Capability Development Grant
We've revised our grant guidelines and here are some key changes:
- Proof of Self-Employed status
- Submission requirements for financial reporting
- Training Allowance and Absentee Payroll rates
Please take some time to read our complete guidelines here where we've annotated all revisions with [Updated] for your reference. Changes will take effect from 16 August 2024.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at NAC_feedback@nac.gov.sg.
The Capability Development Grant (CD Grant) encourages and supports the continuous professional development of the people that work in Singapore’s arts and culture sector.
The grant is open to individuals and organisations and supports the following training activities or programmes that span a duration of no more than 12 consecutive months:
- Professional training and skills development programmes
- On-the-job training activities
| CATEGORIES | FOR YOU AS AN INDIVIDUAL | FOR YOUR ORGANISATION |
| Participate only | Send your employees or members to participate orOrganise for your employees or members
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| Participate only | Send your employees or members to participate orOrganise for your employees or members |
[1] Participation in competitions should be accompanied by opportunities for professional development such as master classes and workshops. Organisations that are planning to organise competitions should consider applying for the Presentation and Participation Grant.
| Coverage Type | For Individuals | For Non-Profit Organisations or Collectives | For Profit Organisations |
| Percentage of Actual Supportable Expenses | Up to 70% [For SEPs only] Up to 90% | Up to 70% | Up to 50% |
| Overall Cap per Financial Year | $20,000 | $75,000 | $75,000 |
Note: More information and list of supportable costs can be found in the grant guidelines.