National Arts Council
Capability Development Grant
The Capability Development Grant helps arts and culture practitioners and organisations fund professional development and on-the-job training. It covers a share of qualifying costs, subject to funding rates and annual caps.
Overview
The Capability Development Grant (CDG) is a funding scheme provided by the National Arts Council (NAC) to support arts organizations in Singapore to build capabilities and strengthen their operational capacity. The grant helps organizations develop skills, improve processes, and adopt technology to enhance their sustainability and growth in the arts sector.
Scheme type
Who qualifies
What you receive
Eligibility details
Open to individuals working in Singapore’s arts and culture sector, collectives, and non-profit or for-profit arts organisations. Activities must last no more than 12 consecutive months. Only individuals may participate in programmes; organisations may send employees or members, or organise activities for them. Self-employed persons are eligible for a higher funding rate.
How to apply
- Read the CD Grant Guidelines.
- Prepare the proposal details, budget template, CVs of key parties, and any applicable activity write-up or supporting materials. Self-employed applicants must also provide proof of self-employed status and the additional documents listed in the guidelines.
- Submit by the relevant application deadline for the project start date.
- Apply online through the OurSG Grants Portal. Late applications and applications submitted by other means are not accepted.
Agency details
Service area
Singapore
Important Information
Scheme details may change. Check the official agency website for the latest eligibility, benefits, and application information.
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