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National Arts Council

Tote Board Arts Fund

For arts organisations committed to building stronger communities through the arts, this fund supports the creation of meaningful arts experiences that bring people together and foster connections across diverse communities.

Last updated on 26 September 2026

About the Tote Board Arts fund

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 the NAC.

What the Tote Board Arts fund covers

The fund supports performing arts, visual arts, and literary arts projects that demonstrate strong community engagement in at least one of the following ways:

  • Allowing audiences to meet, connect with, or better understand people from another social group (e.g. different age group or ethnicity)

  • Increasing awareness and appreciation of local arts groups and art form practices

  • Strengthening participants' sense of national identity and pride

  • Fostering appreciation for harmony across diverse social backgrounds and values

Supported art forms

  • Music, dance, theatre, musical theatre, and multi-disciplinary performances

  • Visual arts exhibitions (including photography)

  • Literary arts events (e.g. readings, poetry performances

*Projects can be delivered in person, digitally, or both. Inclusive practices such as subtitling, close-captioning, and sign language are encouraged.

Funding quantum

  • Up to 50% of a realistic project budget

  • Capped at $60,000 per applicant per financial year

  • You can apply concurrently with other NAC grants for the same project

Application cycle

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

*Submit by 11:59 PM SGT on the closing date. If you're waiting on information from partners, submit on time and note what's outstanding.

Eligibility criteria

Who can apply

  • Individual Singapore citizens or Permanent Residents recognised as practising artists

  • Registered non-profit arts organisations (registered with ACRA or the Registry of Societies)

  • Informal groups or collectives where the majority of members are Singapore citizens or Permanent Residents (PR)

Collaborations with foreign artists are eligible as long as the lead applicant and at least half the artistic team are Singaporean or PR.

Who are not eligible:

  • For-profit organisations

  • Projects by schools or tertiary institutions, or for academic purposes

  • Organisations already receiving Tote Board funding (e.g. Esplanade, National Gallery of Singapore)

  • Religious or political activities

  • Publications, research projects, or international touring

  • Projects that have already commenced at the time of application

  • Applicants who have already received 3 Arts Fund grants in the current financial year

Assessment criteria

Assessment Criteria

Community engagement and outreach

Artistic merit

Capacity to execute

  • Does the project connect people across social groups

  • Does it increase appreciation of local arts, national identity, or social harmony

  • Does it reach new or non-arts audiences?

  • Is the concept well thought through, original, and creative

  • Does it promote Singapore work and demonstrate a clear understanding of the target audience?

  • Does the applicant have a sound plan, relevant experience, and sufficient knowledge to manage the project's finances and administration?

How to apply

Email artsfund@nac.gov.sg for queries.

Key documents

After your project

For awardees (branding)

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Arts Fund different from the P&P Grant?

The Arts Fund specifically prioritises strong community engagement and is assessed by an independent committee. You can apply to both for the same project.

Do I need to submit a script?

Theatre and Literary Arts projects (including festivals) require complete scripts or manuscripts. Other projects require scripts only if they incorporate spoken word. Non-English scripts must include an English translation.

Will recurrent projects receive the same funding?

Not necessarily. New proposals and those with enhanced community engagement value may be prioritised over recurrent projects of a similar nature.

Ready to take the next step?

Visit OurSG Grants website to find out more or submit your applications today.

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