Tote Board Arts Fund
The Tote Board Arts Fund is an initiative of the Singapore Totalisator Board, managed by a committee appointed by the National Arts Council (NAC). It provides support to local artists and arts groups in bringing the arts to communities and creating shared experiences for people to connect with one another. The fund aims to make the arts accessible to wider audiences while fostering social connections. The Arts Fund supports projects across multiple art forms including music, dance, theatre, musical theatre, multi-disciplinary performances, visual arts exhibitions (including photography), and literary arts events such as readings and poetry performances. Projects must demonstrate a well-designed approach to fulfilling social outcomes related to community building, national identity, and appreciation of the arts.
Eligibility Criteria
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Individual artists, registered arts organisations, or collectives
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Project must allow audiences to meet/connect with people from another social group
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Project must increase awareness of local arts groups and art forms
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Project must foster national identity and pride, or build appreciation for diversity
How to Apply
1. Applications must be submitted online via the OurSG Grants Portal (https://oursggrants.gov.sg/) 2. Submit by 23:59 (SGT) on the closing date 3. Late applications and submissions via other means will NOT be accepted 4. If pending information from partners, submit by closing date and state what is outstanding
Frequently Asked Questions
Music, dance, and theatre performances; visual arts exhibitions; and literary arts events that connect people across social groups and build appreciation for local arts.
Yes, applicants may concurrently seek funding from the Arts Fund and other NAC grants for the same project.
Applications are assessed by an independent Arts Fund Committee appointed for FY2025-FY2027.
There is no fixed cap. Funding is assessed per project based on the proposal and its alignment with the fund's objectives.
Related Grants
Presentation and Participation (P&P) Grant
National Arts Council
Individuals & Non-Profit: Up to 70%, cap $50,000/FY (Publishing: $100,000/FY); For-Profit: Up to 50%, cap $50,000/FY; First EP: Up to $10,000 once-off
The NAC Presentation and Participation (P&P) Grant enables a wide range of arts practitioners and organisations to express and enrich artistic diversity, increase arts appreciation and participation in Singapore. The grant supports music EPs, publishing, exhibitions/performances, and festivals/conferences via physical and/or digital means. The P&P Grant offers different funding structures depending on the type of project and organisation type, with special provisions for publishing and music EP projects. Updated guidelines from December 2024 include revised financial reporting and submission requirements.
Major Company Scheme
National Arts Council
70% of qualifying costs (standardised across all tracks)
The National Arts Council's Major Company Scheme supports the professional and artistic development of registered arts organisations that represent excellence in their core mission. Major Companies play an important role in the collective efforts of the arts sector, community, and Government to grow a vibrant arts and culture ecosystem in Singapore. The refreshed Major Company Scheme, introduced in FY2025, consolidates the previous three tracks (Artmaking, Bridging, and Intermediary) into a single unified scheme. Assessment is based on Artistic/Programme Excellence, Active Engagement of Stakeholders, and Organisational Capacity. Funding is prioritised for companies demonstrating efforts in Community Building, Capability Development, and Collaboration.
Creation Grant
National Arts Council
Up to S$50,000 per applicant for up to 18 months
The National Arts Council's Creation Grant supports the creation, adaptation, and re-development of distinctive artistic content. Through a rigorous creation process, NAC seeks to expand the canon of works that engage audiences at home and abroad. The grant is designed to support the entire creation process across multiple art forms for up to 18 months. For the 2025 cycle, projects with strong use of digital technology as part of their creation process and/or as a platform to present their mini-showcase will be prioritised. Recipients are supported to present a mini-showcase to potential producers and presenters, followed by a post-show discussion.
Capability Development Grant
National Arts Council
Up to 90% funding cap (enhanced from 15 April 2022)
The NAC Capability Development (CD) Grant encourages and supports continuous professional development of people working in Singapore's arts and culture sector. The grant covers training activities or programmes up to 12 consecutive months, supporting both professional training/skills development and on-the-job training. This grant is part of NAC's comprehensive support framework for the arts sector, updated with enhanced funding rates from April 2022. Key changes in December 2024 include updated submission deadlines, eligibility criteria, training allowance rates, and financial reporting requirements.
Cultural Matching Fund (CMF)
Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth
Dollar-for-dollar matching of private cash donations
The Cultural Matching Fund (CMF), established by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), provides matching grants for private cash donations to registered charities in the arts and heritage sector. The fund aims to encourage giving to Singapore's arts and heritage sector, creating a more sustainable scene in which more people have a stake. The CMF matches monetary donations received by eligible organisations from individuals, foundations, and corporations. From CMF2025, the fund has three simplified culture sector priorities: contributing to artistic/heritage excellence, contributing to stronger communities, and contributing to capability development of the wider local arts and heritage sector.
Market and Audience Development (MAD) Grant
National Arts Council
Non-Profit: Up to 70% of budget, cap $70,000/FY; For-Profit: Up to 50% of budget, cap $70,000/FY; Airfare/Freight: Up to 100% (3 travel grants/FY)
The NAC Market and Audience Development (MAD) Grant supports activities to build audiences, patrons and supporters to complement artistic efforts at home and abroad. The grant covers marketing initiatives, branding, market research, international touring, and participation in international festivals. The MAD Grant provides different funding rates for non-profit and for-profit organisations, with special provisions for international travel support. Updated guidelines from December 2024 include revised submission deadlines and eligibility criteria.