — apply under P&P (General)
Applications now open three times a year instead of once
Grant cap raised to $100,000 per applicant per FY to accommodate these projects
Key documents
OURSG GRANTS PORTAL - NAC GRANT APPLICATION USER GUIDE [PDF, 2.44 MB] (opens in new tab)
GUIDE FOR CORPPASS ADMIN (FOR ORGANISATIONS) [PDF, 1.37 MB] (opens in new tab)
Ready to take the next step?
Visit OurSG Grants website to find out more or submit your applications today.
