Deadline: 15-Sep-2025
The National Heritage Board is inviting applications for its Heritage Grants Scheme, which includes the Minor Project Grant and the Major Project Grant. The scheme aims to support Singapore’s vibrant and diverse heritage scene by co-funding individuals and non-profit groups to create community-driven projects. These projects should promote the appreciation of Singapore’s history and heritage, contribute to knowledge about local heritage, enhance appreciation in neighbourhoods, engage the community, and connect Singaporeans through shared heritage.
The Minor Project Grant is intended for first-time applicants or those with little experience in heritage work. It supports smaller-scale projects such as school heritage spaces, projects on recurring themes, and initiatives that use basic research and presentation techniques, with project costs typically below S$100,000. Funding can be up to S$50,000.
The Major Project Grant is aimed at experienced heritage project developers with a proven track record. It funds impactful, large-scale projects that address research gaps or focus on lesser-known heritage topics, ethnic communities, traditions, or trades. These projects involve robust research and innovative interdisciplinary methods, with costs typically above S$100,000. Funding can be up to S$150,000.
All projects must be completed within 24 months from the grant award date or within the approved schedule. Eligible applicants include Singapore citizens and permanent residents aged 18 and above, locally registered non-profit organisations, interest groups, clans, associations, schools under the Ministry of Education, and informal groups with a nominated legal entity. Applicants for the Major Project Grant must have a co-applicant and a confirmed partnership with a registered non-profit organisation or society.
Ineligible applicants include public agencies and institutions funded by the government (excluding MOE schools), current Heritage Grants recipients with outstanding repayments, for-profit organisations, and individuals or organisations applying on behalf of entities they do not directly own.
For more information, visit NHB.